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Dean of Online Programs and Learning Support
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Position Number: 5854238
Location: Fredericksburg, VA
Position Type: Deans - Education

Dean of Online Programs and Learning Support

Work Location: Spotsylvania - 177
Hiring Range: $111,803-$136,648 Annually plus full state benefits
Full Time or Part Time: Full Time

Job Description:

Germanna Community College is a public, open access institution of higher education in the Virginia Community College System. The College is a dynamic learning organization that serves as a Germanna regional leader and preferred partner where quality learning experiences enable students to participate effectively in the social, economic, political, intellectual, and cultural life of their communities. Germanna Community College is centrally located in Fredericksburg, VA between Washington D.C. and Richmond and between the Blue Ridge mountains and the Chesapeake Bay. Full of history, the area offers a community rich with diversity, the arts, technology, vineyards, hiking, canoeing/kayaking, and many other activities.

The Dean of Online Programs and Learning Support provides strategic leadership and vision for integrating advanced educational technology across all teaching modalities, including distance/online, face-to-face, hybrid, and HyFlex environments. This role is responsible for driving innovation in digital learning tools, supporting faculty and student proficiency in emerging educational technologies, and optimizing the use of technology to enhance teaching and learning.Additionally, the Dean of Online Programs and Learning Support provides leadership for Library Services, the Teaching and Learning Technology Team and online-only programs, including College Everywhere and future Germanna Global initiatives. The Director is responsible for the execution of related areas in the Academic Affairs and Student Services Master Plan.

*This position is located in Virginia. Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate to ensure consistent, reliable attendance.

Employees must be able to work strategically with diverse colleagues, students, and community members with a commitment to diversity as a learning outcome to be culturally respectful, professionally competent, and civically responsible.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are core values of Germanna Community College. We recognize our responsibility to create, maintain, and nurture an academic and social environment that respects the diversity of people and ideas. We are committed to being an inclusive community that respects all cultures, experiences, and abilities and that prepares individuals to thrive in a global society. An EEO/AA Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or on the basis of disability. Germanna is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.Germanna is a federal contractor requesting priority referrals of protected veterans for our job opportunities.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings or apply for a job on this site as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catra Godwin by phone at 540-423-9056 or by email cgodwin@germanna.edu.

If you would like to see a copy of our Affirmative Action Plan please contact Barbara Hall by phone at 540-834-1067 or by email bhall@germanna.edu.

Special Assignments:
May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in Education, Educational Administration, Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, or a related field.
Minimum of three years of progressively responsible experience managing and expanding distance education programs in higher education.
Demonstrated expertise in instructional technologies, library management, learning support services, and associated resources.
Proven experience integrating generative artificial intelligence into teaching and learning practices.
Demonstrated experience in securing and managing grants or external funding for educational technology or online learning initiatives.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to effectively present, converse, and correspond in verbal, written, and electronic forms.
Strong organizational skills, with proven ability to meet deadlines, multi-task, and manage complex projects with high effectiveness.
Demonstrated effective management of diverse staff teams, including hiring, supervision, professional development, and performance management.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in online learning, with a focus on expanding access to underrepresented and non-traditional student populations.
Experience with or willingness to learn AI tools

Preferred Qualifications:

Posting Number: FAC1469P
Job Close Date: 1/6/2025
Open Until Filled:

To apply, visit https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/79703

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.