Associate Dean of Curriculum and Program Development

Salary: $85,003.00 - $95,204.00 Annually
Location : Littleton, CO
Job Type: Administrator/Professional-Technical (Full-Time)
Job Number: 00236
Division: Instruction
Department: Office of the Provost
Opening Date: 03/28/2025
Closing Date: 4/17/2025 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt

ACC Careers: Where You Can Move Mountains

Nestled in the foothills of the Rocky Mountains sits one of the oldest community colleges in Colorado, Arapahoe Community College. With a rich history of educational excellence, ACC embraces a culture that values diversity, individualized support, and unwavering commitment to student success, without exception.
Job Summary
The Associate Dean for Curriculum and Program Development understands, promotes, and executes the mission, vision, and strategic direction of the Division of Instruction, Arapahoe Community College (ACC), and the Colorado Community College System (CCCS) with the goal of achieving instructional outcomes that align with the Colorado Department of Higher Education (CDHE). This visible position represents the College to internal and external stakeholders and the community. The Associate Dean provides direction, and allocates time to developing internal and external partnerships, especially those related to development of educational partnerships which support student success.
The Associate Dean for Curriculum and Program Development is a dynamic, entrepreneurial leader responsible for driving academic excellence and student success through innovative program planning, assessment, and continuous improvement. This pivotal role shapes the future of our academic offerings, ensures educational excellence, and secures resources for transformative initiatives. The Associate Dean will serve as a collaborative leader for academic program planning, new program development, and academic pathway development with a goal towards a vibrant portfolio of academic programs which include both direct to workforce and transfer outcomes.
Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited institution or a bachelor's degree and two years' relevant experience may substitute on a year-for-year basis but will not count towards the two-year experience requirement below.
• Two years of administrative leadership experience in an educational setting.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across diverse stakeholder groups.
• Demonstrated experience in academic program development, evaluation and assessment.
• Proficiency in using data-driven approaches to improve organizational performance and student outcomes.
• Expertise in educational technology and innovative pedagogical approaches
• Commitment to student success and educational excellence.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence, and their applications in education.
• Experience in mentoring faculty and staff in program development and assessment practices.
• Project management experience including budget, timeline, deliverables and scope management.
• Grant development and management experience.

Application Instructions

All applicants must submit:

• Resume
• Detailed letter of interest (cover letter) addressing the job announcement. Please include any experiences you may have embedding equity and inclusion in your work, see below.

At ACC we seek to hire candidates that demonstrate a commitment to and experience with embedding equity and inclusion into their professional role. Please address this specifically in your cover letter explaining what diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging mean to you and how you have demonstrated these values in your current or previous professional responsibilities.
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ACC seeks applicants who understand and have first-hand experience working with diverse populations, which may include but are not limited to, historically marginalized populations such as people of color, LGBTQ+ community members, veterans, first generation graduates, and people with disabilities.
Notice to all Applicants

• Final candidate will be subject to successful completion of a background check, and, if applicable, a motor vehicle record review.
• Former employees of the Colorado Community College System, or one of its 13 colleges, who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in their application material.
• Final candidate may be required to submit unofficial transcripts to verify education.
• Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
• Arapahoe Community College participates in E-Verify.
• All ACC employees, except student employees, contribute to at a fixed percentage of their earnings and do not contribute to Social Security.
• Finalist must be willing to make Colorado their primary workplace.

CCCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The Colorado Community College System believes when all human qualities are regarded with dignity and respect and when everyone has access to the individualized support they need, all will have the opportunity to thrive. In all aspects of the employment process, decisions are made based on merit, competence, performance and business need without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, creed, ancestry, national origin, marital status, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable law. Our Accommodations and Non-Discrimination policies, plus other helpful information, can be found publicly at
Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Arapahoe Community College provides reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process or during the course of employment contact Angela Johnson, Executive Director of Human Resources, at (303) 797-5715 or
For information regarding Arapahoe Community College Security, including Clery Act / Crime Statistics for the campuses and surrounding area, please see the Arapahoe Community College Annual Security Report. For a hard copy report, please contact the ACC Campus Police Department at (303) 797-5800, , or Room M2600 at 5900 South Santa Fe Drive, Littleton, Colorado 80120.
At ACC, we value and uphold a commitment to a workplace that focuses on employees. Our mission is to provide innovative and responsive educational and economic opportunities in an accessible, inclusive environment that promotes success for students, employees, and the communities we serve. In addition to rewarding and meaningful work, we offer a comprehensive selection of benefits to support our employees, including:

• Strong, flexible retirement benefits including 's Defined Benefit Plan or Defined Contribution Plan. A Supplemental retirement plans are also available including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.
• Comprehensive including medical, dental, vision, life, and flexible savings benefits.
• Employee assistance services such as counseling, professional coaching, financial planning, and more, are available to you and members of your household at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program ().
• Generous including up to 15 hours of annual leave and 10 hours of sick leave per month, 10 paid holidays per year, and up to 18 hours for academic and volunteer activities.
• for employees and their eligible dependents at any community college within the Colorado Community College System or CCCOnline.
• State employees are eligible to participate in which offers discounts for retailers and services and other benefits resources.
• Employees may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Additional information about this program can be found on the website.
• New hires for full-time positions may be eligible for a relocation assistance benefit if relocating at least 100 miles to work at ACC. Information about this can be found in

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Do you have a Master's degree from an accredited institution or a bachelor's degree and two years' relevant experience?

• Yes
• No

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Briefly describe your administrative leadership experience in an educational setting.
Required Question