Associate Dean of BaTS and ELI

The Associate Dean provides instructional and administrative leadership for the following departments in the Arts & Humanities Division of Bellevue College: Basic and Transitional Studies (BaTS: ABE/HS+/GED, ESL, I- BEST) and the English Language Institute (ELI), an intensive English program for International Students. The Associate Dean fulfills the instructional mission of Bellevue College by supporting, implementing, and facilitating accessible educational pathways and programs that enable students to attain their goals. The Associate Dean reports to the Dean of Arts and Humanities and is responsible for the instructional, fiscal, and personnel operations of the departments above. The Associate Dean must work collaboratively with program chairs, faculty, and staff to achieve instructional goals. The Associate Dean supervises faculty in the BaTS and ELI departments and represents these programs across the campus, in the community, and at the state level. The Associate Dean will work closely with the State Board and campus stakeholders such as the SBCTC Council for Basic Skills, the Office of International Education & Global Initiatives, Workforce Education, Prof/Tech programs and Student Affairs to provide strategic direction to implement new and continuing program initiatives, such as the Student Achievement Initiative (SAI), High School+, Integrated Basic Education Skills Training (I-BEST), Preparing for Work, and Project I-DEA. The Associate Dean is also responsible for monitoring ongoing program operations and coordinating the work of faculty and staff. 

This is a 12-month, exempt staff position. Work hours for this position are generally during the college business hours, Monday through Friday, but flexibility will be required for intake and assessment sessions, registration sessions and possibly working with staff and faculty during evening sessions. 

Position Salary Range: $100,673/year - $145,976/year

The salary information shown above is a general guideline only. The salary will be determined based on candidate's qualifications and related experience, as well as market and business considerations. Typically, new hire starts no higher than $111,999/year based on Bellevue College Exempt salary schedule.

We offer comprehensive compensation package with salary and benefits as the main components. Generous benefits package is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid holidays, sick, and vacation plans; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

The employee is scheduled to work 40 hours per workweek. This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act, which means that you are not eligible for overtime pay. 

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students. The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our mission and goals , diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

For more information, visit BC Facts at a Glance @ Bellevue College .

Basic and Transitional Studies (BaTS) and English Language Institute (ELI) are two integral programs at Bellevue College that serve precollege students as they pursue their pathways to college and career goals. 

The BaTS consists of three program, Adult Basic Education (ABE), English Language Acquisition (ESL), and Integrated Basic Education Skills Training (I-BEST). Each of these programs contains specialized coursework to support a diverse student population. The BaTS programs support precollege students who are immigrants, refugees, U.S. citizens, and non-native English learners to develop foundational skills in English, Math, Social Studies, Science, and academic skills to support their success in reaching college and career goals. Example pathways include ESL completion, High School + Diploma, English 101 completion, and college certificate pathways in Business, Accounting, and Allied Health, among others. 

The ELI supports international students in developing English language skills and accessing higher education programs throughout the U.S. The program supports students on academic pathways at Bellevue College. The program offers courses in Intensive English/University Preparation Program and International Business Professions Program. 

Manage Faculty and Curriculum

• Provide instructional vision and direction for Basic and Transitional Studies and the English Language Institute. 
• Recruit, hire, mentor, supervise, and review full-time tenured including post-tenure evaluations and participating in the tenure process for tenure track faculty, full-time non-tenured, and part-time adjunct faculty evaluations in ABE/HS+/GED, ESL, I- BEST, and ELI. 
• Promote a diverse and equitable working and learning environment. 
• Lead the development of I-BEST pathways appropriate for BC's programs and students. 
• Lead the development of cooperative relationships and initiatives with outside agencies to support the program development and improvement.  
• Participate in evaluating and reviewing instructional programs, implementation of standards, and compliance with grants and contracts. 
• Collaborate with students, faculty, staff, administration, community-based organizations, and other state agencies to continuously evaluate and improve programs and courses to ensure successful learning opportunities and transitions for students. 
• Collect, analyze, and share program data for continuous department improvement and state monitoring with support from Program Managers. 

Build and Maintain Relationships

• Represent BaTS and ELI at campus meetings on instruction and specific campus initiatives. 
• Facilitate collaboration between Basic Studies and ELI departments. 
• Facilitate collaboration between I-BEST and its partner programs in various BC divisions. 
• Work with the Dean of International Education and Global Initiatives to ensure instructional integrity in course offerings and compliance with immigrant regulations. 
• Represent departments and programs at the State level, for example at the quarterly Council for Basic Skills, and communicate important information, initiatives, and actions of the SBCTC to faculty. 
• Advocate for and explain the different student populations in BaTS and ELI to college stakeholders. 
• Actively network and create successful partnerships across the college and larger community to strengthen student retention, persistence, and transition. 
• Develop, build, and maintain relationships wiith internal Bellevue College partners such as Student Affairs, Workforce Education, Effectiveness, Research & Analytics, and academic and professional/technical programs. 
• Regularly communicate and maintain institutional and departmental information and policy changes. 
• Foundations partnership—work with BC Foundations to explore community collaboration and funding options to support BaTS and ELI. 
• External grants—work with the Director of Grant Development to seek and apply for both competitive and formula grants for BaTS and ELI programs. 
• Explore community partnership opportunities, both enterprise and grant funded. 

Administrative, staff, programs and budgets

• Provide instructional vision and direction for Basic and Transitional Studies and the English Language Institute. 
• Promote a diverse and equitable working and learning environment. 
• Participate in the academic affairs team by attending weekly meetings as a representitive of Arts and Humanities division and be a part of the decision-making process when it comes to recruiting, retention and onboarding for faculty and staff.
• Collaborate with the Divisions Operations Director of Arts and Humanities to support BaTS and ELI staff and faculty. 
• Work in collaboration with the dean, DOD and chairs in the division as part of the leadership team
• Review and approve course scheduling and enrollment management.
• Develop and implement budgets; quarterly monitor expenditure against budgets in ABE/HS+, ESL, I-BEST, and ELI. 
• Lead the development of I-BEST pathways appropriate for BC's programs and students. 
• Lead the development of cooperative relationships and initiatives with outside agencies to support the program development and improvement.  
• Participate in evaluating and reviewing instructional programs, implementation of standards, and compliance with grants and contracts. 
• Collaborate with students, faculty, staff, administration, community-based organizations, and other state agencies to continuously evaluate and improve programs and courses to ensure successful learning opportunities and transitions for students. 
• Collect, analyze, and share program data for continuous department improvement and state monitoring with support from Program Managers. 
• Ensure compliance with SBCTC guidelines and policies for BEdA programs.
• Facilitate marketing and promotion of BaTS and ELI programs.
• Lead and assist with divisional and program meetings. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Master’s Degree. Any combination of relevant experience can be substituted on a year-for-year basis.
• Administrative or leadership experience in SBCTC Basic Education for Adults. 
• Community college teaching experience. 
• Grant writing experience.  
• Budget management experience.  
• Effective organizational, communication, problem-solving, and conflict-management skills. 
• Demonstrated ability to support students, faculty, and staff of varied ethnicity, ages, backgrounds and abilities, and a commitment to supporting student success in a culturally diverse environment. 
• Demonstrated technology skills including effective use of Microsoft Suites particularly Excel and Outlook 

• Ph.D. Degree or Master’s Degree in related field: AEDT, TESOL, etc. 
• Demonstrated supervisory and/or program management experience with change management, consensus-building, and team-building skills. 
• Demonstrate experience in instruction in ABE/HS+, ESL, I-BEST and/or ELI/IEP Intensive English Program.
• Demonstrated experience working with WABERs, TopsPro or related reporting databases. 
• Demonstrated experience working with ctcLink/Peoplesoft. 

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. 

Bellevue College requires all employees to be fully vaccinated and your vaccine status will be verified upon hire. Please reach out to the HR Office at [email protected]  if you need information on medical or religious accommodation.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check as a condition of employment. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington State Law .

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Reference Check:

Reference checks may include, but are not limited to, contacting references and verification of work experience, and/or past job duties. 

• This position may be eligible for relocation allowance.
• This position is NOT eligible for sponsorship for employment-based visa.

Application deadline has been extended to 11/14/2023, will be given full consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until the position is filled. 

All individuals interested in this position are encouraged to apply. Your application must include a complete online application and all of the required documents below to be considered complete. Any application that does not provide all requested information will not be considered for the position (only submit required documents with the application, additional documents will not be reviewed.) Please review Application Tips  before applying. Current Bellevue College employees should apply the position through Employee Self Service.

Required application materials:   

• Attach a Cover Letter (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.)
• Attach a Resume
• Attach a Diversity Statement (min 1 pg., max 2 pgs.) that addresses the following: Describe and provide specific examples of how your educational and/or professional experiences, background or philosophy demonstrate your commitment to diversity and equity, and how these prepare you to contribute to Bellevue College
• Complete Job Questionnaires if applicable

Contact: 

If you have questions with regards to the application or the hiring process, please contact Office of Human Resources at 425-564-2274 or email to [email protected] . 

Bellevue College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, language, ethnicity, religion, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, including gender identity or expression, disability, or age in its programs and activities. Please see policy 4150 at www.bellevuecollege.edu/policies/ . The following people have been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, 425-564-2641, Office C227, and EEOC/504 Compliance Officer, 425-564-2178, Office B126. 

Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may contact [email protected] or 425-564-2271.