Are you interested in pushing the boundaries of what education could be for a dynamic community college in a beautiful rural setting? If yes, then this is the position for you!

As a Full-Time Exempt Dean of Instruction - Allied Health, you will support the mission of the college and Academic Services' priorities. This position provides leadership and administrative oversight for the Allied Health programs at Umpqua Community College (UCC). This position is responsible for ensuring high-quality instruction, maintaining program accreditation, strengthening relationships with secondary education partners, expanding community partnerships, and promoting student success while growing Allied Health programming. The Dean will collaborate with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to align Allied Health programs with the evolving needs of the healthcare industry and the college's strategic priorities.

The Douglas County community through UCC is building upon 50+ years of rich academic experiences and lives changed through higher education. We are a student-centered, positive working environment that thrives on innovation. We are committed to ensuring that everyone who interacts with our campus feels included, valued, and inspired to fulfill our mission to transform lives and enrich communities. 

 Umpqua Community College is located in beautiful Southern Oregon between the mountains of the Cascade Range to the east and the Coastal Range to the west. Hiking, biking, camping and skiing are a short car ride away and the town is surrounded on all sides by the amazing Umpqua River for fishing and water sports. The area is also home to over 40 wineries and many breweries with a bustling downtown. Roseburg has everything you'd want from a small town and has easy access to the bigger cities of Portland and Eugene by jumping on I-5. Roseburg has live-ability, a friendly feel and is ready to be home to your next career and family adventure. 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's degree in healthcare, business, education, or a related field. 
• Three (3) to five (5) years of progressive and successful academic leadership in program development and management (ideally in allied health).
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain partnerships with industry partners and community organizations.
• Proven problem-solving skills, including the ability to analyze challenges, develop innovative solutions, and implement strategies to achieve institutional and programmatic goals.
• Strong project management and organizational abilities.
• Proficiency in budget management and resource allocation.

• Community College experience in allied health is preferred.
• Knowledge of the unique allied healthcare challenges in rural settings is a plus.

About Umpqua Community College

Founded in 1964, Umpqua Community College provides life-changing education in Douglas County, Oregon. This has enriched the lives of generations, fulfilling the hopes entrusted by the community when the institution was founded. Today, UCC is an engaged, dynamic campus, where learners of all ages create new futures for themselves and their communities. UCC is one of the most picturesque colleges in the country, nestled between beautiful tree-studded hills and overlooking a large bend in the North Umpqua River. Natural volcanic rock and rustic, cedar shake architecture grace the 17 campus buildings located on a 100-acre plot of land six miles north of Roseburg.

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