Dean of Vocational Instruction

Salary: $95,420.00 - $102,090.00 Annually
Location : Wharton, TX
Job Type: Administrative Full Time
Job Number: 2511 A 041
Department: Vocational Instruction's Area
Opening Date: 11/25/2025
Closing Date: 1/12/2026 10:00 AM Central

General Description
The Dean of Vocational Instruction (DVI) is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and assessing effectiveness of vocational programs reporting to the Vice President of Instruction (VPI) of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC). The DVI oversees these educational programs to ensure they are in compliance with state and regional accreditation and certification standards and meet any State and/or Federal agency guidelines. Full job description can be viewed at
Requirements

This position requires a Master's degree from any regionally accredited institution. A minimum of three (3) years supervision as a vocational program administrator in higher education and two (2) years of teaching experience at the high school or college level is required. Incumbent must have knowledge of budgeting, planning, monitoring instructional programs and knowledge of theory of leadership-alternative techniques and styles for guiding, motivating, and directing individuals under various situational conditions to achieve effective performance. This position requires a comprehensive knowledge of educational curriculum and program development and knowledge of current educational theories and practices. An ability to present ideas, facts, opinions, perceptions, and information in a written form accurately, thoroughly, and in a manner easily understood by the intended audience and the ability to work effectively with a diverse and multi-cultural student body and staff is required. This position requires knowledge of techniques for identifying problems and determining the most appropriate course of action for their resolution.

To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents:

1) Copy of college transcript(s) showing completion of a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution.
2) Curriculum Vitae/Resume
3) Letter of Interest (Cover Letter)

All documents must be attached to one online application to be considered. Please re-open your application form to verify all documents are properly attached.
Summary of Wharton County Junior College (WCJC) Full Time Benefits:

At No Cost to the Employee
Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period)
Life Insurance of $5,000 (after 90 day waiting period)
Long Term Disability Coverage

Optional Coverage at Employee's Cost
Dependent Health Insurance (after 90 day waiting period)
Dental Insurance
Optional Life Insurance
Dependent Life Insurance
Voluntary Accidental Death Insurance
Long & Short Term Disability Insurance

Optional Premium Conversions
Dependant (Day) Care Reimbursement
Health Care Reimbursement

Retirement Options
Teachers' Retirement System Fund (TRS) (after 90 day waiting period)
403b Optional Retirement Programs (ORP) (after 90 day waiting period)
Tax- deferred Annuities

Participation in Social Security is mandatory.
Additional Benefits

Free WCJC TuitionFree WCJC tuition for employees and dependents (does not include Continuing Education classes)
Personal DaysTwo personal days per year
Holidays25 paid holidays per year for twelve month full time employees

Sick Days1.5 sick days per month - maximum number accrued is 60 days
Nine month employees may accrue 13.50 days per year
Twelve month employees may accrue 18.50 days per year
Vacation DaysTwelve month employees who work 40 hours per week for 12 months - 12 vacation days per year
COBRA BenefitsCOBRA benefits available upon separation from WCJC

Please note: All benefits will be discussed in depth with each new WCJC employee during New Employee Orientation. Questions regarding benefits should be directed to the WCJC Payroll and Benefits Office at 1-800-561-9252 extension 6376.
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Do you have a Master's degree from any regionally accredited institution?

• Yes
• No

02

Did you attach your transcript showing your college degree(s) was conferred? The date your degree is conferred must be listed on the transcript. If your degree was received from a college in a foreign country, a Credential Evaluation from a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) must be attached to your online application. Members of NACES can be found on their website at http://naces.org.

• Yes
• No

03

Do you have a minimum of three (3) years supervision as a vocational program administrator in higher education and two (2) years of teaching experience at the high school or college level?

• Yes
• No

04

Do you have knowledge of budgeting, planning, monitoring instructional programs and knowledge of theory of leadership-alternative techniques and styles for guiding, motivating, and directing individuals under various situational conditions to achieve effective performance?

• Yes
• No

05

Do you have comprehensive knowledge of educational curriculum and program development and knowledge of current educational theories and practices?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you have the ability to present ideas, facts, opinions, perceptions, and information in a written form accurately, thoroughly, and in a manner easily understood by the intended audience and the ability to work effectively with a diverse and multi-cultural student body and staff?

• Yes
• No

07

Do you have knowledge of techniques for identifying problems and determining the most appropriate course of action for their resolution?

• Yes
• No

08

Work experience is required for me to meet the minimum qualifications for this position. I understand that if I do not include my work experience in my WCJC online application, I will not be deemed qualified for this position.

• Yes
• No

09

To be considered for this position, all qualified applicants must attach to their online application the following documents: 1) Copy of college transcript(s) showing completion of a master's degree from a regionally accredited institution, 2) Curriculum Vitae/Resume, 3) Letter of Interest (Cover Letter). Did you attach these items? Please note that your application will not be accepted without attaching these items.

• Yes
• No

10

**** WCJC has multiple campus locations. I understand the responsibilities of this job may require travel from one location to another and/or that my working location and hours are subject to change at any time during my employment with WCJC to meet department/division needs to ensure student success at the College.********

• Yes
• No

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