Vice President of Salt Lake Technical College

Salt Lake Community College seeks a Vice President of Salt Lake Technical College
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Location: Salt Lake City, Utah

The Position:
The Vice President of Salt Lake Technical College (VP of SLTech) will serve on SLCC’s Executive Cabinet and report to the Provost of SLCC. Direct reports for the VP of SLTech include a Dean, Administrative Assistant, a Marketing Manager, an Associate Dean of SLTech Student Support, a Sr. Director of Instructional Operations, and an Assistant Vice President of Workforce Training. Thus, a successful candidate for this role will have strong familiarity with wrap-around services to student recruitment, retention, and success.

The incoming VP of SLTech will help refine systems and processes for cultivating the optimal technical program portfolio. Emphasis will be on assessing labor data and fostering curriculum for high demand, high yield jobs. The VP of SLTech and their team will focus on building a reputation of shepherding programs that result in overall high levels of satisfaction with impressive completion rates, high job placement, and strong licensure pass rates, when applicable.

Program expansion requires reallocating existing or procuring new sources of revenue. A successful candidate for the VP of SLTech will demonstrate potential to secure external funds and to prioritize existing funds. The VP of SLTech will be the outward facing professional interacting with workforce partners in Salt Lake County, other technical colleges, and Utah State Higher Education (USHE) workforce-focused colleagues.

Responsibilities:

• Provides leadership for the Salt Lake Technical College’s Instruction and Student Success, oversees budget approvals, annual program modifications, new program development, strategic enrollment planning, and student access initiatives within a large, integrated matrixed model.
• Develops and implements strategic plans for instructional innovation and student success, ensuring alignment with industry trends, accreditation requirements, and best practices for student support in coordination between technical and academic programs.
• Advocates for student success, technical education, and program accountability, collaborating with local education agencies and service area communities to drive student recruitment, retention, completion, and post-completion outcomes including job placement and licensure.
• Supervises and supports Associate Vice Presidents, Directors, faculty, and staff across the College and drives continuous improvement.
• Ensures compliance with state and federal regulations, including Title IX, civil rights, accreditation requirements, etc.
• Leads all areas within the College by cultivating a culture of collaboration and respect and works across campuses to enhance student experiences and operational efficiency.
• Establishes, evaluates, and maintains public and private sector partnerships (e.g., industry partnerships, Job Corps, Department of Corrections, Division of Juvenile Justice, and Youth Services, etc.) and career and technical education (CTE), to support instructional programs and funding initiatives.
• Monitors student enrollment trends, admissions, and satisfaction metrics, implementing improvements where necessary.
• In partnership with the Provost and the Vice President of Student Affairs, leads the College’s involvement in state and national conversations on higher education, student affairs, and related topics.
• Assumes responsibilities in the absence of the Provost and manages performance evaluations, grievances, and staff development processes.
• Collaborates with Executive Cabinet and stakeholders to advance the mission of the College.
• Provides reports and support to the President, Provost, and Vice President for Student Affairs in meeting their responsibilities.
• Represents the College in Executive Cabinet, Board of Trustees, community boards, state councils, and internal committees.
• Facilitates a positive, respectful, and inclusive working environment.
• Continuously develops leadership, staying current through professional reading, training, and external engagement.

Qualifications:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Capacity for high level strategy development and execution.
• Expertise in process improvement and project management with a high degree of efficiency and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability to provide high-level customer service to students and stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A collaborative work and communication style with the ability to develop effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Commitment to a best-in-class student experience.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from a nationally or regionally accredited university with ten years of related work experience; or a doctorate degree from an accredited institution in educational leadership, higher education administration, technology education, or a closely related field with at least seven years of full-time paid work experience.
• Senior educational leadership experience, preferably in a matrixed environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in education, administration, technology education, or a related field.
• Extensive industry and community involvement, with particular emphasis on local involvement in Salt Lake County and surrounding counties.
• Experience teaching, administering, and supervising programs at the post-secondary level.
• Familiarity with federal and state education regulations, student advisement, and technical education policies.

Why Consider the Opportunity?

• Responsive Community College. Salt Lake Community College is responsive to the needs of the students and the various communities it serves. The Technical College is serving Salt Lake’s most diverse student body through effective instruction in career-relevant fields.
• Dynamic. The institution is seeking a transformative and strategic leader who is prepared to work collaboratively with all sectors of the college to take SLTech to new heights. They must be a strong advocate for the tech programs and demonstrate integrity, transparency, and care.
• Location. The Salt Lake area offers a lively mix of city life and nearby natural beauty. The greater Salt Lake City metropolitan area has grown to a population of over one million people. The region’s growing diversity fuels a lively and diverse cultural scene.
• Compensation and Benefits. Highly competitive salary and benefits package.

About Salt Lake Technical College:

Salt Lake Technical College (SLTech) is one of three Technical Colleges within the State of Utah that falls under the auspices of a degree-granting institution. Many of the programs and credentials offered by SLTech are co-mingled with SLCC to allow for maximalizing resources for robust offerings. Examples include offerings from the School of Professional & Technical Specialties, conferring Applied Associate of Science (AAS) degrees from pathways in SLTech, not-for-credit offerings, and “custom fit” programs that are employer-driven offerings. The Division of Health Care Technologies, which includes programs such as nursing assistant, medical assistant, and pharmacy technician is housed within the School of Health Sciences at SLCC. SLTech presently serves more than 1,100 students annually.

Unlike community colleges that offer a broader range of academic programs, SLTech specifically targets workforce development and technical skill-building, preparing students for careers in high-demand industries with a focus on providing practical, hands-on training and education in a variety of trades and technical fields. It is an excellent option for individuals looking to enter a specific trade or technical field quickly and affordably. Its focus on hands-on training, practical skills, and strong ties to local industries makes it a valuable resource for students aiming to enter the workforce with in-demand skills.

Programs and Fields of Study
SLTech offers a wide variety of career-focused programs. Some of the areas of study include:

• Automotive Technology
• Aviation Maintenance
• Construction Trades (including Electrical, Welding, and Plumbing)
• Culinary Arts
• Healthcare (Nursing Assistant, Dental Assisting, and more)
• Information Technology
• Manufacturing and Industrial Trades
• Business and Marketing

Locations
SLTech courses are taught at seven (7) of the Salt Lake Valley locations.

The newest campus is Herriman Campus which opened in fall 2023.

The location makes the college accessible to students from across the region. It also places students near a thriving job market, particularly in the trades, healthcare, and technology sectors.

Learn more by visiting https://www.slcc.edu/sltech/index.aspx. 

About Salt Lake Community College:

Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) has come a long way since its founding as a small technical college 76 years ago. SLCC now serves tens of thousands of students at eight (8) SLCC locations and online throughout Salt Lake County.

As an emerging Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI), SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community which represents a commitment and affirmation of its dedication to becoming a model for inclusive and transformative education.

SLCC serves its students by offering programs with highly transferable credits and at affordable cost. Flexibility, choice, and job relevance are hallmarks of the SLCC educational experience. Highly qualified and engaged faculty, assisted by academic and career advisors, provide the academic support that students need.

SLCC is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (NWCCU).

Leadership for SLCC’s Future

SLCC is a comprehensive community college that includes a distinct technical college. It works as an educational collaborator, with a unique mission to be a bridge between high schools and Utah’s four-year and research universities. The College also links students and their training to the needs of the community’s employers. SLCC is constantly evolving to meet the changing needs of students and the community.

The Vice President will be joining SLCC at a pivotal time, partnering with the College’s new President, Provost, and other Cabinet members. Dr. Greg Peterson was selected to lead Utah's largest two-year higher education institution in April 2024. Throughout Dr. Peterson's tenure in higher education, he has demonstrated his commitment to the community college mission of providing all students with access to and success in higher education and in life.

A first-generation community college student himself, Dr. Peterson has launched many initiatives focused on student learning and success. He led college promise programs at several two-year institutions and pioneered the nation's first associate degree programs in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Dr. Peterson has a strong track record of establishing partnerships with community and industry leaders to strengthen workforce pipelines, enabling students to translate their education into family-sustaining careers. Additionally, Dr. Peterson has led efforts to improve the rate of community college student transfer to four-year and research universities. In 2024, the U.S. Department of Education recognized his work in this area. Most notably, at one institution Dr. Peterson oversaw a 45% increase in transfers for Native American students, a 39% increase for Black students, and a 13% increase for Latinx students.

President Peterson is active in several national education organizations. He serves on the governing board of the Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities (HACU) and the Excelencia in Education's Presidents for Latino Student Success. He also currently volunteers his time to the American Association of Community College's Commission on Institutional Infrastructure and Transformation and previously served on its Commission on Economic and Workforce Development.

Before taking the helm at SLCC, Dr. Peterson was the President of Chandler-Gilbert Community College in Arizona. He holds a doctorate in educational administration with an emphasis in community college leadership from the University of Texas at Austin; a master's degree in postsecondary, adult, and continuing education from Portland State University; and a bachelor's degree in English from Brigham Young University.

To Apply:

Salt Lake Community College, in consultation with Summit Search Solutions, Inc., will begin a confidential review of application materials immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by April 30, 2025 will be given first consideration. Please submit a CV/resume and letter of interest upon application. All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.

To apply online, go to: https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su452  

For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations:

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Direct: (302) 388-9480

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Salary Range: The broad range is $161,000-$190,000. This compensation will be negotiated based on market data as well as an individual’s depth of knowledge and leadership experience.

It is the policy of Salt Lake Community College to comply with all federal, state, and local authorities requiring nondiscrimination, including, but not limited to Title VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order No. 11246, 45 CFR Part 90, the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act of 2008, and Utah’s Executive Order, issued December 13, 2006.

The College is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination and works to prevent any form of exclusion from participation in, denial of benefits of, or subject any individual to discrimination, harassment, or prejudicial treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.