Dean of Health and Professional Studies

Salary: $121,489.45 - $134,133.44 Annually
Location : Holyoke, MA
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: NUP-26-139
Division: Academic Affairs
Opening Date: 03/27/2026


About Holyoke Community College:

Holyoke Community College is housed on a multi-million-dollar, 135-acre campus, equipped with state-of-the art technology in specialized learning facilities. HCC serves over 9,000 students annually, and provides a variety of recreational and cultural activities, from sports programs to music festivals, for students and community members alike. The college's strongest assets continue to be an innovative spirit, a sincere concern for students and a commitment to strive for even greater success. These are the values which have created a tradition of excellence spanning more than six decades, and which are enabling Holyoke Community College to meet today's challenges.

Mission : Educate. Inspire. Connect.

Values: Kindness, Inclusion, Trust, Innovation & Collaboration

Kindness, inclusion and trust are the foundation of the work that we do together. Innovation and collaboration enable us to explore and implement the ideas that will shape our future.


Under the general direction of the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of Health and Professional Studies is responsible for divisional leadership that supports the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the College. Responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, and management of assigned instructional programs, services, budget, grant projects, course scheduling. Provides leadership in curriculum, academic assessment, and strategic planning. Responsible for leading the Division in data-informed decision-making and important initiatives that further equity and diversity, especially in an HSI-serving institution. Assists in identifying and seeking opportunities in College fundraising. Fosters collaborative working relationships with internal and external counterparts to communicate and coordinate initiatives that support College and instructional goals. Includes the following instructional programs: Veterinary Technology, Radiologic Technology, Nursing (ASN and PN), Education (Early Ed, Elementary, Secondary), Culinary Arts, Foundations of Health, and Human Services (Developmental Disabilities, Addiction Studies, and Mental Health).

• Responsible for the development, implementation, evaluation, and management of assigned instructional programs, services, operating budget, grant management, course scheduling and faculty workload.
• Exercises leadership in the development and evaluation of Division curricula, and ensures their quality in support of the development of new, and the management of, existing Associate Degree and Certificate Programs.
• Represents the Health and Professional Studies Division and College in appropriate public and private forums. Provides leadership in developing collaborative initiatives within the workforce development and non-credit programs. Revitalizes existing, and creates new, educational training partnerships with the community. Promotes and develops articulation agreements with baccalaureate institutions and assists with the development of articulation agreements with area high schools.
• Provides leadership for faculty in designing and implementing a student learning outcomes assessment program. Supports faculty in the development of experiential learning opportunities. Works with faculty to introduce and use instructional technology tools and alternative instructional methodologies that enhance student learning.
• Monitors enrollment and graduation data and provides leadership to the Division on recruitment, marketing and retention issues.
• Monitors the instructional programs to ensure compliance with the Accrediting Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN), the Massachusetts Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN) the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT), the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and the American Culinary Federation (ACF). Ensures qualified faculty are hired for all related clinical and field experiences including for CNA, Radiology, Nursing, Vet Tech, Education, and Human Services Programs. In coordination with the designated administrator for the ADN, PN, Veterinary Technology, Culinary Arts, and Radiologic Technology Programs, prepares and submits accreditation and other required reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Develops, coordinates and maintains cooperative relationships with area health care providers and staff of other external agencies related to the Division's disciplines. Responsible for oversight of off-site clinical and field experience contracts.
• Adheres to the MCCC/MTA and the AFSCME Collective Bargaining Agreements and College Policies related to them; and administers Personnel Policies in alignment with the Non-Unit Professionals (NUP) handbook.
• Prepares agenda and chairs Division meetings. Serves as a member of the Academic and Student Affairs Leadership Council and other College committees and bodies. Serves as the designated Academic and Student Affairs representative on one or more College Committees.
• Oversees the coordination and compliance of health records and CORI/SORI review.
• Develops plans for ensuring safe Main Campus labs as well as in the Center for Health Education. And the Culinary Arts Institute.
• Oversees the development of alternative clinical assignments while ensuring accreditor approval as necessary with student situations.
• Performs special projects and related responsibilities as initiated and requested.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree or higher in health, education, culinary arts, human services, or a closely related field;
• At least five (5) years of progressive responsible administrative experience in academic leadership, including budgeting, at the level of Chair/Coordinator/Manager/Supervisor;
• At least five (5) years of full-time undergraduate teaching at university/college level;
• Knowledge of online, hybrid, and remote learning as it pertains to education in the professional studies represented in the Division;
• Cultural Competency and experience with Equity initiatives; Understanding of the importance of HSI-serving Institution. Ability to work with diverse student and employee population;
• Proficient with technology including Word and Excel, and LMS (Canvas);
• Possess effective and consistent interpersonal, organizational, conflict resolution, communication, management, and organizational skills.

Equivalency Statement: We welcome and encourage applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above, to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position. It is preferred that this document be uploaded separately from the resume, cover letter, and references.
Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in higher education;
• In depth experience in working with one of the professional disciplines housed in the Division;
• Knowledge of and possession of analysis skills related to outcome assessment measures in service to improved student learning;
• Experience in supervising unionized staff in an academic or clinical setting;
• Experience in securing and administering grants;
• Knowledge of various accrediting procedures including but not limited to ACEN and MA Board of Registration requirements for RN and PN nursing programs, Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JCERT), the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), and the American Culinary Federation (ACF);
• Bilingual: Spanish/English.

Direct Reports:

Oversees the operation of the Health & Professional Studies Division and supervises the activities and performance of the Health & Professional Studies Division staff at the College and in related clinical settings.
Full-time, Non-Unit Professional Position

Salary Range: $121,489.45 - $134,133.44/year (Grade 9); plus a comprehensive State benefits package.


Hours: 37.5 hrs./week.
Funding Source: State.

Additional Details:
Please Note: a skills assessment or presentation may be required as part of the interview process.
Application review will begin on April 17, 2026 , and the position will remain open until filled.


Disability Accommodations:

Holyoke Community College is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the Office of People and Talent at View phone number on click.appcast.io.

Background Check:

• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check which will include CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information).
• All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. HCC is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

Holyoke Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.
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Do you possess a Master's degree or higher in health, education, culinary arts, human services or a closely related field?

• Yes
• No

02


Do you have five (5) years of progressive responsible administrative experience in academic leadership, including budgeting, at the level of Chair/Coordinator/Manager/Supervisor?

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least five (5) years of full-time undergraduate teaching at university/college level;?

• Yes
• No

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Knowledge of online, hybrid, and remote learning as it pertains to education in the professional studies represented in the Division.

• Basic
• Proficient
• Optimal
• Advanced

Required Question