Brightpoint Community College is hiring a Dean of Academic Innovation and Partnerships. The role directs the college's digital education ecosystem and external academic collaborations by overseeing distance education, faculty development through the Center for Teaching and Learning, and managing K-12 partnerships including dual enrollment and the Career and Education Consortium. The Dean also ensures compliance with regulatory standards and leads relevant budget and accreditation efforts while serving on the Academic Affairs Leadership Team.
Highlights
Provide strategic leadership and oversight of distance education programs and online learning expansion.
Supervise LMS Administrator, Instructional Designer, and professional development staff to maintain instructional quality and accessibility.
Manage dual and concurrent enrollment programs and Career and Education Consortium partnerships with K-12 institutions.
Ensure compliance with federal and state distance education laws and NC-SARA regulations.
Lead budgeting, assessment, and accreditation efforts for distance learning and off-campus sites.
Required education: Master’s degree in Educational Leadership, Instructional Technology, or related field; doctorate preferred.
Minimum of five years progressive leadership experience in education, with higher education teaching preferred.
Strong knowledge of distance learning technologies, pedagogy, and regulatory compliance.
Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.
Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience; includes comprehensive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
Dean of Academic Innovation and Partnerships Full Description
Acceptable application packages are those submitted through the VCCS portal located at https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94582.
REQUIRED: A fully completed application, CV or resume to include a list of three professional references, cover letter, and copies of all applicable transcripts must be submitted through the career website to receive consideration. There is a limit on the number and size of attachments that can be uploaded with the application. Documents that are unable to be uploaded in the career website should be sent via email to facultyjobs@brightpoint.edu immediately after successfully applying to the position. Please do not submit the same document in the system and by email.
Posting Details
Posting Summary
Working Title | Dean of Academic Innovation and Partnerships Role Title | 12 month Administrative Faculty Role Code | 01126-SW FLSA | Exempt Pay Band | 00 Position Number | 290FA220 Agency | Brightpoint Community College Agency/Division | Brightpoint Community College (Div) Work Location | Chesterfield - 041 Hiring Range | Commensurate with qualifications and experience Emergency/Essential Personnel | No EEO Category | 2-Professionals Full Time or Part Time | Full Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- | Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? | Work Schedule | Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm; as needed Sensitive Position | No Job Description |
Brightpoint Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education and is one of the largest of Virginia’s 23 community colleges. The college is located within the Greater Richmond metropolitan area. It serves students and the community at its two campuses, in Chester and Midlothian; online; and in locations throughout its service area. Brightpoint Community College’s mission is to provide quality educational opportunities that inspire student success and community vitality. It envisions a success story for every student.
Brightpoint Community College offers a robust benefits package, including: State of Virginia employee benefitsComprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, and vision) Choice of Virginia Retirement System (VRS) participation or ORP Optional Retirement Plan participationGenerous annual leave and paid holidaysProfessional development opportunitiesContinuous Learning Programs and Educational Assistance ProgramsAccess to wellness resources and employee assistance programs Brightpoint Community College invites applications for the position of Dean of Academic Innovation and Partnerships. This role provides strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the College’s digital education ecosystem and external academic pipelines. The Dean is responsible for ensuring the quality and growth of Distance Education, advancing the professional development of faculty and staff through the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), and managing strategic K–12 partnerships, including dual and concurrent enrollment and the Career and Education Consortium (CEC). The Dean also serves as a member of the Academic Affairs Leadership Team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIESStrategic Leadership and Digital Learning Serve as the College’s primary expert on Distance Education trends, pedagogy, technology, and assessment. Provide vision for the expansion and improvement of online programs and courses, and hybrid offerings. Serve as Brightpoint’s liaison/POC with VCCS system office and other colleges on initiatives to improve, expand, and review distance education programs. Supervise the LMS Administrator and Instructional Designer to ensure a high-quality, accessible user experience for students and faculty, and compliance with applicable federal regulations, accreditation standards, and NC-SARA requirements. Faculty Development and Instructional Excellence Provide administrative oversight for the Center for Teaching and Learning (CTL), ensuring professional development aligns with VCCS and institutional goals and modern pedagogical standards. Support the Coordinator of Professional Development in managing part-time professional development staff, faculty fellows, and other related part-time positions. Academic Partnerships and Dual Enrollment Provide administrative oversight for dual and concurrent enrollment, supervising the Coordinator and ensuring sustainable enrollment and program growth through efficient, effective processes; supporting professional development to ensure high-quality instruction by appropriately credentialed faculty; and promoting student success in alignment with VCCS and institutional goals and policies. Provide administrative oversight for the CEC, supervising the Coordinator and ensuring mutually beneficial and sustainable partnerships with K-12 that promote student success. Compliance and Operations Ensure institutional compliance with NC-SARA regulations and state/federal distance education laws. Manage budgets for all reporting departments and lead assessment/accreditation efforts related to distance learning and off-campus instructional sites. Special Assignments | May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor. KSA's/Required Qualifications | Education: Master’s degree required in Educational Leadership, Instructional Technology, or a related academic discipline. Experience: Minimum of five years of progressive leadership in an educational environment. Higher education teaching experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities: Deep familiarity with distance learning and related technologies. Ability to interpret, implement, and support continued compliance with applicable federal, state, system, and college policies, regulations, and legislation. Exceptional communication, collaboration and relationship-building skills. Demonstrated understanding of, and commitment to, the community college mission. Successful completion and passing of a background check is required. Additional Considerations | Doctorate in Educational Leadership, Instructional Technology, or a related academic discipline. Progressive leadership in higher education within distance education or academic affairs. Experience teaching in a community college or multi-campus higher education environment. Operation of a State Vehicle | No Supervises Employees | Yes Required Travel | As required
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number | FAC_1890P Recruitment Type | General Public - G Number of Vacancies | 1 Position End Date (if temporary) | Job Open Date | 03/24/2026 Job Close Date | 04/24/2026 Open Until Filled | Agency Website | https://www.brightpoint.edu Contact Name | Email | Phone Number | Special Instructions to Applicants | Acceptable application packages are those submitted through the VCCS portal located at https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94582.
REQUIRED: A fully completed application, CV or resume to include a list of three professional references, cover letter, and copies of all applicable transcripts must be submitted through the career website to receive consideration. There is a limit on the number and size of attachments that can be uploaded with the application. Documents that are unable to be uploaded in the career website should be sent via email to facultyjobs@brightpoint.edu immediately after successfully applying to the position. Please do not submit the same document in the system and by email. Additional Information | Background Check Statement Disclaimer | The selected candidate’s offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth’s Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/ EEO Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or other non-merit factors. ADA Statement | The Virginia Community College System (VCCS) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), to provide, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing, and selection processes when requested. E-Verify Statement | VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes. Quicklink for Posting | https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/94582
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