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Dean visa sponsorship jobs in Washington span the state's dense network of research universities, liberal arts colleges, and community college districts. Institutions like the University of Washington, Washington State University, Seattle University, and the extensive Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges regularly seek academic administrators at the dean level, with opportunities concentrated in Seattle, Spokane, and Pullman.
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$113,000.00 - $123,000.00 Annually
Location
3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA
Job Type
Exempt
Job Number
26-E0007
Department
College and Career Pathways
Opening Date
10/26/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position
Renton Technical College is seeking an Associate Dean of College & Career Pathways! College and Career Pathways (CCP) is one of the largest instructional departments at Renton Technical College, and one of the largest Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) programs in Washington State. CCP supports students learning English, earning a high school credential, strengthening skills for college, and preparing for the workforce.
The Associate Dean is responsible for managing day-to-day operations for English Language Acquisition (ELA), I BEST, and High School programs, including GED, Technical High School, Open Doors, and High School+. The position also supports faculty observations, program coordination, and escalated student and staff concerns. The CCP Division offers both daytime and evening programming. Regular evening availability is required.
This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Dean of College & Career Pathways. The salary range for this position is $113,000 - $123,000 annually. The priority application date is November 16, 2026.
Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 75 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades, and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Include
- Coordinate student and program processes from entry through completion in accordance with applicable SBCTC, OSPI, and BEdA requirements, including eligibility, intake, enrollment, progression, transitions, completion, and required documentation.
- Coordinate ELA intake and placement operations, including scheduling, assessment pre/post testing, student and transition from intake to enrollment.
- Coordinate I-BEST operational processes, including student interest and eligibility processes, enrollment coordination, program communication, and start-of-quarter activities.
- Coordinate high school completion and credentialing processes, including graduation requirements and pathways, completion review, required documentation, and diploma/credential processing.
- Coordinate shared program resources and logistics, including computer lab and other instructional scheduling needs.
- Coordinate with Enrollment Services, instructional departments, faculty, and other college offices to implement CCP processes and resolve enrollment and operational issues.
- Provide faculty and staff with program procedures, requirements, course observations, and operational support necessary to implement CCP programs consistently.
- Maintain program and student tracking systems to support enrollment, progression, completion, reporting, and program requirements.
- Support the Dean of CCP in developing and maintaining quarterly class schedules and implementing annual program goals and initiatives.
- Represent CCP as assigned. Serve as representative to relevant SBCTC organizations, coalitions and partners for programming and goals under the respective shared governance.
- Ensure that programs remain in compliance with various SBCTC, college, state, and federal requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership or participation in institutional programs with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working/learning environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, administration, training and development, or a related field.
- Three years of supervisory, lead, or coordinating experience in an educational setting. Experience in a community or technical college setting is preferred.
- Three years of experience in BEdA programming, adult education, and/or youth re-engagement.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgment required.
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of electronic student database systems such as LACES/WABERS, Skyward, ctcLink, or similar.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work effectively and engage with individuals whose first language is not English. Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate with others both in writing and orally.
- Ability to facilitate the development and implementation of short- and long-term goals.
- Demonstrated attention to detail required as well as previous experience maintaining accurate records, managing multiple tasks, and planning and organizing work in order to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and accessibility. Proficiency in (or ability to learn within 6 months of hire) the production of accessible content, whether print or electronic.
- Ability to represent the college in a positive and professional manner, while using tact, discretion and courtesy.
- Ability to speak a regionally top spoken language other than English is preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Somali, and Chinese).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working hours are generally aligned to business hours, Monday – Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. Work is mostly sedentary in nature, performed in an office environment. Frequent use of a computer and exposure to terminal screens is required. May drive/travel to trainings, conferences, and/or college events. This position will move throughout campus periodically, utilizing various spaces to facilitate planned activities. Work will occur on-campus, with occasional remote work possible.
Terms of Employment
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent to background checks, including employment and required degree/credential verification. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform successfully in the position. Finalists are required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080. Post offer, pre-employment criminal background checks are also required.
For questions regarding this position contact recruiting@rtc.edu.
EEO STATEMENT: Renton Technical College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veterans or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Re-authorization Act and Washington State Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. The following college official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX / EEO Coordinator, Lesley Hogan, Vice President of Human Resources 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA 98056 (425)235-7873, titleix@rtc.edu.
Jeanne Clery statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Renton Technical College reports the mandate information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Renton Technical College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at: https://rtc.edu/about-rtc/campus-resources/campus-security/annual-security-report.php. For information on how to access the RTC Daily Crime Log follow this link: https://rtc.edu/about-rtc/campus-resources/campus-security/daily-crime-log.php.
We acknowledge that RTC sits uninvited on the ancestral land of the Puget Salish people, including the Duwamish, Suquamish, Snoqualmie, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot Nations. We are grateful to the original inhabitants of this land, upon which we gather and dialogue. We also acknowledge our increasingly virtual world, in which RTC’s work is done across multiple indigenous lands, in some cases, away from Puget Salish territories. We thank the original caretakers of our local lands and waters, who are still here.
Beyond acknowledgment, we each have an obligation to learn about and support our local tribes. Find out how on our resources page, which includes scholarships for Indigenous students.
Salary
$113,000.00 - $123,000.00 Annually
Location
3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA
Job Type
Exempt
Job Number
26-E0007
Department
College and Career Pathways
Opening Date
10/26/2026
Closing Date
11/16/2026 11:59 PM Pacific
Position
Renton Technical College is seeking an Associate Dean of College & Career Pathways! College and Career Pathways (CCP) is one of the largest instructional departments at Renton Technical College, and one of the largest Basic Education for Adults (BEdA) programs in Washington State. CCP supports students learning English, earning a high school credential, strengthening skills for college, and preparing for the workforce.
The Associate Dean is responsible for managing day-to-day operations for English Language Acquisition (ELA), I BEST, and High School programs, including GED, Technical High School, Open Doors, and High School+. The position also supports faculty observations, program coordination, and escalated student and staff concerns. The CCP Division offers both daytime and evening programming. Regular evening availability is required.
This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the Dean of College & Career Pathways. The salary range for this position is $113,000 - $123,000 annually. The priority application date is November 16, 2026.
Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 75 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades, and industry, culinary, business, technology, and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation before entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. Career Education and apprenticeships degrees round out our offerings.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Include
- Coordinate student and program processes from entry through completion in accordance with applicable SBCTC, OSPI, and BEdA requirements, including eligibility, intake, enrollment, progression, transitions, completion, and required documentation.
- Coordinate ELA intake and placement operations, including scheduling, assessment pre/post testing, student and transition from intake to enrollment.
- Coordinate I-BEST operational processes, including student interest and eligibility processes, enrollment coordination, program communication, and start-of-quarter activities.
- Coordinate high school completion and credentialing processes, including graduation requirements and pathways, completion review, required documentation, and diploma/credential processing.
- Coordinate shared program resources and logistics, including computer lab and other instructional scheduling needs.
- Coordinate with Enrollment Services, instructional departments, faculty, and other college offices to implement CCP processes and resolve enrollment and operational issues.
- Provide faculty and staff with program procedures, requirements, course observations, and operational support necessary to implement CCP programs consistently.
- Maintain program and student tracking systems to support enrollment, progression, completion, reporting, and program requirements.
- Support the Dean of CCP in developing and maintaining quarterly class schedules and implementing annual program goals and initiatives.
- Represent CCP as assigned. Serve as representative to relevant SBCTC organizations, coalitions and partners for programming and goals under the respective shared governance.
- Ensure that programs remain in compliance with various SBCTC, college, state, and federal requirements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Demonstrated leadership or participation in institutional programs with persons from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment to an inclusive and equitable working/learning environment.
- Bachelor’s degree in education, administration, training and development, or a related field.
- Three years of supervisory, lead, or coordinating experience in an educational setting. Experience in a community or technical college setting is preferred.
- Three years of experience in BEdA programming, adult education, and/or youth re-engagement.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgment required.
- Excellent computer skills and knowledge of electronic student database systems such as LACES/WABERS, Skyward, ctcLink, or similar.
- Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Ability to work effectively and engage with individuals whose first language is not English. Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicate with others both in writing and orally.
- Ability to facilitate the development and implementation of short- and long-term goals.
- Demonstrated attention to detail required as well as previous experience maintaining accurate records, managing multiple tasks, and planning and organizing work in order to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
- Demonstrated ability to promote universal design and accessibility. Proficiency in (or ability to learn within 6 months of hire) the production of accessible content, whether print or electronic.
- Ability to represent the college in a positive and professional manner, while using tact, discretion and courtesy.
- Ability to speak a regionally top spoken language other than English is preferred (Spanish, Vietnamese, Russian, Somali, and Chinese).
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Working hours are generally aligned to business hours, Monday – Friday. Occasional evening and weekend work is required. Work is mostly sedentary in nature, performed in an office environment. Frequent use of a computer and exposure to terminal screens is required. May drive/travel to trainings, conferences, and/or college events. This position will move throughout campus periodically, utilizing various spaces to facilitate planned activities. Work will occur on-campus, with occasional remote work possible.
Terms of Employment
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States. All offers of employment are contingent to background checks, including employment and required degree/credential verification. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform successfully in the position. Finalists are required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080. Post offer, pre-employment criminal background checks are also required.
For questions regarding this position contact recruiting@rtc.edu.
EEO STATEMENT: Renton Technical College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veterans or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Re-authorization Act and Washington State Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. The following college official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX / EEO Coordinator, Lesley Hogan, Vice President of Human Resources 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA 98056 (425)235-7873, titleix@rtc.edu.
Jeanne Clery statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Renton Technical College reports the mandate information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Renton Technical College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at: https://rtc.edu/about-rtc/campus-resources/campus-security/annual-security-report.php. For information on how to access the RTC Daily Crime Log follow this link: https://rtc.edu/about-rtc/campus-resources/campus-security/daily-crime-log.php.
We acknowledge that RTC sits uninvited on the ancestral land of the Puget Salish people, including the Duwamish, Suquamish, Snoqualmie, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot Nations. We are grateful to the original inhabitants of this land, upon which we gather and dialogue. We also acknowledge our increasingly virtual world, in which RTC’s work is done across multiple indigenous lands, in some cases, away from Puget Salish territories. We thank the original caretakers of our local lands and waters, who are still here.
Beyond acknowledgment, we each have an obligation to learn about and support our local tribes. Find out how on our resources page, which includes scholarships for Indigenous students.
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Which visa types realistically fit dean roles in Washington?
Dean positions typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring a graduate degree in a directly related field, making the H-1B visa the most common path. The H-1B1 visa is available for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, and the E-3 visa covers Australian nationals. Candidates already holding J-1 visa exchange visitor status through a designated sponsor organization may also work in administrative academic roles. F-1 students may use OPT if the role relates to their field of study.
Which companies sponsor visas for deans in Washington?
In Washington, the primary sponsors for dean-level roles are large public universities such as the University of Washington and Washington State University, which have established international hiring pipelines and legal infrastructure for H-1B petitions. Private institutions like Seattle University, Gonzaga University, and Pacific Lutheran University also sponsor at this level. Community college districts governed by the Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges have sponsored dean positions as well, particularly for academic and workforce education deans.
Which cities in Washington have the most dean sponsorship jobs?
Seattle holds the highest concentration of dean-level sponsorship opportunities, anchored by the University of Washington's main campus and several private colleges. Pullman is a consistent source through Washington State University, which regularly fills college dean and associate dean roles. Spokane has grown as an academic hub with Gonzaga University, Washington State University Spokane, and several health sciences programs. Tacoma and Bellevue also see openings through branch campuses and regional colleges.
How to find dean visa sponsorship jobs in Washington?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find dean roles in Washington where employers have a verified history of visa sponsorship. Filtering to Washington and the education sector surfaces institutions that have filed Labor Condition Applications for administrative academic positions, saving time compared to applying broadly. Because dean searches often run on academic hiring cycles, checking Migrate Mate regularly during the fall and spring recruitment windows gives the best visibility into active openings.
Are there any Washington-specific factors that affect visa sponsorship for deans?
Washington's higher education system is unusually dense for its population, with 34 public community and technical colleges plus multiple research universities, which broadens the pool of potential H-1B sponsors beyond the flagship institutions. The University of Washington's status as a major National Institutes of Health and National Science Foundation grant recipient means it maintains active immigration counsel year-round. Washington state law also does not impose additional state-level barriers on hiring international employees, so federal visa timelines govern the process entirely.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored dean jobs in Washington?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.