Student Success Air Force

Michael A. Engel

*** **** **** *****, *****. Georgia 31008 478-***-**** ***************@*****.***

Profile

Accomplished and results-driven higher education leader with over 39 years of experience in academic administration, faculty leadership, and institutional management and teaching. Proven track record as a Dean, driving academic excellence, faculty development, and student success through innovative programs and strategic initiatives. Expertise in curriculum design, accreditation processes, and fostering a collaborative environment between faculty, staff, and stakeholders. Skilled in managing large teams, optimizing operational processes, and leading budget planning for academic departments. Strong commitment to enhancing educational quality and developing future leaders. Known for building strong community relationships, supporting academic achievement, and advocating for institutional growth and sustainability.

Core Competencies:

Academic Administration & Leadership

Curriculum Development & Evaluation

Faculty Development & Mentoring

Strategic Planning & Institutional Growth

Budget Management & Resource Allocation

Accreditation & Compliance

Student Success & Retention

Change Management & Organizational Development

Partnership Development & Community Engagement

Data-Driven Decision Making

Master Instructor

Experience

DEAN, AEROSPACE, TRADE AND INDUSTRY (12 YEARS) DIVISION HEAD PROGRAM CHAIR MASTER INSTRUCTOR CENTRAL GEORGIA TCHNICAL COLLEGE (CGTC) DECEMEBR 1998-OCTOBER 2023

·Supervised 19 programs including an FAA Part 147 Airframe and Powerplant school, Aircraft Structural Technology, Pre-engineering, Industrial Maintenance, Advanced Manufacturing, Electronics, Welding, Machine Tool Technology, Construction Management, Carpentry, Air Conditioning, Commercial Truck Driving programs.

·Guided his division successfully through several SACSCOC accreditation evaluations.

·Expertly managed the largest divisional budget at the college and oversaw millions of dollars in equipment and consumable supply purchases.

·Stood up several new facilities including the Jones Advanced Manufacturing Center and the Georgia Veterans Education Career Transition Resource Center including it’s AI in Advance Manufacturing Studio.

·Superbly managed the care and teaching of 4000 students in 11 counties and at dozens of campuses, training centers and high schools.

·Facilitated over 50 Department of Labor Registered Apprenticeships with local industry partners.

COMMANDANT, USAF AIRMAN LEADERSHIP SCHOOL ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, GEORGIA MAY 1993 – DECEMBER 1998

·Stood up first standalone in-residence Aiman Leadership School at Robins AFB.

·Named Air Force Material Command, Airman Leadership Commandanr of the year for implemented numerous innovations including the use of computer technology for every student.

·Significantly contributed to Robins AFB being named the best base in the Air Force.

·Lead the implementation of Quality initiatives and delivered curriculum for Quality Management, Communication and Professional Military Education.

·Promoted under the Stipes for Exceptional Performers Program (STEP) for sustained superior performance as Commandant of the USAF Airman Leadership School.

Education

MASTER OF AERONAUTICAL SCIENCE (MANAGEMENT) MARCH 2006 EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY, DAYTONA, FLORIDA

BACHELORS OF PROFESSIONAL AERONAUTICS (AVIATION SAFETY) JUNE 2004 EMBRY-RIDDLE AERONAUTICAL UNIVERSITY, DAYTONA, FLORIDA

A.A.S. AIRFRAME REPAIR TECHNOLOGY REPAIR TECHNOLOGY JANUARY 1990 COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE

A.A.S. INSTRUCTOR OF TECHNOLOGY AND MILITARY SCIENCE JANUARY 1992 COMMUNITY COLLEGE OF THE AIR FORCE

Skills & Abilities

·Accounting & Budgeting

·Proficiency with Office software

·Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·Proficient with Blackboard

·Classroom management

·Stakeholder engagement

·Team leadership

·Human Resources management

·Decision making

·Poised under pressure

·Experienced in process improvement

·Master Instructor

·Conflict resolution

·Policy Development

·Strategic planning

·Subject matter expert

·Pedagogical expert

·Curriculum oversight

Activities and Interests

Outdoors activities

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