PR2007 Jul 25

NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 25 2007

FOR MORE INFORMATION: Leigh Hays 205-391-2310

lhays@sheltonstate.edu

Steve Fair Named Dean of Administrative Services for Shelton State Community College

TUSCALOOSA – Steve Fair, a nineteen year veteran of the two year college system and a graduate of Shelton State Community College, has been named Dean of Administrative Services. Fair has served as Associate Dean of Technical Services since July 2003.

Interim President Joanne Jordan announced the appointment after a reorganization plan was approved by the Department of Postsecondary Education. Fair’s primary responsibilities will include oversight of facilities, including construction, maintenance, housekeeping and grounds, security and information technology services.

Fair has also served as Director of Business and Industry Training (TBI) at Shelton State. In his role as Director of TBI, Fair supervised the operation of Training for Business and Industry, Continuing Education and the Lifelong Learning Center. Fair served as a liaison to the West Alabama business community and coordinated training programs that were responsive to the needs of the local workforce.

Before directing TBI at Shelton State, Fair taught Machine Tool technology and Computerized Numerical Control courses for twelve years. During this time, he achieved a 99 percent job placement rate for graduates, created a partnership with The University of Alabama Department of Mechanical Engineering and negotiated equipment donations valued at $150,000.

Fair holds a B.S. degree from Athens University and a Masters Degree in Management from the University of Alabama. He also brings ten years of corporate experience with Atrax Research and Development Corporation to his new role as Dean of Administrative Services.