Dean of Academic Affairs

Position Summary:

The Dean of Academic Affairs reports directly to the Provost. The Dean coordinates the assessment of student learning in order to enhance student academic achievement while improving the teaching and curriculum delivery methods in designated program areas. The Dean assists in the identification, design, implementation, and evaluation of all credit offerings. Additionally, the incumbent is responsible for assisting the Provost in the overall coordination of the instructional area, and with supervising both part-time and full-time faculty. The Dean will lead the process for preparing the term scheduling of courses, and assists with the preparation and implementation of the departmental budget.

Specific Responsibilities

• Faculty Supervisory Responsibilities
  • Assist with the Supervision of Faculty
  • Conduct classroom observations of Faculty at all locations
  • Supervise Faculty methods of instruction
  • Assist Faculty with maintaining viable Program Advisory Committees
  • Oversee Faculty mandatory practices per Collectively Bargained Agreement
• Academic Program Responsibilities
  • Assist with developing, Implementing, assessing, and evaluating academic programs
  • Provide leadership for the developmental education program
  • Lead and coordinate the development of semester schedules
  • Assist with the investigation and development of new program proposals
  • Recommend staffing for courses each term to the Provost
• Student Learning Responsibilities
  • Advise and counsel students as it pertains to faculty concerns
  • Consult with the Student Services to facilitate experiential learning options; career counseling for students across the curriculum, and job placement upon graduation
• Evaluate, and make recommendations to the Provost related to staffing patterns, and filling positions.
• Assist with compiling information related to the annual Academic Affairs operating budget
• Other duties as assigned (ie. Serve on Committees)

Physical Requirements:

Note: Please rank the below tasks as F for Frequent (6 hours daily), M for Moderate (4-6 hours daily), O for Occasional (2-4 hours daily) or R for Rarely(>2 hours daily).

Position Requirements:

Note: Please list the educational, experience, and skill set required

• A Master’s Degree or higher in a discipline related to higher education and in an area related to the administrative responsibilities for the position. Ph.D or Ed.D is preferred.
• Documented experience with:
  • General working knowledge of standard systems and processes of the higher education environment
  • Well-founded knowledge of curriculum assessment, development, and current innovations at the community college level
  • Traditional credit programming, curriculum development, and knowledge of laboratory facility requirements for technical courses
  • Knowledge of current instructional theory and practice at the two-year college level
  • Knowledge and proficiency in the implementation of distance learning methods
• Documented experience with:
  • An understanding of the philosophy and mission of community college education
  • Interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work without daily supervision
  • Must demonstrate experience in using data to make informed decisions
  • Experience in assessment
  • Must be up to date on current trends in higher education
• A minimum of 3 year’s experience as an Assistant Dean, Dean, or in a higher education leadership position

This job description is subject to change at any time and nothing in this job description restricts the college’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities. Additionally, this job description shall not be construed as an employment contract.