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Dean, Academic Affairs
Job Description
Dean, Academic Affairs
DEFINITION:
Under general direction to plan, coordinate, direct, and evaluate assigned academic departments and programs and to do other related administrative duties as required; and value and promote the mission and vision of the college.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS:
These are academic administrative positions. Each incumbent in this classification will report directly to the Associate Superintendent/Vice President, Academic Affairs, and will perform professional duties involving independent judgment in the interpretation and application of policy and procedure. This will involve a high frequency of responsible contact with administrative and professional staff, students, and public and private agencies requiring sound judgment and good communication skills. Incumbents will be responsible for the programs of several academic departments as well as other academic duties and responsibilities as may be assigned including a shared responsibility for evening and summer supervision.
Knowledge of :
- California Education Code provisions and federal and state regulations applicable to community colleges;
- Modern personnel supervision practices;
- Organization of the community college;
- Instructional techniques and learning theory;
- Staff development needs of faculty;
- Curriculum development;
- Requirements and curriculum of the California State University and University of California systems;
- Preparation of grant proposals;
- Governmental agencies involved in vocational education;
- Workforce needs of industry, government, and business;
- Budget preparation;
- Administrative policies and procedures;
- Latest instructional developments in technology;
- Principles of matriculation and student development;
- High school and college/university articulation programs;
- Concepts of vocational education;
- Assessment of learning outcomes;
- Manpower needs of businesses, government, and industry;
- Development and implementation of noncredit vocational training and contract education programs.
- Plan and coordinate academic and vocational programs including curriculum development;
- Analyze, evaluate and recommend innovative changes to existing programs and recommend innovative solutions to district priorities and goals;
- Identify and use learning outcomes and assessment that lead to educational program improvements;
- Direct and evaluate the work of others;
- Reconcile divergent views;
- Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
- Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with all segments of the college community and general public.
- Plan and prepare successful grant and project proposals.
- Plan, develop, and analyze noncredit vocational training and contract education programs.
Working Conditions:
- May be required to work a flexible workweek which includes day and evening hours and occasional weekend assignments and may be assigned to any district location.
- Duties are primarily performed in an office environment, at a desk, or at a computer.
- The incumbent will experience interruptions while performing normal duties during the regular workday.
- The incumbent will have contact, in person or on the telephone, with executive, management, supervisory, academic and classified staff and the general public.
- Work requires travel to other offices or locations to attend meetings or conduct work.
- Typically may sit for extended periods of time.
- Operates a computer.
- Communicates over the telephone and in person.
- Regularly lifts, carries and/or moves objects weighing up to 10 pounds.
Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The start date for this position is Fall 2023.
To be considered for this position, the candidate must submit the following application materials by the closing date through our career site:
A Cover letter
A current and complete resume/CV of education and professional experience;
A statement that demonstrates a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students;
Transcripts (unofficial copies are acceptable for the application process). Official transcripts are required at the time of hire.
Allan Hancock College 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, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
Hancock College will not sponsor any visa applications.
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