Midland College is seeking a Dean of the Health Sciences Division to provide leadership in a collaborative environment built on mutual respect, innovation, and continuous improvement.  The Division Dean will oversee programs in Associate Degree Nursing, Licensed Vocational Nursing, Health Information Management, Sonography, Radiological Technology, Respiratory Therapy, and the Baccalaureate in Health Services Management.   In addition, the Division Dean will oversee the F. Marie Hall SimLife Center.

 

Candidate must have a commitment to student success, equity, and integrity, as well as a sense of humor and open-mindedness.  The Division Dean works closely with other administrators, faculty, and staff to enhance student learning by aligning Division initiatives with the Midland College mission and strategic plan to #StartStriveSucceed.  

 

Midland College awards certificates, associate degrees and baccalaureate degrees and supports completion through student-centered instruction and student services.  51% of graduates earn a Certificate and/or Applied Associates degree.  An additional 47% of students earn an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degree.  With a 50% Hispanic population, our 5,500 students reflect the demographics of the wider five-county service area.  Thanks to local philanthropy and broad community support, Midland College offers more than 200 local scholarships.  

 

Midland, Texas is a dynamic community with the eighth lowest unemployment rate in the United States.  Currently, Midland is the second fastest growing city in Texas and the fourth fastest growing city in the United States.  With a rising population of roughly 140,000 in the heart of the Permian Basin, Midland is in the hub of the booming Permian Basin energy industry.  

Master’s degree in related field 
Credentials sufficient to qualify to teach in a discipline supervised 
Minimum three years of relevant experience in higher education 
Knowledge of general office equipment including computer, email, fax, copier, and telephone system 
Familiarity with divisional instructional program equipment 
Effectively manage time and priorities in order to meet established deadlines 
Work and communicate effectively with all levels of co-workers and other external contacts 
Detail-oriented and highly organized 
Ability to manage several departments and work cooperatively with staff and students 
Excellent written and verbal skills; leadership skills 
Must possess a valid Texas Driver license, good driving record, and be insurable on Midland College’s insurance policy

Doctorate degree 
Community College experience 
Supervisory and teaching experience

Recruit, qualify, train, supervise, and evaluate faculty and staff 
Serve on the Curriculum Committee and oversee all curriculum reviews and changes; work with faculty to ensure current and comprehensive curricula 
Develop and approve schedule of courses; ensure that accreditation standards and other quality measures are satisfied 
Revise and approve catalog content 
Evaluate departments and programs 
Participate in strategic planning for instructional area of college 
Oversee budgeting, resource allocation, and grants for the division 
Evaluate and make recommendation regarding instructional equipment and facilities 
Serve as a member of the college’s Instructional Administrators 
Serve on committees as assigned 
Recommend new programs when appropriate to meet the college’s mission 
Facilitate communications within the college and between the college and the community 
Promote the philosophy of Midland College to faculty, students, and the community 
Serve as a liaison between faculty/staff and administration 
Oversee the affiliation agreements for the division 
Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Instructional Services and President

Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time 
Ability to lift or move up to 25 pounds 
Ability to work extended hours and attend Midland College or community events 
Use of manual dexterity 
Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation 
College and general office setting 
Duties indoors and some outdoors 
Travel for training, meetings, and events both in and out of town

All Midland College positions are security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. An employment offer is contingent on completion of a satisfactory criminal background investigation.

All documents must be electronically submitted through the Midland College Online Employment Services website to be considered. Incomplete or improperly submitted applications may be excluded from consideration. Documents that must be submitted online: Completed online application, curriculum vitae (please do not send photos), and transcripts. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted with application. NOTE: Official transcripts sent directly from the institution(s) attended to Midland College Human Resources are required within 30 days of hire. 
 
The Search Committee will start the review of applications on 14 April 2023. Interviews will begin immediately thereafter with a decision to hire made 15 May 2023. The start date for the new Dean of Health Sciences will be 04 September 2023.

In its efforts to promote nondiscrimination and as required by law, Midland College does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, military status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Additionally, the College does not discriminate against an employee or applicant who acts to oppose such discrimination or participates in the investigation of a complaint related to a discriminatory employment practice. Employment decisions will be made on the basis of each applicant’s job qualifications, experience, and abilities.