Department Chair - Construction Technology (School of Manufacturing & Industrial Technology)
- Employer
- Dallas College
- Location
- Texas, United States
- Salary
- $75,000.00 - $120,000.00
- Date posted
- Dec 15, 2020
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Academic Affairs, Academic Administration
- Employment Level
- Administrative
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Working Title
Department Chair - Construction Technology (School of Manufacturing
& Industrial Technology)
Job Title Code
ASW
Salary Level
E03
Salary Range (Full-Time)
$75,000.00 - $120,000.00 (dependent on experience and other
considerations)
Business Travel
$150 Monthly
FLSA
Exempt
Position Type
Administrator
Note: The Department Chair will manage and supervise faculty and instruction for Construction, HVAC, and Welding programs.
Position Summary
Dallas College seeks a dynamic, visionary leader to play an
important role in the design, development, and launch of the seven
new Dallas College academic schools (the Schools) who will serve as
Department Chair for a specific Dallas College academic school.
Dallas College is establishing the Schools with a new, ambitious
academic
framework to ensure the Schools align with the North Texas region’s
workforce and industry needs to ensure graduates’ success in their
careers. The Department Chair reports to the Dean, Academic Affairs
or the Vice Provost, School of and is the only position in the
redesigned Dallas College that supervises faculty members. The
Department Chair will:
1. Oversee the delivery of high-quality instruction and
facilitating faculty development. To do so, they interface closely
with the Scheduling Team to finalize the schedule and assign
faculty to courses.
2. Supervise adjuncts, evaluate faculty, support curriculum
maintenance and improvement, and prioritize faculty coaching and
development.
3. In partnership with the Dallas College scheduling team, take on
the primary functions of program coordination within their given
department.
4. Oversee the general day-to-day operations of the department;
develop and drive the department’s goals; support faculty
development; and work in a professional and collegial manner with
faculty, staff, and students.
5. Work closely with the other Schools’ leaders to ensure all
academic programs maintain a high level of academic rigor.
6. Possess a strong commitment to institutional effectiveness,
program performance management, and be well-versed in using data to
make program and school-level decisions.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
The complex role of Department Chair requires a skilled individual
who can both serve and coordinate multiple constituencies. They are
the primary spokespersons and advocates for the academic
department. In this role, chairs are the guarantors of department
quality.
• Ability to champion the resource needs of the department and
ensure the effective use of those resources.
• Ability to promote the quality of the department’s programs while
remaining alert to the need for curricular revision.
• Broad knowledge and experience executing operating strategies and
plans, managing staff, sustaining the operational financial plan
and overseeing the administrative management of the
organization(s).
• Effectively leads change and organizational growth through
strategic planning.
• Ability to analyze strategies to move the organization forward,
set goals, evaluate processes, and implement improvements.
• Possesses a record of success in an administrative leadership
position overseeing the operations of an organization(s) or
program(s).
• Proven ability to maintain a good working relationship with
executive leadership, administrators, staff and students to achieve
the goals of the organization and cultivate a positive work
environment.
• Advanced experiences in creating, implementing, analyzing, and
updating higher education-based policies and procedures and do so
by striving for high ethical standards in line with those held by
Dallas College, generally.
• Knowledgeable, skillful and innovative leader who collaboratively
manages a complex set of institutional challenges and issues,
making difficult decisions focused on moving the College forward in
a productive and sustainable way that continues to promote
success.
• Understands local, regional, and national accrediting body
requirements that are department and/or program specific.
• Experience in an administrative leadership position overseeing
academic-related projects or programs at an institution of higher
education.
• Advanced knowledge of policies and procedures and adheres to high
ethical standards when implementing process and improvements to
comply with Dallas College guidelines.
• Experience in an outcome-based, assessment-rich, educational,
corporate, or non-profit institution.
• Patience and tolerance for ambiguity and change.
• Demonstrated evidence of leadership in the development of new
programs that promote success and in building teamwork and a shared
vision.
• Demonstrated successful program management experience with the
ability to pay attention to detail.
• Excellent presentation, oral and written skills and the ability
to deliver clear and effective messages to influence and engage key
stakeholders and a diverse Dallas College network community.
• Demonstrated excellence in providing customer service.
• Excellent analytical skills, exceptional organizational skills,
and the ability to think strategically and tactfully.
• Ability to present concepts effectively and influence all levels
of the organization and administration.
• Capable of evaluating options and actions based on trends and
conditions in the environment, and the vision and values of the
organization.
Physical Requirements
Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office
environment. Reasonable accommodations may be made to
individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
Minimum Knowledge and Experience
Associate’s degree or higher in one of the discipline areas within
the School. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Experience in a leadership role focused on bringing systemic change in an academic or business/industry setting.
- Prior teaching experience as a faculty member, or adjunct faculty member at an institution of higher education.
- At least three years of management or supervisory experience and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and equity in education through leadership, scholarship, teaching, or service.
- Understanding of program assessment and accreditation processes/procedures.
- Experience in an international or multilingual environment is preferred.
- Demonstrated success in leading program development or transformation (launch of new programs, redevelopment of existing programs/schools, etc.) is also preferred.
***Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
• Coordinate the Academic Affairs of the Department to establish an
“Outstanding Educational Program”
• Ensure the coordination (inclusive of program development,
program revision, and continuous program improvement) of credit and
non-credit programs within their department
• Supervise the activities of Department-assigned staff and
faculty
• Evaluate faculty performance and report such evaluations to the
appropriate School and/or Department leader, as requested
• Lead the Department in the pursuit of the established Department
goals
• Create an effective working environment for all personnel within
the Department
• Effectively assess and address students’ needs within the
Department
• Encourage scholarly and creative activities and advocates service
to the College and the community
• Provide coaching, thought partnering, and outlets for faculty
growth and professional development – particularly in the teaching
and learning space
• Monitor and manage the financial operations of the Department
programs
• Respond to additional requests, assignments, or other needs from
the Vice Provost.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance.
Dallas College is part of an equal opportunity system that provides education and employment opportunities without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Dallas College complies with the Americans with Disabilities and Veterans Act.
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