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DAWSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Dean of Academics in GLENDIVE, Montana
JOB SUMMARY:
The Dean of Academics is accountable for ensuring quality and integrity across all campus academic functions. The Dean promotes academic achievement and student satisfaction consistent with established education objectives, quality standards and fiscal responsibility. In consultation with the Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs provides leadership to the academic activities across the College; evaluates the effectiveness of the College's academic activities and recommends methods for continuous improvement.
The Dean of Academics oversees academic programs and curriculum, assessment and program review, academic policy and processes, faculty appointments and evaluations, academic facilities and academic budget planning. Also works collaboratively with the Vice President of Academic and Student Affairs, deans, enrollment management and administration to ensure consistency between curriculum offerings, academic goals, academic policy and processes, faculty hiring and evaluation, admission and student policies, academic calendar, accreditation compliance, and other interrelated aspects, as well as student success and retention.
The Dean provides training to the instructional staff to maintain teaching excellence and conducts research on new trends in academic initiatives. The Dean is responsible in maintaining effective communication between students and faculty within the college and with other academic personnel. The Dean also acts as a liaison between the instructors and students and the President.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master's degree in Public Administration, Education or related field.
- Two (2) years of higher education or related professional experience including supervisory experience (director, chair, etc.).
- Current Driver's license.
PREFERRED:
- Five (5) years of higher education or related professional supervisory experience.
- Two (2) years teaching experience.
- Experience at a Community College or Technical College.
Background checks are required prior to employment.
Full time, 12-month exempt position.
Salary range: $72,000 - $80,000. * Wages commensurate with education and experience. *