Associate Dean - Adult Education

ASSOCIATE DEAN – ADULT EDUCATION

KENNEDY-KING COLLEGE

Kennedy-King College is seeking a qualified candidate for the Associate Dean of Adult Education positions who can provide leadership, management, and direction to the Adult Education Department. The Adult Education Department is a comprehensive program of free classes for adult students who need to learn English or improve their basic literacy skills, obtain a GED® certificate, or prepare for the Citizenship exam.

As an Associate Dean of Adult Education, you will have the opportunity to play a vital role in assisting in the success of our students by serving as the chief assistant to the Senior Dean of Adult Education in the areas of academic policy, student admissions, curriculum research and development, faculty recruitment, retention and budget development, and administration.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Identifies and recommends staffing needs to the Dean. Interviews and recommends to the Dean selection of part-time faculty. Evaluates part-time faculty and recommends retention or non-retention.
• Develops and implements a comprehensive orientation program for part-time faculty, in conjunction with the Office of Human Resources at the College and the District Office.
• Provides for an effective two-way channel of communication between the administration and faculty to ensure the integrity of the educational programs, the currency of the offerings, and the innovation of appropriate new technologies within the department.
• Serves as a hearing officer regarding student complaints and recommends appropriate procedures for their resolution.
• Prepares and develops budgets for the division in cooperation with the Business Office.
• Works with the Registrar’s Office to facilitate seamless registration processes for the Adult Education department.
• Coordinates and directs the evaluation, review and implementation of innovative curriculum additions and revisions.
• Writes proposals to seek external funding for specific projects and initiatives.
• Works with the Office of Research to plan and implement routine research concerning the numbers, status, and success of course offerings.
• Uses computer software to prepare memoranda and spreadsheet reports detailing activities and statistics.
• Represents the college to community organizations and agencies and participates on district-wide committees.
• Serves as weekend and/or evening administrator for the College.
• Adheres to CCC Customer Service Excellence standards.
• Performs related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English as a Second Language (ESL), or a related field required. Master’s degree preferred, supplemented by a minimum of five years of administrative experience in Adult Education and/or ESL programs.
• Proven organizational skills and supervisory ability.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate well with employees at all levels of the organization.
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be computer proficient with knowledge of a variety of software programs.
• Must be self-directed and innovative.
• Must be able to meet deadlines in a timely manner.