"Associate Dean, Professional Studies & Community Education"

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Position Information

Position Title
Associate Dean, Professional Studies & Community Education

Position Type
Administrative

Department
Professional Studies and Community Education

FLSA
Exempt

Union/Non Union
Non Union

Full Time or Part Time
Full Time

Grade
17

Hiring Salary Range
$84,669 - $121,017 annually (depending on experience)

Regular or Temporary
Regular

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean is a core member of the leadership team for that division and contributes to the strategic vision of the division. The Associate Dean serves as the division’s liaison to the academic departments, collaborating with the chairs, department heads, and coordinators to ensure that the division’s agenda is operationalized at the department level. The Associate Dean is also the division’s liaison to other areas of the college and provides additional administrative support to the dean as directed.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in one of the fields/disciplines represented in the division, or a related field:
  • Public Safety and Law: Forensic Science, Criminal Justice, Paralegal Studies, Public Safety, etc.
  • Education: Teacher Education, Special Education, Early Childhood Education, etc.
  • Business and Entrepreneurship: Business Management, Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Corporate or Organizational Communication, Human Resources, etc.
  • Adult Education: Adult Basic Skills, GED® Preparation, English for Speakers of Other Languages, etc.
  • Transition ESOL : Adult ESOL, English for Specific Purposes, etc.
• Four years of experience in program administration, program evaluation, and/or post-secondary teaching, all of which must be in a college or university setting.
• A minimum of three years of supervisory experience, including progressively responsible administrative leadership in planning, managing, and overseeing curriculum and instructional programs.

Criteria

CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Leadership

• Assumes administrative responsibility and represents the dean and division in the absence of or at the direction of the dean.
• Participates actively in the division’s work in support of the College’s Institutional Effectiveness process.
• Prepares for the dean’s annual approval and other reports of division accomplishments and outcomes.
• Compiles and reviews student success and other data and recommends/implements strategies for enhancing student success.
• Supports the division’s efforts in regard to JEDI, contributing to an open, diverse, inclusive, and collaborative environment.
• Supports the work of accreditation and site visits, working with relevant administrators and faculty in support of Middle States, the Maryland Higher Education Commission, and other 3rd party licensing/grants.
• Serves as liaison to Teaching and Learning Center.
• Assists the dean in the development of and the management of the division’s budget and resources (including any relevant grants).

Curriculum & Program Development and Improvement

• Guides and assists chairs and department heads in curriculum work (additions, modifications, deletions, assessment) prior to approval by the dean.
• Serves as alternate to the dean on the Curriculum Committee.
• Assists with the program review process for the division.
• Oversees digital badging at the division level.
• Ensures the accuracy of division course and program information on the college’s website and Catalog.
• Assists with articulation course crosswalk.

Student Success

• Serves as the division’s liaison to Student Affairs, including the division’s advisors.
• Manages the student complaint/appeal process at the division level.
• Evaluates requests for grade changes, course repeats, exceptions, waivers, credit by exam and other student petitions upon recommendation of the chair or coordinator and escalates to the dean when necessary.
• Prepare reports monitoring, measuring, and analyzing student success rates in the division’s programs and courses.
• Reviews classroom schedules prior to submission by the chairs in order to ensure the production of a student-centered, two-year course schedule.

Staffing

• Recruits, hires, supervises and evaluates the performance of the office manager and other assigned staff as applicable; serves as a secondary supervisor (in absence of the department chair) for office associates.
• Assists chairs and department heads with recruitment, hiring, and development of part-time faculty for the division; assists the dean with recruitment and selection of full-time faculty.
• Participates in the FT faculty evaluation process, at the direction of the dean.
• Works with chairs and department heads to ensure appropriate faculty assignments, schedules and workload.

Community Relations/Outreach

• Serves on college-wide committees and works with other administrators in a team environment.
• Serves as the division liaison to other areas and divisions within the College, supporting day-to-day operations of the division, as directed by the dean.
• Serves on the division’s advisory boards as directed by the dean.
• Serves as liaison to the area’s incumbent worker/contract training staff; assists in the development of training programs for businesses and agencies’ employees.
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority ( CSA ) by complying with the Clery Act and reporting crime-related information.
• File an annual financial disclosure statement with the Maryland State Ethics Commission.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Budget development experience.
• Experience writing and developing successful proposals for grants from external sources.
• High energy level, sense of humor, diplomatic/tactful, and passionate about the dimensions of this position.
• Flexible and adaptable.
• Demonstrated courage, tenacity, and patience in the face of challenges; ability to suggest creative solutions to challenges.
• Knowledge of college policy and ability to interpret and apply policy for divisional staff, faculty, and students.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills including the ability to anticipate needs and concerns of stakeholders.
• Computer literate and open to the development and implementation of innovative delivery systems and enhanced teaching through advanced information technologies.
• Ability to promote collegiality and build consensus and work as a team member.
• Demonstrated project planning and management, time management, and priority setting skills. Ability to work successfully in a high stress environment, handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of county, state, and regional workforce needs.
• Knowledge of the external accrediting process for select programs within the scope of the division.
• Demonstrated history of on-time delivery of projects; project coordination; and anticipation of issues.

Job Requirements

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

ACCOMMODATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George’s Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the ECT department.

Is Background Check Required?
Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?
No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number
PGCC231511/12

Open Date
11/21/2025

Open Until Filled
Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.