As the administrative and academic leader of the department, the
Chairperson is accountable for the delivery of academic programs in
accordance with departmental, divisional, and College strategic
plans; the hiring, evaluation and professional development of
department personnel to include faculty and staff; and oversight of
budgeting and resource management. As a member of College
administration, the Chair coordinates departmental activity with
the activities of other units within the college and in
collaboration with other members of administration, and assists in
the development and implementation of College initiatives. This
position demonstrates a commitment to the success of students and
collegiality among faculty, staff and students. Currently, the
department disciplines include Nursing, Practical Nursing, and
Certified Nurse Aid. This position reports to the Dean of
Nursing.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Department Leadership
- Supports the strategic goals of the College through all of the
department’s programming decisions; in collaboration with the Dean,
leads faculty and staff through the process of establishing and
maintaining a long-term vision for the department that is
consistent with the College’s mission. Serves as a liaison between
the department and other units of the institution and ensures
departmental compliance with College and accrediting agencies’
policies, procedures and regulations.
Guides, executes and reports the department’s strategic
planning process while maintaining a climate that is collegial and
encourages innovative thinking through faculty and staff engagement
and participation. The Chairpers on articulates the goals of the
department and the division, both within and beyond the department
and carries forward the department’s requests in pursuit of these
goals. Actively leads departmental enrollment management strategy
in conjunction with faculty, advisors, and other campus resources
through the use of data analysis, recruitment plans, enrollment
growth strategies, and retention programs.
Operational Leadership
- Constructs and coordinates the academic course schedule
according to student and program needs; seeks input from faculty
and advisors; facilitates the faculty course selection process; and
assigns faculty to courses. Monitors course registrations and
adjusts schedules and assignments in conjunction with the Dean and
Office of Academic Affairs. Prepares reports including enrollment
analysis, strategic planning initiatives, departmental
accomplishments, and the status of department goals. Works
collaboratively with faculty and staff to maintain programmatic
compliance with Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
(ACEN), Ohio Department of Health (ODH) and Ohio Board of Nursing.
Assists in writing regular reports, leading site visits, serving as
point of contact and self reporting compliance issues to these
agencies.
- Administers the department budget in collaboration with the
Office of Academic Affairs and the Resource, Planning and Analysis
Office. Estimates expenses to implement department objectives;
completes midyear budget review; reviews and approves requisitions;
exercises budgetary controls and reallocates resources when
necessary. Promotes and supports the selection and retention of
outstanding faculty and staff. Conducts annual faculty appraisals
and staff evaluations. Communicates position expectations, provides
direction and resolves work problems. Recommends pay increases,
promotions and other personnel actions. Approves leave and
authorizes overtime as appropriate. Provides recommendations to the
Dean with regard to faculty and staff vacancies and position
reallocations.
- Administers disciplinary actions upon approval and in
collaboration with the Dean and Human Resources. In collaboration
with Lead Instructors/Program Coordinators and other faculty
maintains an active, credentialed adjunct pool. Conducts classroom
and online observations of adjunct faculty when required and
completes the appraisal process. Ensures new adjunct faculty are
provided mentorship and guidance regarding procedures and protocols
and provides an orientation to the department and College.
- Advocates for departmental needs by recommending to the Dean,
equipment and supplies for purchase, projecting space and equipment
needs for the department and exercising general responsibility for
departmental facilities and equipment in accordance with College
policy. Initiates and/or monitors laboratory needs, textbooks,
technology, and capital equipment orders.
- In collaboration with the College Credit Plus office, works to
staff, manage, and support the offering of embedded college-level
courses to high school students. Coordinates with lead faculty to,
or in some instances may, conduct classroom observations and
provides appropriate orientation and team-building activities with
high school faculty and facilitators to help with their integration
and understanding of the department’s curriculum and learning
outcomes. Works collaboratively with faculty union and college
personnel to uphold the bargaining agreement.
Faculty Support
- Leads department faculty in a wide range of new and ongoing
academic and administrative matters. Fosters collegiality among
faculty and supports their professional development. Maintains
communication and collaboration with the faculty regarding
department, division, and College strategic and academic
initiatives. Supports the faculty tenure and promotion
process.
Support Student Success
- Leads and supports student success initiatives within the
department. Responds to students’ needs and inquiries: meets with
students regarding grade disputes, or other issues. Mediates and
provides solutions to student-faculty conflicts. Refers students to
appropriate college resources. Leads faculty and academic advisors
through the evaluation and approval of pre-requisites and helps to
maintain the transferability of the curriculum.
Curriculum, Accreditation, & Assessment Process
- Leads and supports the faculty in curriculum development,
redesign, and change. Serves as the liaison to the Office of
Curriculum Management to ensure new courses and curricular changes
to the College catalogue and web pages reflect current and accurate
information. Supports the department assessment committee and
faculty engaged in curriculum and program review.
College & Community Relations
- Collaborates with the Offices of College Credit Plus, Distance
Education and Instructional Services (DEIS), Workforce Innovation,
Delaware Campus and Regional Learning Centers and other departments
regarding a variety of subjects, which could include course
schedules, staffing, faculty credentialing, projects, faculty
professional development and other initiatives.
Culture of Respect
- Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and
inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the
community.
MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
- Master’s degree in Nursing.
- Five (5) years of experience in the practice of nursing as a
registered nurse, two (2) of which have been as a faculty member in
a registered nursing education program.
- Completion of approved registered nursing education
program.
- State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability
to gain access to work site(s). Current, valid licensure without
action as a registered nurse in Ohio.
- * An appropriate combination of education, training,
coursework, and experience may qualify a candidate
CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any
time. This position description does not represent in any way a
contract of employment.
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Union (If Applicable):
Scheduled Hours:
40
Additional Information
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the following:
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(Instructor, Annually Contracted Faculty, and Adjunct), you will
need to upload an unofficial copy of your transcript when
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(if necessary) the information in your candidate profile as it will
transfer to your application.
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