"Dean, Humanities, English, and Social Sciences"

Job Description Summary

Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer and Provost of Teaching, Learning, & Student Success, a key member of the Teaching, Learning, and Student Success leadership team, the Dean of Humanities, English, and Social Sciences ensures the educational welfare of students and the professional needs of faculty and staff in the Division. The Dean is responsible for promoting academic, administrative, and fiscal leadership in accordance with the College's strategic plan. The Dean fosters and supports innovative teaching and learning approaches for the Division, actively promotes and advocates for implementation of guided pathways, and supports students throughout their educational journey. The Dean is responsible and accountable for the development, expansion, and continuous improvement of high-quality programs within the Division, designed to address community needs and provide stackable credentials and degrees that provide seamless articulation with secondary and postsecondary partners as well as the College's noncredit programs and offerings. The Dean develops long- and short-range plans, and exercises management responsibility for academic program planning, faculty matters, and administration, including staffing, budgets, and facilities. The Dean fosters a high-quality environment of teaching and intellectual achievement and creates and strengthens partnerships within and outside the College.

Minimum Qualifications

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master's or Doctorate Degree required in one of the fields/disciplines represented in the Division:
  • Humanities: Art, Communication, Dance, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, World Languages
  • English: English, Developmental English, English as a Second Language, Reading
  • Social Sciences: Anthropology, Geography, History, Human Services, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
• For applicants with a master's degree:
  • Minimum of 12 years of combined full-time administrative experience (preferably at the department chair level or higher) and post-secondary teaching experience in a college or university setting required.
  • Minimum of four years of supervisory experience required.
• For applicants with a Doctorate degree:
  • Minimum of 8 years of combined full-time administrative experience (preferably at the department chair level or higher) and post-secondary teaching experience in a college or university setting required.
  • Minimum of four years of supervisory experience required.

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.

Special Instructions to Applicants

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

**Application Status:** you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.