Division Dean

Company: New Mexico State University
Location: Las Cruces
Posted on: February 22, 2021

Job Description:

CC Division Dean, Lg New Mexico State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, NMSU does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, retaliation, serious medical condition, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, spousal affiliation or protected veteran status in its program or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Inquiries may be directed to the Executive Director, Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator, Office of Institutional Equity, P.O. Box 30001, E. 1130 University Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88003; 575.646.3635; 575.646.7802 (TTY) equity@nmsu.edu .

NMSU is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate form or to request an accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity, O'Loughlin House, 1130 E. University Avenue, Las Cruces, NM 88003; 575.646.3635; 575.646.7802 (TTY) equity@nmsu.edu . One week advance notice is appreciated. Bookmark this Posting - Print Preview - Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application. Department Contact Department Contact Name Yvette Benitiz Department Contact Phone 575-527-7552 Department Contact Email ybenitiz@dacc.nmsu.edu Posting Details Requisition Number 2000421S Classification Title CC Division Dean,III Position Job Title CC Division Dean, Lg College/Division DACC Dona Ana CC Department 940770-DACC Advanced Technologies Div Position Number 499829 Internal or External Search External - Open to all applicants Appointment Full-time Equivalency 1.00 Reports To Position Title VP Academic Affairs Target Hourly/Salary Rate 74,460 - 92,820 Commensurate with qualifications Pay Level 12 Pay Base Salary Recruitment Summary Dona Ana Community College ( DACC ) is a comprehensive, learning-centered community college dedicated to a diverse population of learners in support of student success, workforce and economic development and lifelong learning. Established in 1973 at the request of the Gadsden, Hatch and Las Cruces school boards, DACC continues to meet the educational needs of county residents by providing instruction leading to associate degrees and technical certificates as well as community and adult education opportunities. As the second largest community college in the state, DACC offers accessible and affordable higher education opportunities to more than 18,000 students annually with eight learning sites county-wide. As part of New Mexico State University, DACC is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. Job Duties and Responsibilities Provides academic and administrative leadership in planning, development, assessment of student learning, evaluation, and improvement of instructional areas within the assigned Division. Evaluates department chairs and assists in establishing individual and department goals. Approves full-and part-time faculty employment; supervises all faculty and staff and participates in their annual performance evaluations. Provides recommendations for faculty promotion and tenure. Ensures that curriculum is current within the discipline and workplace trends and meets the needs of the community at all campus and center locations; initiates new programs as determined by strategic planning and needs assessments. Provides leadership in program approval, certification, and accreditation processes. Encourages and oversees articulation and transfer activities with high school and post secondary educational institutions. Develops and administers division budget; approves and monitors department budgets. Administers daily operations of the division at all campus and center locations in a professional manner. Ensures that student concerns and issues are addressed appropriately. Communicates with the internal and external community regarding the division and college activities and services. Participates in professional development activities. Serves on teams, committees, councils and task forces that contribute to the success of the college. Performs other duties as assigned. Classification Summary The Division Dean is responsible for the development, administration, and promotion of the division and its programs ensuring high quality instruction in a safe and engaging learning environment. The Dean provides academic and educational leadership to the faculty members, students and campus colleagues and is responsible for developing an active teaching/learning community among students and faculty on campus. Classification Standard Duties Serve as leader, administrator, and evaluator of the Division and the programs it encompasses. Promote academic achievement and student satisfaction consistent with established education objectives, quality standards and fiscal responsibility. Supervise and evaluate assigned personnel. Responsible for development and/or administration of budgets in areas of supervision. Serve as liaison between the Division and the community college and university, community agencies, businesses and other groups, advisory committees, state and national groups. Seek/maintain degree program approval from licensing agencies, regional and national accreditation councils. Knowledge Knowledge and understanding of principles, procedures, regulations, and standards applicable to the job. Understanding of the University's mission, vision and goals. Skills Excellent communication skills, ability to listen to new ideas and to respond in a timely manner to faculty, students and staff. Demonstrated skill in working effectively with personnel conflicts and concerns Abilities Demonstrated ability to administer in a fair, thorough and thoughtful way. Ability to solve problems and deliver difficult messages in a sensible way. Demonstrated ability to work independently and to establish and maintain a high degree of personal and divisional integrity and openness with students, faculty and staff. Required Education Master's degree in a related field. Required Experience Five (5) years of professional experience directly related to the standard duties as outlined. Equivalency None Preferred Qualifications Demonstrated ability to plan, direct, supervise, and evaluate academic programs in one or more of the fields in the division.
Knowledge of and experience with innovations in STEM education at the postsecondary level. Experience in developing course objectives/outcomes.
Knowledge of and experience with assessment techniques to measure student learning. Knowledge of and experience with media, evolving instructional technologies, and distance education planning and delivery. Knowledge and experience with annual evaluation, promotion and tenure for faculty. Demonstrated sensitivity to the needs of students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to lead a collaborative team. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with partners across the college, at university and business and industry.
Demonstrated ability to use software for administrative tasks. Endorses the teaching philosophy of DACC which supports a goal of success for all students through active learning experiences and strong faculty involvement. Bilingual competence in Spanish and English will be considered an asset. Required Certification/License Special Requirements Other Departmental Requirements Standard Work Schedule Standard (M-F, 8-5) If not a Standard Work Schedule, please describe Physical Work Location State NM-New Mexico Physical Work Location County, if in New Mexico DA-Dona Ana Work Site Workforce Center Contingent Upon Funding Not Applicable Bargaining Unit Eligible Posting Announcement Statement This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME). Tenure Track No Posting Date 11/02/2020 Closing Date 03/04/2021 Anticipated Job Begin Date (optional) Anticipated Job End Date, if applicable (optional) Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants The electronic application is the official document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application. Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.nmsu.edu/postings/39797 Environment Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment. Physical Effort No or very limited physical effort required. Lifting Requirements Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking. Risk No or very limited exposure to physical risk. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Where did you become aware of this position opening?

• NMSU Website
• Las Cruces Sun News/El Paso Times
• Albuquerque Journal
• Chronicle of Higher Ed
• New Mexico Department of Labor
• Other (If other please answer next question)
• If you became aware of this posting from another source, please describe? (Open Ended Question)
• * Do you meet the minimum requirements of this position? (Volunteer work does not count towards overall experience).
  • Yes, I have a Master's degree plus 5 or more years of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined.
  • Yes, I have a Doctorate degree plus 3 or more years years of professional experience related to the standard duties as outlined.
  • No, I do not meet the minimum requirements of this position. Applicant Documents Required Documents
  • Resume/CV
  • Letter of Interest/Cover Letter
  • Unofficial Transcripts (Undergraduate and Graduate Combined) Optional Documents
  • Other Document

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