Academic Division Director of Automotive Technology

Connecticut State Community College•New Haven, CT

2d•$95,698 - $102,108•Onsite

About The Position

The Academic Division Director manages an academic division including the design and development of courses and curricula and the direction of assigned faculty and staff in teaching and administering the instructional programs at a two-year Connecticut Community College which offers degree and certificate programs in a broad range of liberal arts, occupational and career studies. Some of the College’s learning programs may include continuing education and non-credit programs under the position’s direction.

Requirements

Masters degree in an academic discipline closely related to the Division’s areas of instruction or in a field closely related to administration of higher education, with four (4) or more years of teaching in higher education and/or academic administration in an institution of higher learning including two (2) years of supervisory experience or a combination of education, training and experience which would provide the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.
Academic curriculum design, course and syllabi development and of appropriate and effective teaching materials and methods.
Classroom and laboratory teaching effectiveness.
Research methodology and in evaluation of academic program effectiveness.
Leading and directing human resources in a higher education environment.
Management of operating budgets and plans.
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams).

Nice To Haves

Five (5) or more years of professional automotive service or technical leadership experience, including dealership, fleet, or OEM training center work.
Proven ability to develop, maintain, and grow OEM automotive manufacturer partnerships, including:
Negotiating training access and equipment donations.
Overseeing student sponsorship placement and retention.
Maintaining alignment with OEM skill‑standards and certification pathways.
Experience managing grant‑funded programs (e.g., Perkins, workforce development grants).

Responsibilities

Program and curriculum design and development.
Faculty selection and professional development.
Instructional quality.
Budget and fiscal management.
Administration and resource management.
Program evaluation and assessment.
Community relations.
Student relations.
Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
Service on assigned committees and task forces
Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings which may occur during evenings and weekends.