Associate Dean, Liberal Arts and Social Sciences

Heartland Community College•Normal, IL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

We seek applicants for a full-time, 12-month position in the Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (LASS) division. This role supports the Dean in leading the development, oversight, and operational success of division courses and programs. Key responsibilities include collaborating with faculty on curriculum and assessment, hiring and evaluating instructors, managing course schedules, and promoting division programs. The position also advances division-wide initiatives to boost student success and advance the College’s mission and strategic goals.

Requirements

Master’s degree in a discipline within Liberal Arts and Social Sciences division or a related field
Successful teaching experience
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, ability to work independently and to function professionally under pressure
Ability to foster professional relationships to advance strategic goals of the division and work inclusively with diverse groups of students, employees, external leaders, and other community members
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience in a community college setting
Administrative experience in higher education or related area, which may include performance evaluation, scheduling, and staffing
Experience with curriculum development and program review
Record of effective leadership

Responsibilities

Serve as the curriculum and instructional leader for assigned area of the division, and assist faculty in the development and review of curricula and instructional methods
Support program reviews, general education outcome measurements, college-wide assessment initiatives, and other programming improvement efforts
Communicate regularly with the faculty regarding instructional matters
Promote effective integration and use of technology in teaching and learning
Collaborate with the Dean to recruit, hire, schedule, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty
Participate in classroom instruction and professional development opportunities to maintain best practices in teaching and leadership
Collaborate with faculty and staff to develop and execute initiatives and strategies to improve student recruitment, persistence, and success
Assist the Dean in addressing student complaints
Represent LASS programs to schools, the community, and local business and industry leaders
Help plan and lead advisory team meetings
Oversee budget development, approvals, and expenditures for assigned areas
Complete reports, requests, and records for state and national agencies