Dean, GEPS Internal posting ONLY

Pierpont Community & Technical College•Whitehall, WV

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of Provost/Vice President, Academic Affairs, plans, organizes, administers, develops and evaluates the programs, projects and activities of assigned instructional areas/departments. Provide leadership for faculty and staff in program development and offering quality educational services for Pierpont students and supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel.

Requirements

Knowledge of higher education in community colleges, including the mission of the Community Colleges.
Knowledge of adult learning theory and learning styles
Knowledge of evaluation methods
Knowledge of enrollment management
Knowledge of curriculum development
Ability to prepare budget and control same
Possess excellent interpersonal skills, and using tact, patience, and courtesy
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of the use and operation of information technology systems
Ability to plan, organize, develop and evaluate the programs, activities and curriculum of program areas
Ability to present a positive image of the College in the community
Ability to identify resources and develop grants
Ability to develop strategies to address academic rigor
Master’s degree from an accredited college or university
At least three years of administrative experience, formal training, internship, or leadership in a related area
Four years of postsecondary teaching experience

Nice To Haves

Experience writing and administering grants, developing and implementing articulation agreements, and developing and implementing co-curricular activities is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership for program development and review; work directly with faculty to plan for curriculum development, additions, modifications, and deletions; set priorities for resource needs; provide program analysis and multi-year instructional plans and participate in strategic and long-range instructional planning for the College.
Promote, communicate and facilitate partnerships with leaders in the private and public sectors, regulatory agencies and in educational agencies to determine needs for new courses, services and/or programs.
Plan, organize, develop, review and evaluate the programs, activities and/or curriculum of assigned programs and/or services that meet accreditation/industry standards.
Determine and fulfill needs in relevant fields for other college sites and centers regarding instructional programs and services; provide for proper staffing of classes; administer and evaluate courses and assigned instructional staff.
Collaborate with others regarding ideas for program improvement.
Manage enrollment and its relationship to resource allocation, scheduling, and productivity in meeting student needs.
Develop the area budget and manage financial resources consistent with Pierpont policy and sound financial management principles.
Work cooperatively with other administrators and staff to coordinate programs and services to meet student needs; resolve conflicts and issues within the area and among departments.
Evaluate faculty, managers and classified staff in their areas of Academic Affairs accordance with proper management practices.
Promote and deliver programs and services that enhance student success.
Develop a student-centered course schedule, ensuring appropriate availability and sequencing of courses.
Actively participate in College committees and activities, including Planning Councils, Advisory Boards, other College committees, and participate in College-related community activities and events.
Actively participate in student recruitment and retention activities, admissions, advising, and registration activities.
Actively pursue articulation agreements with other higher education partners.
Perform other relevant duties as assigned by the Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs