Provides sound operational oversight and strong academic leadership for designated programs and disciplines in her/his assigned career pathway.
While based at one of the college's campuses, a Pathway Dean ensures appropriate consistency, currency, and excellence across all locations where assigned programs and disciplines are offered, to include delivery modality.
Serves as a member of the college-wide Academic Affairs Council; and works collaboratively with other members of the college community to advance the college in accord with its vision, mission, core values, and strategic goals.
Functional Responsibilities:
Curriculum
Academic Standards and Assessment
Faculty And Staff Hiring, Supervision, and Development
Student Academic Support
Operational Oversight
Budget Development and Oversight
Community Relationships and Partnerships
KSA's/Required Qualifications
Demonstrated knowledge of community college curricula, instructional practices, and learning outcomes in programs assigned to the Career Pathway.
Demonstrated ability to develop courses and curricula in response to identified needs.
Demonstrated ability to coordinate the development and scheduling of programs and courses based on a review of advisory committee input, college planning data, workforce development goals, and community and student demand.
Ability to coordinate instructional and service programs with other college departments, to be responsive to the needs of a diverse student population.
Proven ability to work as a team leader, appropriately exhibiting a positive attitude and sense of humor.
Ability to supervise and evaluate assigned staff while building a highly effective working team.
Excellent skills in oral and written communication.
Ability to interpret and apply college policies and procedures; ability to resolve issues, resulting in mutual respect and tolerance for varying points of view.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize administrative and instructional applications of information technology.
Demonstrated skill in managing budget, equipment, and other institutional resources.
Master's degree required, preferably in a field related to one of the programs and disciplines in the assigned Career Pathway, from a regionally accredited college or university.
Familiarity with regional accreditation standards as well as any applicable specialized accreditation, certification, and licensure requirements, with particular attention to their implications for identifying and assessing student learning outcomes.
