Dean, School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Applied Science

Serves as principal academic and administrative leader of the designated School working to achieve the College’s mission and strategic plan initiatives. The Dean has the responsibility for planning, budgeting, scheduling, staffing, curriculum, instruction, program and instructional quality, student academic success and other academic matters. This position actively represents and promotes the School and the College to students, business and industry, parents, professional organizations, secondary and post-secondary articulation partners, and other relevant constituencies. The Dean may deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives as needed. Proactively and in collaboration with Workforce and Career Link, identifies opportunities and challenges for the School particularly in the context of linkages to economic sectors, current and future workforce needs and instructional resources, and the College’s Strategic Plan. This position performs all of the essential functions as identified below.

PROGRAMS: Advanced Automation and Robotics Technology, Automotive Technology, Design Technology, HVAC, Industrial Technology and Welding.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

LEADERSHIP

Work with the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Sector Vice President to support the College’s mission, strategic planning and College development initiatives. Proactively link with business and industry regarding current and future College curricula within the division. Work with Vice Chancellor, Sector Vice President, individual program and department chairs, and other faculty to plan for curriculum development, modifications and deletions; set priorities for resource needs and provide program analysis. Recommend instructional and general policies, conduct meetings to facilitate planning and collegial decision-making and to keep staff informed about issues and projects for the overall College instructional program. Maintain current knowledge of trends and innovations in post-secondary education. Participate in scholarly activities related to the discipline/focus. Provide leadership for program improvement, development, and review and recommend changes to maintain relevance of academic programs and to meet student, business and industry, workforce and community needs. Promote excellence in learning centered teaching and promote faculty engagement in scholarly activities. Link the College’s Strategic Plan with School strategies, objectives and initiatives. Ensure School’s compliance with applicable policies, accreditation standards and legal and safety requirements.

INSTRUCTION

Deliver assigned classes in accordance with College loading policy and course objectives. Develop and maintain course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and other course materials. Maintain student records, attendance, grades, and other documentation as required. Maintain a safe, quality classroom/ lab, including equipment, supplies, inventory and maintenance

ENROLLMENT MANAGEMENT

Coordinate with Student Services and Marketing and Communications activities for student recruitment, advising, registration, retention, graduation and other promotional activities. Develop secondary and post-secondary linkages, including the facilitation of high school-based dual credit and dual enrollment initiatives. Facilitate the development of course schedules conducive to student enrollment. Participate in career services and alumni activities.

RESOURCE MANAGEMENT

Develop and manage the School budget consistent with college policy and sound financial management principles. Facilitate data-driven analysis of information regarding curriculum related matters. Facilitate program review process in timely manner. Identify and prioritize School needs, secure available funding, and strategically allocate and reallocate resources. Confer with faculty regarding ideas for program improvement to find resources for development through grants, College development initiatives, and special projects. Work with the Campus Foundation Office to identify and secure specific fundraising opportunities that support the priorities and needs of the School.

STAFFING

Interview and participate in selecting employees; orient, train, supervise, develop, evaluate, mentor, counsel, and terminate personnel according to established policies and procedures. Facilitate assignment of faculty to classes, monitor schedules and workload for accuracy throughout the semester.

ADVISING AND STUDENT SUCCESS

Work with faculty and staff to assess students and continuously monitor their progress for success. Ensure compliance with College policy to resolve student issues and assist faculty and staff to refer issues (student behavior, grade changes, etc.) to appropriate departments. Provide student advisi