NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC)

Associate Dean for the School of Science and Math

Benton County Campus, Arkansas

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 30 days ago

Public Speaking

About the role

NWACC offers a full range of associate degrees, certificates and workforce training programs that prepare students for rewarding futures and careers.
The Associate Dean will hold a twelve-month position.
The Associate Dean will work with program areas and other units to ensure the delivery of high-quality academic programs and initiatives.

The Associate Dean for the School of Science and Math assists the Dean in the maintenance and enhancement of academic quality, including the development and reporting of initiatives of a school to support licensure and accreditation.
Lead/facilitate the course schedule build for the school; monitoring course offerings, course enrollments and program enrollments; assign instructor workloads
Lead/facilitate development of new academic programs and program revisions
Provide administrative support for the dean by 1) assisting with development/oversight of academic standards, program review and accreditation, and 2) managing the budget and strategic goals of the school
Provide guidance and oversight of academic support services for their school. Refer students to appropriate advising, academic supports and career planning as needed
Recruit, orient, develop, and mentor adjunct faculty including adjunct faculty evaluations; conduct classroom evaluations

Masters degree from accredited institution in a field represented in the School of Science and Math
2 years experience in teaching at a post-secondary institution
The following physical activities described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

2 years community college experience
Doctorate from accredited institution
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
Responsibilities may include but not limited to interviewing, hiring and training employees

Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints
Ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style
Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems
Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables
Ability to carry out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
Continual involvement with strategic and operational management functions which relate to both the short-term and long-term time periods
Activities covered by general organizational philosophy and objectives

NorthWest Arkansas Community College (NWACC) provides quality and affordable higher education to empower lives and strengthen communities within Northwest Arkansas and surrounding areas.
As the largest community college in Arkansas, NWACC is recognized as a leader in education.
NWACC employees are dedicated to fostering a diverse educational community and cultural learning environment that supports student success.
The Associate Dean working with the Dean will be responsible for faculty recruitment, deployment, evaluation, and development initiatives to ensure faculty success and a high-quality student learning experience.

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