Function of Position:
Reporting to the Provost/Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs (ASA), the Dean has general responsibility for the quality of the courses, programs, activities, faculty, staff, and resources of the departments within the Schools of Arts & Humanities, Business & Entrepreneurial Studies, and Social Sciences & Global Studies; these include the Departments of Anthropology, History, Political Science & Sociology; Business Administration; English-Philosophy; Psychology; Visual & Performing Arts; and World Languages & Cultures. The Dean is also responsible for the Liberal Arts Degree Programs and the Institute for the Humanities and serves as a leader to affirm liberal arts education as the foundation of professional preparation, articulating the value of these disciplines to constituents within and beyond the College.
As the leader of these units, the Dean models and promotes collegiality and addresses departmental concerns, interests, and objectives in the context of the needs of the College, students, and community. The Dean works closely with department chairpersons and other key faculty and staff stakeholders and serves as the primary liaison between faculty activities and administrative functions in an environment that values teamwork and innovative practices. The Dean promotes a focus on student learning, retention, and success within the academic departments and programs.
As a member of the Academic and Student Affairs Leadership Council (ASALC) at MCC, the Dean supports the College's overall mission, strategic plan, and goals. The Dean is an enthusiastic and informed ambassador for initiatives central to the College's commitment to excellence and innovation and embodies the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in supporting and a diverse body of students, faculty, and staff. The Dean works to sustain and enhance MCC's regional and national reputation as a leader among best practices colleges.
Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:
Leadership & Collaboration
Provides collaborative, team-based leadership by addressing departmental, school, unit, and institutional concerns through regular meetings with faculty, staff, chairpersons, ASALC members, the Provost/Vice President ASA, and other College stakeholders within and across divisions.Leads or supports College-wide projects and grants, as requested.Performs other duties as assigned by the Provost/Vice President, ASA.Oversees the division's recruitment and hiring and provides guidance on orientation and development of staff and faculty, consistent with College policies and procedures.Guides chairs in their development of annual departmental goals.Assists departments with managing personnel issues and challenges involving faculty and staff, including facilitation, conflict resolution, and interpretation of College policy.Oversees unit's faculty retention, tenure, promotion, and post-tenure review processes.Ensures all personnel actions comply with collective bargaining agreements, collaborating with union representatives and Human Resources to address concerns while honoring contractual obligations and maintaining a positive working environment.Academic Program & Curriculum Oversight
Provides leadership and oversight for departmental plans relating to academic programs, curriculum, master schedule, and learning environments to ensure institutional effectiveness and efficiencies that maximize resources, balance competing demands, respond to students' needs, and meet all state, State University of New York system, and accreditation requirements and compliance frameworks.Guides/leads faculty and staff in assessing courses, programs, and pedagogies using a data-informed approach to improve student learning.
Enrollment & Student Success
Collaborates with Academic and Student Affairs offices to develop and implement strategies that attract prospective students and enhance access to programs, ensuring alignment with institutional enrollment goals.Partners with faculty, advising, transfer & career services, and academic support departments to improve student outcomes and experiences.Leads initiatives to promote equitable student success outcomes, addressing the needs of diverse and underrepresented populations.Utilizes program review and other data to assess student success trends, identifies barriers to student success, and promote evidence-based interventions.Collaborates with community and industry partners to support post-completion success, including transfer and career pathways.Resource Management & Budget Oversight
Develops and implements strategies for resource management and the optimal use of personnel, facilities, and technology to support student success and operational efficiency.Monitors and evaluates resource utilization across departments to ensure alignment with institutional priorities and strategic goals.Provides leadership in the preparation, management, and oversight of departmental budgets, ensuring compliance with institutional policies and fiscal responsibility by analyzing and advocating for the division's resource needs and allocations.Coordinates, reviews, and approves departments' strategic planning goals and budgets within the context of the College's mission and vision.Student Support and Advocacy
Supports initiatives to connect students facing barriers to success with appropriate campus resources and support services.Collaborates with faculty and staff to address concerns about student behavior, fostering a supportive environment while ensuring processes and practices align with College policies and promote student growth.Promotes a student-centered approach to problem resolution, emphasizing equity, respect, and a commitment to student success.Collaborates with department chairs and student affairs to work through academic grievance and complaint processes.
MCC Expectations:
Adheres to the College Code of Conduct.Contributes to, supports, and maintains an equitable, inclusive, and collaborative College environment.Maintains technological competencies utilized by the College.Commits to the philosophy of a comprehensive community college.Commits to professional growth. which includes seeking ongoing training in diversity, equity and inclusion to better serve students.
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
Earned master's degree from a regionally accredited institution in a field related to an academic area under the supervision of the DeanFive years' work experience in higher education, including at least three in an academic administrative or other leadership positionExperience as an effective college teacherUnderstanding and appreciation of current major issues and trends in post-secondary educationDemonstrated experience with operations and project managementEvidence of effective interpersonal communication, critical thinking, problem solving, team building, public speaking, and mediation skillsDemonstrated leadership capabilities and commitment to continued professional growthMastery of the basic skills required in curriculum development and evaluationCommitment to supporting an inclusive campus environment and respect for/understanding of people with diverse backgrounds, abilities, and needsEvidence of commitment to the philosophy of a comprehensive community collegePreferred Qualifications:
Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited institutionAt least five years' experience as an effective college teacherExperience with the accreditation process and with the standards-driven accredited programs within the divisionSuccessful involvement in grant writing, administration, and/or implementation Bilingual and able to read, write, and speak Spanish, or other languages, proficiently
Additional Information:
Salary: Salary is determined based on experience, internal equity and college budget. This position has a range of $98,710 to $109,057 and is based on these mentioned factors.
MCC offers a Flexible Work Policy for benefit eligible employees. Types of flexible work arrangements include flextime/staggered shifts, remote work/telecommuting and compressed work schedule. The availability of flexible work arrangements varies by division, department, and position, based upon business and operational needs. Limitations to flexible work arrangements are outlined in the official policy.
Prohibition of Remote Work Outside New York State: Remote work locations outside New York State are not authorized by the College due to out-of-state tax and regulatory implications. In limited circumstances, prompted by business or operational needs, the College may approve requests to work remotely outside of New York State, on a short term, temporary basis.
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Application Instructions:
Interested applicants must apply online and create an account by clicking on the APPLY NOW tab below. Returning applicants may login to their Monroe Community College Careers Account to apply for this position. See the FAQ for guidance on using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website.
Applicants MUST submit the following documents* to be considered for this position:
1. Resume/CV
2. Cover Letter
*Official transcripts will be required upon employment. Applicants with foreign degrees must submit a completed credential evaluation comparing their foreign academic accomplishments to standards in the U.S.
Please note: As part of the application process all applicants will be asked to provide the contact information for 3 professional references. References will only be contacted after interviews have occurred and only for applicants who are considered as finalists for the opportunity they applied to.
Category: Administration
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Department: Academic and Student Affairs
Locations: Rochester, NY
Posted: Feb 3, 2025
Closes: Mar 3, 2025 - 11:59 PM EST
Type: Full Time
Position ID: 185239