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Academic Director Business and Professional Studies
Job Description
Full job description
Compensation: $88,192.00
This role will be required to work on-site at Santa Fe Community College.
Compensation Type:
Salary
Employment Type:
Regular
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Grade:
E06
Department:
Administrative Operations
Position Summary
Lead the development and growth of academic programs in business and professional studies to include business administration, accounting, entrepreneurship, paralegal, criminal justice, and culinary. Establish and coordinate strong industry partnerships and align curriculum to local need. Oversee the implementation of instruction for existing and new certificates and degrees in the fields of business and professional studies at Santa Fe Community College. Play a key role in the growth and development of faculty for onsite, and dual-credit program delivery as well as experiential learning in field placement settings. Must be committed to serving a diverse college community. Actively participates in and contributes to continuous quality improvement.
Duties & Responsibilities
Responsibilities/Duties:
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Establish and maintain Advisory Committees utilizing community and industry representatives in recruiting and other departmental needs as appropriate.
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Collaborates with other departmental colleagues and industry professionals to grow and develop programs that address changing industry needs and professional standards.
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Develop and maintain relationships with industry for development of curriculum and student placement.
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Identify, participate in the hiring process of, and mentor qualified instructors.
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Work with lead faculty and the Office of the Dean to coordinate program activities and develop class schedules.
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Lead program recruitment, advising, and retention activities.
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Participate in various departmental and campus-wide committees.
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Create, update, and provide promotional materials, application and orientation packets and student policies and guides.
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Coordinate with the Marketing and Public Relations Office and participate in communications and promotional activities in support of the education programs both on and off campus.
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Assist in meeting state and college documentation and reporting requirements.
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Maintain current knowledge of state and local requirements related to education programs and accreditation; serve as a technical resource related to education programs; and represent the College within community and secondary school organizations, as needed.
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Provide administrative support to educational programs including scheduling classes, student course substitution requests, syllabi revisions, graduation process, etc.
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Maintain program records and databases; assist with analysis of program and in the development of periodic and annual reports; and maintain internal student records and reports related to current and former students.
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Assist with and participate in special projects, including provision of information sessions and other related events.
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Participate in staff, faculty, and departmental meetings.
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Respond to and initiate emails, phone calls and voice messages.
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Although the above are typical of the duties and responsibilities normally performed, additional duties and responsibilities requiring the same or lesser skills, knowledge and dexterity may be required.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:
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Knowledge in applicable course content.
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Knowledge of current teaching methodologies and practices, such as cooperative learning, service-learning, traditional and alternative assessment.
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Knowledge of diverse learning styles.
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Knowledge of tutorial units and related instructional learning laboratories.
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Knowledge of evaluation methodologies.
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Knowledge of curriculum design and planning.
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Must possess strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Skill in problem solving.
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Skill in time management.
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Skill in computer use.
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Skill in listening and in critical thinking.
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Skill in recordkeeping.
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Ability to communicate information and ideas.
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Ability to speak clearly.
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Ability to work with students with learning differences and disabilities.
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Must have a sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, special needs, and ethnic backgrounds of college students.
Physical Demands and Working Conditions:
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Sitting for extended periods of time.
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Repetitive hand motions and prolonged use of computer.
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May be required to lift up to 20 pounds.
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Work is normally performed in a typical interior/ office work environment
Work Hours:
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Typically, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. May be required to work after-hours and/or weekends.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Master’s degree in a business or professional studies field or related area.
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5 years industry-related experience.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience teaching in a post-secondary or college setting.
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Experience in curriculum development, assessment, online and technology-enriched teaching, and student advising.
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Experience in teacher mentoring and strong record of continuing professional development.
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Experience working in a multicultural setting.
Instructions to Applicants:
Please add the following documents to your application in the "Resume Drop Box" section of your application (check all that apply)
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Resume
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Cover Letter
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Certificates/Licenses
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Unofficial Transcripts
Best Consideration Date: 7/08/2024
Notice of Background Check and Education Verification:
All employment with Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) are contingent upon the candidate having successfully completed a criminal background check. Some positions may require further educational verification to ensure compliance with our accreditation standards.
Additional Comments to Applicants:
Applications are disqualified in the first level of review if they do not meet all Minimum Qualifications listed in this job posting. (Years of experience are calculated based upon numbers of hours worked per week. Example: 2 years of experience working 20 hours per week equals 1 year of experience.) Relevant experience pertains to Minimum Qualifications, Job Summary/Basic Function, and Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities described in this job posting. ASSUMPTIONS ARE NOT MADE at any level of SFCC’s Hiring Process if information presented in the application material does not clearly address the Minimum Qualifications, Job Summary/Basic Function, and Preferred Qualifications/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities. Number of pages of application material will not negatively/positively affect your application, however, LACK OF DETAIL may.
Diversity Statement:
As Santa Fe Community College (SFCC) neighbors ancient Pueblo lands, and is a Sanctuary campus in a Sanctuary city, SFCC is committed to attracting and retaining highly qualified and richly diverse faculty and staff. Our students need a community to teach and support them and that represents their diversity. SFCC strives to make our campus a place of safety, inclusion and equity where all individuals from all diverse backgrounds feel welcomed, nurtured and valued. At the heart of SFCC’s mission – Empower Students, Strengthen Community. Empoderar a los Estudiantes, Fortalecer a la Comunidad – is a commitment and promise that higher education and opportunity should be open to everyone in our community and to fostering a climate where students can be who they want to be. A place where all within our community belong. A place where you are seen, a place where you are valued, a place where you are respected, a place where you are appreciated. Come join our community!
EEO Statement:
As an EEO employer, Santa Fe Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Santa Fe Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.
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