<p>Position Summary</p> <p>JOB SUMMARY: The Dean is responsible for administration of the academic instructional programs on all campuses and sites. In addition, the Dean supervises Library Services, the Alabama Language Institute, online instruction, and the International Program. The Dean develops and administers the academic instructional budget, provides innovative and strategic visionary leadership, supervises divisions chairs/direct reports, provides administrative oversight of personnel management/evaluation, and is actively engaged in the communities served by the College.</p> <p>Essential Duties and Responsibilities</p> <p>DUTIES:</p> <p>Leadership/Administrative</p> <ul> <li>Provide executive oversight and innovative leadership of all academic instructional programs and services; program development and revision; library services; online instruction; international programs; and the Alabama Language Institute </li><li>Ensure appropriate and timely evaluation of academic instructional programs and personnel </li><li>Oversee development and implementation of strategic planning for all academic programs/services </li><li>Establish priorities and plans for program development. </li><li>Ensure compliance with institutional accreditation standards and regulations as well as specialty accreditation for those programs eligible for new or continuing accreditation </li><li>Oversees SACSCOC compliance and specialty accreditation compliance for all programs/services in assigned division/department </li><li>Build trusting relationships by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in stressful, contentious situations </li><li>Ensure that all divisions/departments offer a flexible, student friendly schedule of course offerings, is responsive to student needs, provide excellence in academic delivery of all program components, and fully integrate technology into the instructional environment </li><li>Represent academic instructional programs/services in College governance, in Postsecondary committees, and in other venues as appropriate </li><li>Serve as liaison with secondary schools and four-year universities to create articulation agreements, coordinate course offerings, and facilitate the transfer of students </li><li>Promote academic integrity and teaching/learning environments that are student centered and conducive to learning </li><li>Coordinate class schedules and the development of the course catalog and instructional calendar </li><li>Ensure compliance with ACCS, the College, ACHE, and other regulatory policies </li></ul> <p>Faculty</p> <ul> <li>Promote and support faculty growth and excellence in instructional delivery through comprehensive professional development </li><li>Lead and manage faculty and staff in institutional effectiveness activities </li><li>Validate the need for current programs, and development and implementation of new programs </li><li>Recruit, select and retain exceptional personnel </li><li>Ensure appropriate courses and workloads for academic faculty and staff </li></ul> <p>Students</p> <ul> <li>Work closely with other divisions in the College to coordinate student recruitment and retention </li><li>Support and promote the College's enrollment efforts </li></ul> <p>Budget</p> <ul> <li>Manage activities and resources of the College to assure cost effectiveness and return on investment </li><li>Manage all budgets within the academic division </li></ul> <p>Note: The intent of this description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of positions given this title and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of any position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties through their hiring departments. Specific job-related duties assigned by hiring departments shall be consistent with the representative essential functions listed above and shall not be construed as expanding a particular position's role, scope, FLSA status, or grade.</p> <p>Qualifications</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <ul> <li>Earned master's degree from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution required </li><li>Strong academic background in educational leadership or a closely related field required </li><li>A minimum of three (3) years supervisory or management experience in education required </li><li>A minimum of five (5) years of teaching experience required </li><li>Earned doctorate from an approved U.S. Department of Education accredited institution preferred </li></ul> <p>DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:</p> <ul> <li>Ability to work well with diverse populations </li><li>Documented evidence of active engagement in college and community activities </li><li>Documented evidence of development and implementation of innovative delivery systems and enhanced teaching through advanced information technology </li><li>Possesses a thorough knowledge and background in non-traditional delivery methods of instruction. </li><li>Highly effective communication and problem-solving skills </li><li>Adept in conflict resolution, team building, and promotion of strong, collaborative interpersonal relationships </li></ul> <p>Application Procedures/Additional Information</p> <p>PROJECTED STARTING DATE:</p> <p>October 2025</p> <p>SALARY:Salary Schedule B- ($100,936-$143,669). Salary will be based on VERIFIED education and years of VERIFIED related experience that is stated on the initial job application only.</p> <p>APPLICATION DEADLINE:</p> <p>August 22, 2025- 4:00 P.M.</p> <p>APPLICATION PROCEDURE:</p> <p>Only complete application packages will be given consideration for employment.Complete package consists of (a) Gadsden State Community College application, (b) letter of interest, (c)current resume; and(d)copies of transcripts of post-secondary education.</p> <p>Application materials must provide documentation that the applicant meets all minimum qualifications.</p> <p>APPLICATIONS MUST BE FILED ONLINE AT: https://www.gadsdenstate.edu/about-us/employment.cms</p> <p>IF AT ANY POINT YOU HAVE PROBLEMS COMPLETING YOUR APPLICATION, CONTACT THE HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT GADSDEN STATE (jobs@gadsdenstate.edu).</p> <p>Salary Calculation:For all positions on all Salary Schedules, the salary amount for the selected applicant is determined by step placement on the applicable schedule. Step placement is dependent upon the following: (a) all work experience in public education in Alabama and (b) all other work experience outside of public education in Alabama that, in the sole judgment of the College, directly relates to the requirements of the position. The applicant selected for the position must provide written verification(s) of this work experience within the time provided herein if such experience is to be considered in determining their initial step place on the Salary Schedule.</p> <p>Format for Work Experience Verifications: Work experience verifications should be in the form of verification letters from employers and must include complete employment dates, job title(s), job duties, and an indication whether such employment was full-time or part-time, and if part-time, the average number of hours worked each week. The letters should be on official letterhead and contain an authorized personnel signature. The College's official employment verification form is also acceptable and is available upon request. If an employment verification cannot be obtained due to a legitimate reason, for purposes of meeting minimum requirements an applicant may submit copies of other trustworthy documentation such as appointment letters, contracts, pay stubs, or W-2 forms documenting the term of employment. However, such documentation is generally insufficient for salary calculation purposes if job duties and dates of employment are not self-evident in the documentation.</p> <p>Please Note:• ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE ELECTRONIC- It is recommended that you have digital (such as pdf) copies of your cover letter, resume, employment verification documents (if applicable), ALL required transcripts, and any other document identified in the vacancy announcement ready when you begin the on-line application process. You will be given the opportunity to upload these during the process.</p> <ul> <li>When you finish the steps to apply, you will receive an on-screen notice that you have successfully applied. HOWEVER, this notice does not mean your application materials are complete in accordance with the vacancy announcement. </li></ul> <p>All correspondence with applicants regarding the College's search process will be sent via e-mail. If you need technical assistance, such as resetting your password or browser access issues after reviewing the instructions, please contact:</p> <p>NEOGOV Customer Service:</p> <p>Monday-Friday</p> <p>8:00 am - 5:00 pm PST</p> <p>(855) 524-5627</p> <p>Applicants must adhere to the College's prescribed interview schedule and must travel at their own expense.Application materials are considered privileged and confidential and will be used for employment purposes only.</p> <p>Gadsden State Community College is an equal opportunity employer. It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including postsecondary institutions under the control of the Board of Trustees, that no person in Alabama shall, on the grounds of race, color, disability, sex, religion, creed, national origin, age, or other classification protected by Federal or State law, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity or employment. Gadsden State will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees. More than one position in the same job classification may be filled from the applicants for this position should another vacancy occur during the search process. The College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background investigation. This employer participates in E-Verify</p>