Dean of Academic Affairs
 Maricopa Community College district | |
long term disability, tuition reimbursement
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 United States, Arizona, Avondale | |
 Mar 01, 2025 | |
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Dean of Academic Affairs Job ID: 321069 Location: Estrella Mountain Comm College Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular Salary Range $108,521.00 - $141,077.00/annually, DOE Grade 125 Work Schedule Schedule is based on the operational needs of the department and EMCC. To best serve the students, department, and college, this position requires physical presence on campus. Work Calendar 12 Months Maricopa Summary Are you looking for a place to work where you can make a real difference in the lives of over 200,000 college students every year? Would you like to be part of an organization that adds $7.2 billion dollars to the economy and supports nearly 100,000 jobs in the fastest growing county in the United States? Whether you're teaching, working, or learning Make It Happen At Maricopa County Community Colleges! About Us What's Currently Happening at Maricopa
Campus Statement Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) has been making high-quality, affordable education accessible in The West Valley since 1992. As a member of the Maricopa Community Colleges (MCCCD), one of the largest and oldest community college districts in the United States, EMCC has driven personal and professional growth to help students achieve their goals. EMCC strives to be an educational and cultural center where students can cultivate their potential. We focus on student-centered, inclusive learning experiences that foster lifelong learning. We strive to empower students to maximize their talents, improve their life, and transform their communities. A few points of pride for EMCC's Academic Affairs division include our innovative and academically rigorous programs that prepare students seeking transfer pathways or entry into the workforce. With a variety of certificate and degree programs, we offer a comprehensive learning experience for students. Offerings include our nationally recognized Information Technology programs such as Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity, a robust Culinary Arts program, multiple STEM pathways and STEM Center of Excellence, and Theater and Performing Arts Center to name a few. Additionally, highly qualified faculty and knowledgeable staff provide a well-rounded experience for students and ensure that they have access to the learning resources they need to be successful. Our Academic Success Center/Computer Commons, Writing Center along with Honors and PTK programs, provide students with additional opportunities to advance their learning and highlight their academic excellence. Benefits The Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) is committed to providing you with a competitive, comprehensive benefits program that provides the care you and your family need to lead healthy and productive lives. Our benefits are designed to provide support for every life stage and lifestyle in our community. Benefits & Perks Options:
Job Summary Estrella Mountain Community College (EMCC) is hiring two (2) Deans of Academic Affairs. The Deans of Academic Affairs support faculty, staff, and students in the assigned areas. These positions will be responsible for promoting student success in a student-centered environment and serve as members of the college's administrative leadership team. In addition to providing leadership for faculty and staff in assigned areas, the Deans will collaborate with internal and external partners in supporting student success, creating learning experiences, and identifying growth opportunities designed to serve the diverse needs of EMCC's surrounding communities. The assigned areas reporting to each Dean are currently as follows and are subject to change based on EMCC's needs: Position 1 Life Sciences Nursing Arts & Composition Communication & Cultural Studies Modern Languages Information Resources Honors/PTK Position 2 Physical Sciences Math Instructional Computing Occupational Education Behavioral Sciences Counseling Academic Success Center/Computer Commons Essential Functions 30% - Provides leadership within a shared governance model in collaboration with faculty and staff for assigned instructional programs and support areas including budget development and maintenance, student-centered strategic course scheduling, enrollment management, and effective pedagogical strategies. Focuses on improving student success through leadership of academic support services and collaboration with internal college stakeholders. 20% - Collaborates with college leadership, faculty and staff in support of academic strategic planning, program review, institutional and specialized programmatic accreditation, resource allocation, data-informed decision making and developing programs and services that meet the regional economic and workforce needs. Leads and supports college-wide initiatives, events and projects that promote student enrollment, retention, and success. 20% - Represents the college and academic affairs through identifying, developing and fostering relationships and partnerships to further the mission of the college in service to students. Serves on executive councils and committees, community outreach, and district assignments. Actively participates in various advisory councils. 20% - Promotes faculty and staff professional development, assists college leadership with recruiting and retaining faculty and staff, conducts faculty and staff evaluations, and partners with academic leaders. Serves in a supervisory role for faculty and staff as assigned. 10% - Responds to student and employee issues in accordance with all MCCCD policies, state and federal regulations, and addresses student concerns related to instruction. Performs other college and district level duties as assigned, commensurate to the grade level of the position. Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications for Student Affairs and other non-academic pathway: Master's Degree from a regionally accredited institution in education or field related to area of assignment and four (4) years of full-time equivalent progressively responsible management and/or leadership experience in field of assignment that includes two (2) years of supervisory experience. Examples of student affairs academic support management/leadership experience includes: program management, project management, budget development and management related to programs or projects, staff supervision, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance. No degree equivalency. OR Minimum Qualifications for Academic pathway: Master's Degree in a teaching field related to area(s) of assignment and four (4) years of full-time equivalent experience in an academic leadership and/or supervisory role in higher education and three (3) years of teaching that includes curriculum/coursework development. Examples of academic leadership/supervisory experience includes: division/department chair, project management, policy development, administration, evaluation and compliance, committee leadership, program director, and shared governance. No degree equivalency. Desired Qualifications A. Doctoral degree from a regionally accredited post-secondary institution. B. Higher education teaching experience, preferably at the community college level. C. Leadership experience, preferably in a higher education environment D. Experience with strategic planning and data-informed decision-making including program review and evaluation, specialized accreditation, program development, and faculty and staff evaluations. E. Experience identifying, developing, and fostering external opportunities through community partnerships, grants/funding, and program development in support of academic affairs growth and needs. F. Experience collaborating and partnering with faculty and staff and cross-college areas to achieve institutional goals. G. Experience leading and supporting college-wide initiatives, events, and projects that support student enrollment, retention, and success (shared governance, accreditation) Special Working Conditions Positions require a considerable amount of time to be invested in building internal and external relationships including attending community events and meetings. Positions may require extensive travel including conferences and national meetings may also be required to travel or be assigned to all MCCCD locations. Positions may require numerous evening and weekend hours to support the mission of the institution and fulfill the duties of the position. May require prolonged periods of sitting, and viewing a computer screen. May be required to lift or carry 25lbs with or without reasonable accommodation. MCCCD does not sponsor individuals for any type of work visas. May require possession of a valid State of Arizona Class D Driver's License or other state license; employees must meet district minimum standards regarding driving. How to Apply Applicants are required to submit a cover letter and resume showing how the applicant meets the minimum and desired qualifications. All minimum requirements must be met at the time of the application. Additional materials will not be accepted after the job posting has closed. Missing materials or incomplete employment history will not be considered. Please ensure your materials clearly provide the following information.
Posting Close Date Open until filled Estimated first review on March 3, 2025 Must apply by 11:59 P.M. on March 2, 2025, to be considered If unsuccessful in finding a candidate during the initial review a subsequent review date will be determined EEO, Title IX, & Clery Act Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will not discriminate, nor tolerate discrimination in employment or education, against any applicant, employee, or student because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship status (including document abuse), age, disability, veteran status or genetic information. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, states: "No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance." The policy of the MCCCD is to provide an educational, employment, and business environment free of gender discrimination. Incidents of misconduct should be reported to the college Title IX Coordinator, as outlined in policy, contact information is available at this link Title IX Coordinators. The Clery Act is a Federal law requiring United States Colleges and Universities to disclose information about crime on and around their campuses. Crime reporting data for each of the Maricopa Community Colleges, as required under the Clery Act, is available at this link Clery Act. To apply, visit https://jobs.maricopa.edu/psp/MCPAHPRD/EMPLOYEE/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=1000&JobOpeningId=321069&PostingSeq=1 jeid-53a6498e2e9d2140b6b14d4655085c8f | |