Dean of School of Dine Studies&Education Academic Affairs Tsaile Campus Duty Schedule: 8-5 Monday through Friday, sometimes weekend hours Summary/Objective of Position: The Dean of the School of Dine Studies and Education is responsible for administering the Dine Studies and Education program, leading faculty members in planning, developing, and implementing instruction, research, services, and outreach activities. The Dean also collaborates with peers in other schools, department heads, and leaders of the college community. The Dean observes and evaluates faculty members while fostering an environment for both student and faculty growth; enhancing relationships with internal and external constituencies, supporting the efforts of Dine College Alumni; fostering participation in management and continuous improvement of programs; implementing academic policies; administering the School budget; and supporting departmental initiatives for program growth and improvement. Serves as a member of the Provost's Council of Deans. Description of Essential Functions of the Position: Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. (50%) Administrative Duties: - Supervises both full-time faculty, adjunct, and staff in accordance with institutional policies and procedures along with other applicable state and federal laws and regulations. Hiring highly qualified effective faculty and staff, and ensuring their accountability for high levels of performance in areas appropriate to their positions, including being responsible for faculty onboarding and new hire orientation. Resolves student complaints in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Academic Standards. Ensures coordination of all components and activities within the School of Dine Studies and Education. Submits reports and assures proper credentialing for faculty to meet curriculum delivery requirements, including the development of the annual faculty staffing plan. (25%) Student Learning and Success: Provide leadership and work in a systemic environment; ensures the education provided meets and exceeds standards set forth by the institution's accrediting agency, Higher Learning Commission, and other accrediting agencies related to specialized programs. Ensures quality post-secondary student learning appropriate to higher education standards. Facilitates excellence in teaching scholarly pursuits and services to the college and the community with special emphasis on student success. Maintains transferability of course credits and/or academic programs, internally and externally. Ensures students matriculate through academic programs within the School of Dine Studies&Education concurrently with the General Education core requirements and plan for academic growth in accordance with the Academic Master Planning. (25%) Strategic Planning: Responsible and accountable for all monetary resources for the School of Dine Studies and Education and seeks additional resources through fundraising, grants, alumni relations, and endowment to ensure program viability and is responsible for conducting Program Reviews on a scheduled basis to make strategic data-informed decisions aligned with institutional and annual fiscal planning. QUALIFICATIONS Education&Experience: Minimum: Master’s Degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the program within the School of Dine Studies and Education with 5 years of demonstrated experience in the roles and responsibilities outlined in the position. Preferred: EdD or PhD Knowledge: Knowledge in administrative and management experience, customer service, and understanding of national trends in undergraduate and graduate programs within Education. Skills: - Skill in internal and external communication - Skill in organization and higher ed structure - Skill in interpersonal relations in working effectively with a wide range of constituencies for the purpose of building relationships - Skill in the use of computer and all related software to academics. Abilities: - Ability to make administrative decisions and exercise good judgment. - Ability to develop, plan, and implement short and long-term goals for the program. - Ability to read, understand, and interpret accreditation criteria and state regulations. - Ability to present effective information to faculty, academic leaders, leadership, and community. Physical Requirements, Work Environment&Travel: Work performed in a typical interior/office environment. Work includes moderate physical activities with long periods of standing during lectures and may require lifting, and includes some traveling with students and/or faculty. Other Requirement(s): Maintain a valid driver's license. Per the higher ed accreditation, additional credentialing/license may be required. J-18808-Ljbffr