Community College of Philadelphia
Dean, Business and Technology
Community College of Philadelphia, Deans, New Jersey, United States,
Position Information
Position Title:
Dean, Business and TechnologyRequisition Number:
SCA00788General Description:
The Dean of Business and Technology, reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Success, provides dynamic, strategic leadership for the division’s academic programs. This includes supporting department heads, faculty, and staff, and overseeing curricula in areas such as Accounting, Automotive Technology, Business, Culinary Arts, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Network Technology Administration, and Web Development. The Dean is responsible for maintaining and enhancing high-quality academic programs, managing daily divisional operations, including budget preparation and oversight, and actively contributing to the College’s strategic planning and decision-making processes. Additionally, the Dean participates in assessment management and collaborates with both academic and administrative areas of the College.Specific Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for academic and student success initiatives within the division, aligning efforts with the College’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.Compile and analyze data relevant to student needs, retention, attrition, student success, persistence and graduation rates, and provide intervention recommendations to senior leadership for improving student outcomes.Track student success and provide input to divisional programs’ activities, services and curriculum in order to ensure relevancy and excellence in meeting student needs.Work with departments to lead the development, coordination and supervision of courses and degree offerings.Ensure that courses, programs and degree offerings are in compliance with academic and accreditation standards.Promote and support faculty in the design and development of new courses/programs of instruction.Partner with Workforce Development to identify and develop curricular programming that meets community needs.Assist department heads with implementing course and program evaluation and improvement plans.Work with the Provost/Vice President for Academic and Student Success in developing the College’s enrollment management plans.Oversee the hiring, development, and performance management of faculty and staff within the division.Create an operational infrastructure for the Division that supports the external focus and efforts of the Dean.Serve as an advocate for the division’s needs and represent the College in local, regional, state, and national organizations.Provide leadership and oversee program accreditation and approvals.Oversee grant development, implementation and administration.Plan, recommend, and implement budgets for assigned areas.Collaborate on College-wide publications and external communications promoting divisional activities.Provide strong customer service and/or student advocacy.Perform special projects and provide fact finding and troubleshooting activities.Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external constituents.Minimum Qualifications
Earned master’s degree in an academic discipline represented within the Division is required; doctoral degree preferred.Seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in higher education or the business/technology field required.A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a management capacity, with demonstrated successful experience in personnel management and budget development required.Teaching experience required in one or more of the academic disciplines represented within the Division, preferably at a community college.Experience in academic assessment work at the course, program, and institutional levels required.Knowledge of nationally recognized reform efforts in the areas of instructional and curricular innovation practices required.Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in working with faculty, staff, students and community groups of diverse backgrounds required.Work Location
Main CampusBenefits Summary
“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insuranceTuition remission (for classes at the college)Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%Flexible spending accountsPaid vacation, holiday and personal timePartial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions
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Position Title:
Dean, Business and TechnologyRequisition Number:
SCA00788General Description:
The Dean of Business and Technology, reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Success, provides dynamic, strategic leadership for the division’s academic programs. This includes supporting department heads, faculty, and staff, and overseeing curricula in areas such as Accounting, Automotive Technology, Business, Culinary Arts, Fashion Merchandising/Marketing, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Network Technology Administration, and Web Development. The Dean is responsible for maintaining and enhancing high-quality academic programs, managing daily divisional operations, including budget preparation and oversight, and actively contributing to the College’s strategic planning and decision-making processes. Additionally, the Dean participates in assessment management and collaborates with both academic and administrative areas of the College.Specific Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction for academic and student success initiatives within the division, aligning efforts with the College’s mission, vision, and strategic goals.Compile and analyze data relevant to student needs, retention, attrition, student success, persistence and graduation rates, and provide intervention recommendations to senior leadership for improving student outcomes.Track student success and provide input to divisional programs’ activities, services and curriculum in order to ensure relevancy and excellence in meeting student needs.Work with departments to lead the development, coordination and supervision of courses and degree offerings.Ensure that courses, programs and degree offerings are in compliance with academic and accreditation standards.Promote and support faculty in the design and development of new courses/programs of instruction.Partner with Workforce Development to identify and develop curricular programming that meets community needs.Assist department heads with implementing course and program evaluation and improvement plans.Work with the Provost/Vice President for Academic and Student Success in developing the College’s enrollment management plans.Oversee the hiring, development, and performance management of faculty and staff within the division.Create an operational infrastructure for the Division that supports the external focus and efforts of the Dean.Serve as an advocate for the division’s needs and represent the College in local, regional, state, and national organizations.Provide leadership and oversee program accreditation and approvals.Oversee grant development, implementation and administration.Plan, recommend, and implement budgets for assigned areas.Collaborate on College-wide publications and external communications promoting divisional activities.Provide strong customer service and/or student advocacy.Perform special projects and provide fact finding and troubleshooting activities.Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external constituents.Minimum Qualifications
Earned master’s degree in an academic discipline represented within the Division is required; doctoral degree preferred.Seven (7) years of progressively responsible relevant experience in higher education or the business/technology field required.A minimum of five (5) years of experience in a management capacity, with demonstrated successful experience in personnel management and budget development required.Teaching experience required in one or more of the academic disciplines represented within the Division, preferably at a community college.Experience in academic assessment work at the course, program, and institutional levels required.Knowledge of nationally recognized reform efforts in the areas of instructional and curricular innovation practices required.Demonstrated knowledge, skills and abilities in working with faculty, staff, students and community groups of diverse backgrounds required.Work Location
Main CampusBenefits Summary
“Success Starts Here” at Community College of Philadelphia. We recognize that our success as a college and the success of our students starts with our employees. Our employees are vital to our success. Our total compensation package includes a comprehensive offer of benefits that are unrivaled by most.Full-time faculty and staff benefits include:College-paid medical, dental, drug, life and disability insuranceTuition remission (for classes at the college)Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution)403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution with employee contribution 5%Flexible spending accountsPaid vacation, holiday and personal timePartial remote work schedule for remote work eligible positions
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