What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean of Arts & Sciences position at Spartanburg Community College, SC?
Salary : $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Annually
Location : Spartanburg County, SC
Job Type : FTE - Full-Time
Job Number : 112618
Agency : Spartanburg Community College
Opening Date : 12 / 05 / 2024
Class Code : : UE04
Position Number : : 112618
Normal Work Schedule : : Other
Normal Work Schedule (Other) : : Monday- Thursday 8AM-5PMFriday 8AM-1 : 30PM
Pay Band : Unclassified
Hiring Range - Min. : $90,000.00
Hiring Range - Max. : $100,000.00
Opening Date : 12 / 05 / 2024
EEO Statement : Equal Opportunity Employer
Agency Specific Application Procedures : : The application must be completed to include unofficial transcript(s), all current and previous work history, salaries, and education. A resume may be attached, but not substituted for completing work history and education sections of the application.
Veteran Preference Statement : South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
Job Responsibilities
Supervises and evaluates department chairs and staff in academic departments within the Arts & Science Division. Manages the department chairs, program / academic directors, and divisional faculty. Coordinates the development of academic schedules for the division that meet the needs of students. Administers a culture that creates cooperation, trust, and teamwork.
Leadership : Lead the Arts & Sciences Division in retention, completion, and continuous quality improvement activities. Ensure that all courses and programs are assessed appropriately and that changes to the curriculum are based on assessment data. Ensure broad faculty participation in the assessment process. Ensure that the division is compliant with all relevant local, state, federal, and SACSCOC requirements. Ensure that programs are compliant with program-specific accreditation requirements as applicable.
Curriculum : Monitor programs and enrollment trends to ensure effective use of labor and other allocated resources; conduct periodic reviews of existing programs; make recommendations for new programs and / or changes in existing programs.
Personnel : Make recommendations for hiring permanent faculty and staff; recommend appropriate compensation and salary changes; manage the evaluation system for the division; ensure timely hiring and evaluation of part-time faculty; evaluate all employees in compliance with EPMS / FPMS procedures and timelines. Supervise direct reports to ensure successful completion of SCC goals and initiatives. Monitor changes within the Arts and Sciences division and recommend training, in-service, and other related educational activities to maintain professional growth for faculty and staff.
Course Scheduling : Develop and submit the division's semester course schedules according to published timelines. Offer courses to promote student progression.
Advising / Registration : Oversee student advising and registration activities within the divisions. Address and resolve student complaints and grievances as applicable.
Budget : Manage divisional resources to include budget preparation, approval of operational and personnel expenditures, and equipment purchases consistent with divisional priorities; ensure efficient usage of resources and equipment.
College and / or Community Service : Actively participate in institutional and divisional committees, advisory boards, and community service activities.
Minimum and Additional Requirements
Master's degree in a related discipline plus six (6) years of progressively responsible related work experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate degree and experience in a community / technical college.
Additional Comments
Spartanburg Community College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer for all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, - including the basis of pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, national origin, age, religion, or disability.
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.
Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.
Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.
Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.
Note : The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
