TITLE: Associate Dean, Healthcare Professions
SECTION: Academic Affairs/Healthcare Professions
HIRING SALARY: $75,000.00 annually
HOURS: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., Monday – Friday
CONTACT: Human Resources (850) 201-8510 or via email at hr@tcc.fl.edu
MAJOR FUNCTIONS: The Associate Dean of Healthcare Professions is housed within Healthcare Professions division and will report to the Dean. The Associate Dean will provide leadership in the planning, direction, and evaluation of the academic unit in conjunction with the Dean. Responsibilities include the efficient and effective operation of the division via the administration of faculty and staff and the management of student issues and concerns to help ensure student success in each of the division’s classes and/or programs and initiatives. Assist dean in the effective leadership in the operation and advancement of the division and Programs as assigned. Performs assessment of existing programs, and research for new ones, and makes improvement plans where warranted. Tracks and plans effectively for changes in local, state, and federal laws as they affect the division. Ensures quality instruction and consistent practices for off campus sites and centers, including dual credit. Assists with the administration of all assigned programs in accordance with administrative policies and procedures. Research grant opportunities and may serve as lead.. Assesses student achievement and retention, and implements continuous improvement as appropriate.. Coordinates the timely submission of unit plans in keeping with the goals and objectives of the Division. Assesses and tracks student performance on certification exams. Coordinates strategies to prepare students for certification exams. Assesses students’ applications for HCP program entry. Create and facilitate student orientations for HCP programs. Develop and implement student success strategies for HCP students. Provide and implement strategies for recruiting and retaining students.
MINIMUM TRAINING EXPERIENCE: Must possess a master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education. Three (3) years of successful full-time equivalent teaching and/or administrative work experience at the College level. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated experience working with enrollment management practices including assessment of student success, learning outcomes and the development and implementation of appropriate retention strategies.
Note: Candidates should include a Letter of Interest with their application.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of enrollment management practices including assessment of student success, learning outcomes and the development and implementation of appropriate retention strategies. Ability to critically analyze student data and develop short and long-range plans based on the goals of the College. Ability to direct the activities of full and part-time faculty and staff in the academic unit. Personal and educational philosophy compatible with the goals, objectives, and missions of TCC. Demonstrated experience using a personal computer, office software such as MS Office, and electronic mail. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the public. Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding environment. Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment at all times and in all contexts and maintain client confidentiality. Ability to work effectively with all constituencies of the College. Ability to collect, organize, analyze, and present legal and governmental information in a meaningful manner.
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