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Position Title	Assistant Dean, Liberal Studies
Requisition Number	SCA00726
General Description	The Assistant Dean, Liberal Studies provides support and assistance to the Dean to ensure academic quality and to further Divisional curricular and programmatic goals and initiatives, serving faculty and students to ensure success and significant learning outcomes. The Assistant Dean assists in the planning and management of the Division to ensure its effective and efficient operation and works with Department Heads on curricular, assessment, administrative and student related initiatives. The Assistant Dean serves as a liaison to a variety of College divisions and offices including but not limited to: ITS, Strategic Communications, Academic and Student Success, Student Development, Educational Support Services, and College Scheduler. The Assistant Dean provides oversight and supervision to direct reports. #ID23
College Intro	Success starts at Community College of Philadelphia. Innovators and difference makers work at Community College of Philadelphia. Diversity thrives at Community College of Philadelphia. We are a college that is committed to promoting a work environment that attracts and retains talented and diverse faculty and staff. We challenge each other and ourselves to achieve at the highest level while contributing to the mission of the College and the betterment of Philadelphia. We value and support an intellectually dynamic community to prepare our students for global citizenship. Join us and become a part of a community that has long been and will continue to be generators of generational chance in this city and beyond. Community College of Philadelphia is an open-admission, predominantly Black institution and a minority-serving institution, associate-degree-granting institution which provides access to higher education for all who may benefit. As a minority-serving institution, the College aims to improve student success and eliminate racial equity gaps. Its programs of study in the liberal arts and sciences, career technologies, and basic academic skills provide a coherent foundation for college transfer, employment and lifelong learning. The College serves Philadelphia by preparing its students to be informed and concerned citizens, active participants in the cultural life of the city, and enabled to meet the changing needs of business, industry and the professions. To help address broad economic, cultural and political concerns in the city and beyond, the College draws together students from a wide range of ages and backgrounds and seeks to provide the programs and support they need to achieve their goals.
Specific Responsibilities	Assist in the development and implementation of new initiatives to further mission and goals of the Division to ensure success and significant learning outcomes. Support the Dean with advancing DEI initiatives, as assigned Work with the department heads within the Liberal Studies division to support the process of assessment of student learning outcomes at the course and program level. Monitor release and extended time proposals and reports for curriculum development work. Assist with data collection and preparation of annual and statistical reports for the Division. Provide direction and guidance to direct reports. Oversee the College catalog revision/update process for the Division. Work with College Master Scheduler to ensure up to date and accurate catalog listings. Serve as liaison with ITS regarding Banner and system related issues. Oversee advisory committee and maintain records. Manage speaker agreements and other contracts for the Division. Collaborate with other Departments in the development and maintenance of articulation agreements with four-year institutions; work with department heads and faculty to assess status of current agreements and to explore potential new agreements. Serve as the Divisional representative for the Transfer Team. Coordinate ads and Divisional material for publication in internal and external sources in collaboration with the Office of Marketing and Communications. Lead division-wide committees and represent the Division on college-wide committees, as directed. Coordinate and monitor Chapter 335 compliance to ensure quality course documentation and evaluation. Oversee the annual divisional reporting process and ensure compliance with all deadlines. Manage the Excused Withdrawal Process, which includes: evaluating the student request for validity, thoroughness and timeliness, and following up with student if additional information is needed; reviewing concerns with faculty/staff as needed and maintaining a good working relationship with the Office of Student Records and Registration staff. Manage Divisional student complaints. Assist the Dean with special projects, as assigned. Deliver quality customer service to both internal and external constituents in a professional, helpful, and courteous manner. Represent the Division on college wide committees, as directed. Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications	Master’s degree in a Liberal Arts discipline or related discipline required; any and all degree(s) must be from a regionally accredited institution of higher learning. Three (3) years college/university level experience working with faculty in the development, design and assessment of curriculum required. Excellent organizational and leadership skills required. Documented success in data-driven decision-making and problem solving required. Demonstrated ability to work productively and collaboratively with others required; coordination or management experience preferred. Must be detail-oriented, able to work independently, a self-starter, flexible, and organized. Excellent interpersonal, writing, editing, verbal and other related communication skills required. Demonstrated computer proficiency utilizing enterprise-wide software; Banner preferred. MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and internet research skills required. Ability to maintain sensitivity, understanding and respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying social, economic, cultural, ideological, and ethnic backgrounds required.
Preferred Qualifications	Previous work experience in an urban community college environment preferred.
Work Location	Main Campus
Benefits Summary	“Success Starts Here” is our message to the Philadelphia community – and 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. Our benefits include: 100% College-paid medical, dental and prescription drug for employees and all of their eligible family members College-paid life and disability insurance College closes for Winter Break the week between Christmas and New Years and for a week in March for Spring Break College operates on a 4-day work week during the summer months (off on Fridays) Most employees work from home one day each week Tuition remission (for classes at the College) Forgivable tuition loan (for classes at any accredited academic institution) 403(b) retirement plan with 10% College contribution Health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts Paid vacation plus holiday and personal time off
Salary Grade or Rank	5
Min Salary/Hourly Rate	72,073.00
Max Salary/Hourly Rate	118,920.00
Job Posting Open Date	01/03/2024
Job Posting Close Date
Type of Position	Administrator
Job Category
Employment Status	Full-Time
Special Instructions to Applicants	Interested candidates should complete an online application. Cover Letter of interest and resume required. Name and contact information of 3 references required. Employment offers are contingent upon successful completion of background checks in accordance with PA Child Protective Services Law. Must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. Community College of Philadelphia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or disabled veteran or any other status protected by law, in matters pertaining to employment.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about Community College of Philadelphia?
   • CareerBuilder.com
   • Higheredjobs.com
   • LinkedIn
   • The Chronicle
   • Veterans Job Fair
   • Professional & Technology Diversity Career Fair
   • AL DIA - Diversity Career Fair
   • Community College of Philadelphia Website
   • Indeed.com
   • Other
2. * If your answer to the above question is Other, please note the source below. If this question does not apply to you, enter N/A.

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3. * What is the highest level of education you have completed?
   • No Response
   • High School/GED
   • Associates Degree
   • Bachelor's Degree
   • Master's Degree
   • Doctorate
   • Other
4. * Do you have three (3) years of college/university level experience working with faculty in the development, design and assessment of curriculum?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Do you have Banner experience?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have experience in an urban community college environment?
   • Yes
   • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

1. References

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