Department Chairperson, Music, Theatre and Dance
All applications must be submitted online at http://www.mdc.edu/jobs/
Job Opening ID: 1001535
Job Description:
The Department Chairperson provides academic leadership to the Music, Theatre and Dance Department and serves as an integral member of the College and Campus administrative team. This individual facilitates learning, quality teaching, scholarships and services. The Department Chairperson also provides support and advice in the collective bargaining process, and ensures adherence to relevant areas of any collective bargaining agreement.
Duties & Responsibilities:
•Supervises the development and/ or revision of curricula, and implements instructional programs
•Develops course schedules and faculty assignments
•Prepares and maintains departmental budgets
•Ensures the effective implementation of the faculty advancement processes
•Provides program information and ensures the availability of advisement services for students
•Resolves issues and problems that may arise with faculty, staff, and students
•Provides training opportunities for employees
•Maintains SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) accreditation compliance
Minimum Requirements:
•Master’s degree in related discipline from a regionally accredited institution and five (5) years relevant work experience in higher education and/ or teaching.
•Knowledge of the requirements of the accreditation agencies
•Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of instructional systems development, training methods, techniques and formats
•Skill in budget preparation and management