COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
JOB DESCRIPTION
DIVISION: Communications and Humanities
DEPARTMENT: English
SECURITY SENSITIVE: Yes
JOB TITLE CODE: 0490
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
FUNCTION: To plan, direct and evaluate the
programs and processes of disciplines within the Communications and Humanities
Division. To provide leadership for the
faculty, staff, and students in the division.
To assist the Dean in the various functions and tasks necessary to
provide effective daily administration of Division policies and programs.
REPORTS TO: Dean of
Communications and Humanities
SUPERVISES: Associate
faculty, Assistant to Dean, Administrative Assistant, Division Secretary,
Student Assistants, Writing Center Staff
MAJOR
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Job
Functions:
1)
Plan, develop,
implement, maintain and evaluate the English instructional program and
processes in the Communications & Humanities division.
2)
Hire associate faculty
for the English department, evaluate associate faculty, conduct faculty
meetings/workshops, order textbooks, etc.
3)
Direct the Writing
Center staff in scheduling, hiring and problem resolution.
4)
Work with all three
ALC’s to update the English lab component.
5)
Work with advising,
registration, Honors Institute, and the bookstore to ensure smooth
registration.
6)
Work with the Testing
Center and English faculty to coordinate the grading of CLEP essays, the
updating of topics, and the reviewing of grading guidelines.
7)
Participate in the
coordination of the Emerging Scholars Program.
8)
Assist in the review
and analysis of the program evaluation process for the English Department and
other assigned department(s).
9)
Work with Student
Development in planning, offering, maintaining and evaluating off-campus
courses in the dual credit program.
10) Assist in the review and analysis, utilizing Brio or
other software, of data for the development and improvement of programs in the
assigned disciplines.
11) Provide leadership in the development and
implementation of the strategic plans for the assigned disciplines. Formulate and recommend annual budget
requests for the assigned disciplines and the Writing Center. Assume responsibility for operating within
the approved budget.
12) Coordinate the scheduling of the language computer
lab, for foreigh language and English lab classes each semester. Also coordinate and schedule the on-site
distance orientations in the first week of each semester.
Marginal Functions:
Facilitate articulation with
other institutions and agencies. Justify in writing acceptance of
transferability of students’ credits.
When the dean is
unavailable, work with coordinators of other disciplines concerning problems
with associates and students.
Recommend purchase of
capital equipment necessary for the effective implementation and maintenance of
educational programs within the division.
Serve on search committees
and actively participate on task forces.
Promote and encourage
communication and social interaction between disciplines.
Plan staff development
(full-time and associate faculty) activities for the English Department and
other assigned department(s).
Provide an effective two-way
channel of communication between administration and faculty/staff as well as
lateral communication on behalf of the division.
Assist in the development,
review, and proofing of the college catalog, brochures and other college
publications.
In the Dean’s absence, or as
necessary, assist with the administrative responsibilities for the division.
Respond to letters, phone calls, visits, etc. that require immediate attention
from division dean. Provide guidance to
secretary and administrative assistants regarding paper work.
Be available to deal with
students, faculty, and staff as the need arises.
Contribute to the marketing
of the division’s programs and services.
Plan, develop, and promote ways and means for improving instruction and
instructional services.
Participate in the
formulation of college policies and procedures, especially those which affect
the instructional area.
Knowledge, Skills and
Abilities:
Demonstrated
knowledge and competence in assigned disciplines.
Knowledge
of current developments in related fields of specialization with the ability to
keep current with new developments.
Skill to
perform effectively in interpersonal situations.
Skill to
effectively plan work activities, schedules, priorities and utilization of
resources.
Broad
educational background and experience which demonstrates abilities in English and another discipline, principles of teaching, and
public relations.
Ability to
demonstrate consideration of others.
Ability to
manage time and evaluate employee or students' progress.
Ability to
clearly and effectively present ideas in meetings and in oral presentations.
Written
skills to convey ideas, facts, and information effectively and accurately to
students, staff, faculty and the general public.
Ability to
meet deadlines for reports and assignments.
Ability to
perform all essential functions of this job.
Education and
Experience:
Education: Master's
degree from a regionally accredited institution.
Experience: Four (4) years
experience in combined administrative and teaching experience in higher
education.
Licenses/Certificates:
N/A
NOTE: This job description is not an employment agreement or
contract. The President and/or designee
has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without
notice.
Employees of CCCCD are expected,
as required in their specific job functions, to participate in maintaining
standards required for accreditation; to participate in college task forces,
activities, meetings, committees and councils; to interact and work
cooperatively in order to assist students, staff, faculty and the community in
the accomplishment of various goals; to represent one’s self and the college in
a positive, professional manner consistent with the core values which include a
passion for learning, service and involvement, creativity and innovation,
academic excellence, dignity and respect, and integrity; and to safeguard
sensitive or confidential information from intentional or unintentional
disclosure.
Employees are expected to maintain current
working knowledge of policies, procedures and guidelines necessary to answer
work-related questions and to provide assistance to students, staff, faculty
and the general public in a timely and courteous manner. Employees are also expected to perform other
duties as may be assigned by their supervisor and to contribute to the team
efforts of the department and to assist the college in achieving its strategic
goals.
Employees must abide by all laws, college
policies and guidelines.
Collin
County Community College District is an equal opportunity employer and does not
discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin,
disability or veteran status.