COLLIN COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
JOB
DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Associate Dean, Mathematics & Natural Sciences/ Athletics Director
DIVISION: Mathematics
& Natural Sciences
DEPARTMENT: Physical Education
SECURITY
SENSITIVE: Yes
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
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FUNCTION: To plan, direct and evaluate the
programs and processes of disciplines within the Mathematics & Natural
Sciences division, with emphasis on the Physical Education, Wellness and
Athletics programs; to provide leadership for the faculty, staff, and students
in the division; and to assist the Dean in the various functions and tasks
necessary to provide effective daily administration of Division policies and
programs. The associate dean has direct
responsibility to the Provost, Central Park Campus for the Athletics program.
Note:
The President holds overall organizational responsibility for directing
the college district’s athletics program. Daily supervision of the athletics
program has been assigned to the Provost of the Central Park Campus through the
Athletics Director portion of the Associate Dean of Mathematics and Natural
Sciences/Athletics Director position.
REPORTS TO: Dean,
Mathematics and Natural Sciences
SUPERVISES: Full-time
and Part-Time Faculty; Assistant to the Dean; Student Assistants
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MAJOR
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Essential Job
Functions:
1)
Plan, develop, implement, maintain and evaluate the
Division's instructional programs and processes, with emphasis in the areas of
Physical Education, Athletics, and Wellness.
Provide leadership for the evaluation and review of existing curriculum
and the development and adoption of new programs and courses. Assist in the
review and analysis of the program evaluation process for all academic and
vocational programs within the division.
2)
Facilitate articulation with other institutions and
agencies.
3)
Develop class schedules and assign faculty, in accordance
with District policies. Ensure that all
classes are met as scheduled or that suitable arrangements are made. Ensure maintenance of course outlines, syllabi,
adoption of textbooks and media.
4)
Recommend for employment professional and support staff,
faculty and associate faculty for all departments supervised. Direct orientation of new faculty. Conduct faculty and staff evaluations and
make appropriate personnel recommendations in accordance with District
policy. Recruit and recommend
employment of a culturally diverse faculty and staff. Recommend development programs for full-time and associate
faculty and support professional development activities for staff.
5)
Contribute to the marketing of the departments’ programs and
services. Provide leadership in
identifying and responding to community needs that fit within the college's
mission and goals.
6)
Assist in the planning, development and promotion of ways
and means for improving instruction and instructional services. Participate directly in the determination of
district policies and procedures, especially those which affect the
instructional area.
7)
Formulate and recommend annual budget requests for Physical
Education, Athletics, and Wellness and assume responsibility for operating
within the approved budget. Recommend
the facilities and capital equipment necessary to the effective implementation
and maintenance of educational programs.
Prepare and maintain the departments’ operating budgets. Manage office services and divisional
facilities, including maintaining necessary records, supplies and equipment.
8)
Provide an effective two-way channel of communication
between administration and faculty/staff as well as lateral communication.
Interact and work collaboratively with other members of the college community
in areas of mutual concern. Provide for
effective communication between faculty and staff within the department, as
well as with other areas.
9)
Provide recommendations in the development and approval of
program strategic plans, and implement the departments’ strategic plans
annually.
10) Enforce and
interpret all National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) athletic
regulations in which membership is maintained.
11) Hold meetings
with coaches whenever necessary to keep them informed of all matters pertaining
to the Athletic Program. Schedule all
athletic events in coordination with coaches.
Supervise all athletic facilities; schedule practice use; recommend
maintenance and repairs. Prepare and
distribute schedules to the Official Assigners for each sport and advise them
of any schedule changes.
Marginal Job Functions:
Develop
schedule posters and programs as needed through the public relations office and
work with them on the release of publicity for upcoming events in athletics.
Represent
the college at all regional and national meetings relating to the Athletic
Program.
Contact
and write proposals to organizations for grants and donations, working with the
Executive Director, Development/Foundation.
MINIMUM
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge
of human relations.
Knowledge
of methods improvement and work simplifications.
Knowledge
of the interpretation and use of statistical data.
Knowledge
of theory of leadership-alternative techniques and styles for guiding,
motivating, and directing individuals under various situational conditions to
achieve effective performance.
Knowledge
of performance appraisal processes.
Knowledge
of current developments in related fields of specialization with the ability to
keep current with new developments.
Knowledge
of basic first aid procedures.
Written
and oral skills to convey ideas, facts, and information effectively and
accurately to students, staff, faculty and the general public.
Ability
to use logic, experience, and knowledge to evaluate information and problem
situations.
Ability
to regularly lift objects up to approximately 25 pounds and or occasionally
lift about 50 pounds.
Ability to maintain restraint and keep
calm when faced with emotional or angry individuals.
Ability
to meet deadlines for assigned reports and projects.
Ability
to prepare specifications for equipment and materials.
Ability
to contribute and present innovative ideas for new curricula and programs that
combine traditional schedules with new demands from industry schedules.
Ability
to formulate program goals and objectives and identify appropriate activities
and/or functions to meet these objectives.
Ability
to effectively plan work activities, schedules, priorities of staff and
utilization of resources.
Knowledge
of educational foundations with previous teaching experience.
Knowledge
of budgeting and maintaining budgets and physical facilities.
Knowledge
of instructional methodology and the ability to apply knowledge in developing
and implementing programs.
Ability
to maintain and evaluate faculty and staff, establish developmental plans and
evaluate instructional programs.
Ability
to manage change -- flexible.
Ability
to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability
to provide accurate information or assistance to requestors in a timely and
courteous manner.
Ability
to listen actively and demonstrate understanding.
Experience
in curriculum development and instructional methodology.
Ability
to perform assigned responsibilities, duties, and tasks according to
established practices, procedures, techniques and standards with minimal
supervision within the assigned time frame.
Ability
to independently identify and undertake additional tasks to be accomplished.
Ability
to perform all the essential functions of this position.
Education and
Experience:
Education: Master's
degree in physical education or related field, with 18 graduate hours in one of
the teaching disciplines from a regionally accredited institution.
Experience: Five (5) years
experience in Athletic Administration or related field, to include, combined
administrative and teaching experience in higher education and supervisory
experience in education, preferably in a community college setting. Experience in clinical supervision and
program/curriculum development is desired.
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.