Dean, Allied Health

PRIMARY FUNCTION: Lead the division of Allied Health MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: Essential Job Functions The Dean is responsible for curriculum development, implementation, administration, planning and scheduling; student advisement and retention; faculty recruitment, supervision and development; short- and long-term strategic planning; budgeting; interaction with industry advisory boards and other external constituencies; and accreditation and licensing issues. Develops strategies to support recruitment and retention of allied health students. Provides leadership, direction, and administrative support to the department chairs, faculty and staff; includes mentoring department chairs and directors. Participates in the selection of full-time faculty. Directs and supervises faculty professional development and mentoring opportunities. Works with department chairs to enhance existing programs and develop new programs or courses based on the needs of the college's service area. Develops, in consultation with department chairs, a schedule that maximizes enrollment and responds to students' needs. Collaborates with department chairs on curriculum review and approval processes. Plans, directs and participates in program reviews and student learning outcomes assessment activities. Analyzes course and faculty evaluations and makes recommendations in collaboration with department chairs for improvement. Additional Job Functions: Evaluates curriculum based on industry requirements for applicability to current market trends and ensures compliance with Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board guidelines. Plans and administers budget for assigned areas. Plans, develops and implements innovative partnerships with business/industry, government agencies, high schools, universities, and other entities. Supports the department chairs and lead faculty with their advisory committee responsibilities. Evaluates the need for new equipment, ensures equipment is purchased in a timely manner and assumes responsibility for the equipment inventory. Seeks and provides managerial oversight of private, state and federal grants. Attends campus activities such as performances and student-sponsored events to support student personal and professional development. Works with community groups to foster a working relationship for the college. Oversees resolution of conflicts with department chairs involving faculty, staff or student issues.