Dean of School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)

Dean of the School of STEM

Office of Provost

Academic Affairs

Tsaile Campus

Duty Schedule:

8am-5pm, Monday through Friday, some weekends or after-hour work.

Summary/Objective of Position:

The School Dean reports to the Provost and is responsible for supervising and administering the School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). This includes leading faculty members in planning, developing, and implementing instruction, research, services, and outreach activities; collaborating with peers in other schools, department heads, and leaders of the college community; observing and evaluating faculty members while fostering an environment for both student and faculty growth; enhancing relationships with internal and external constituencies; supporting the efforts of Dine College alumni; fostering participatory management and continuous improvement of programs; implementing academic policies; administering the School's budget; supporting departmental initiatives for program growth ad improvement; serving as a member of the Provost Council; and fostering a climate characterized by the mission, vision, principles and values of Diné College.

Description of Essential Functions of the Position

Disclaimer: This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks e performed as assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Administrative duties (25%): Provide leadership for faculty; work in a collaborative environment; serve as a liaison between the provost and faculty; communicate the goals of the college to faculty, staff, and students.
• (a) Supervise both full-time and adjunct faculty and staff in accordance with institutional policies and procedures, along with other applicable state and federal laws and regulations;
• (b) Hire highly qualified and effective faculty and staff, and ensure their accountability for high-level performance in areas appropriate to their positions, including being responsible for faculty onboarding and new-hire orientation;
• (c) resolve student complaints in accordance with the Student Code of Conduct and Academic Standards;
• (d) Ensure coordination of all components and activities with the School;
• (e) Submit monthly, quarterly, and/or annual reports as required by internal and external entities;
• (f) Assure availability of properly credentialed faculty to meet curriculum delivery requirements, including development of an annual faculty staffing plan.
• Student Learning and Success (25%):
• (a) Ensure the education provided meets or exceeds standards set forth by the institution's accrediting agency, the Higher Learning Commission, and other accrediting agencies related to specialized programs;
• (b) Ensure quality post-secondary student learning appropriate to higher education standards;
• (c) Facilitate excellence in teaching, scholarly pursuits, and service to the college and the community with special emphasis on student success;
• (d) Maintain transferability of course credits and/or academic programs, internally and externally;
• (e) Ensure students matriculate through academic programs within the School of STEM concurrently with General Education core requirements, and plan for academic growth in accordance with the Academic Master Plan.
• Strategic Planning (25%):
• (a) Responsible and accountable for all monetary resources for the School of STEM and seeks additional resources through fundraising, grants, alumni relations, and endowments to ensure program viability; and Conduct "program reviews" on a scheduled basis to make strategic, data-informed decisions aligned with institutional and annual fiscal planning.
• Research (20%):
• (a) Conduct field-appropriate research projects for the School of STEM in preparation for publication, IRB, tribal, state, and federal requirements;
• (b) Secure and coordinate relationships with other institutions through partnerships to increase quality research and program development;
• (c) Promote faculty participation in grants and
• (d) Provide support for Principal Investigators.
• Other related duties as assigned. (5%)

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

Minimum:

• Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM), with at least five years of demonstrated and successful dean-level experience or extensive experience in leadership and administration at the level of faculty chair, associate dean, or dean in the STEM field.

Preferred:

• Professor rank.

Knowledge:

• A record of successful administrative experience that fosters a collaborative, inclusive work environment that values diversity and integrity. Knowledge of customer service standards and procedures.
• An understanding of national trends in undergraduate and graduate education.
• Knowledge in teaching, research, and service sufficient to warrant appointment as a full professor.
• Knowledge in four-year undergraduate and graduate programs, strategic direction, management, and oversight of the school.
• Appreciation for the challenges and vision of the tribal college system.

Skills:

• Must have great communication (written and oral), social, and organizational skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies for the purpose of building professional relationships.
• Oral fluency in Navajo is highly desirable, but not mandatory.

Abilities:

• Make administrative/procedural decisions and judgments.
• Develop, plan, and implement short-term and long-term goals.
• Read, understand, interpret, and implement accreditation criteria and state agency regulations.
• Effectively present information to faculty, academic and campus leaders, and local communities.
• Use of computers and related software.
• Demonstrated record of strong support, understanding pedagogy, and fostering teaching and learning in the Arts and Humanities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience with academic degree program assessment.

Physical Requirements, Work Environment & Travel:

• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office environment, including:
• use of personal computer; viewing a monitor; entering and retrieving data; use of a printer, copier, scanner; filing documents and information; ability to attend and participate in meetings and trainings; moderate physical activity; extended periods of sitting, standing or walking.
• Work environment may be fast-paced with deadlines.
• Some in-and-out-of-state travel may be required.

Other Requirement(s):

• Must have and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license and successfully pass a background check.
• Other licensing may be required depending on position and/or area of assignment.