Academic Division Director of Allied Health

Position Summary:

The Academic Division Director manages an academic division including the design and development of courses and curricula and the direction of assigned faculty and staff in teaching and administering the instructional programs at a two-year Connecticut Community College which offers degree and certificate programs in a broad range of liberal arts, occupational and career studies. Some of the College’s learning programs may include continuing education and non-credit programs under the position’s direction.

Example of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Dean or other administrator, the Academic Division Director is responsible for assuring the successful conduct of the Division’s programs and for the optimum learning outcomes of its studentsthrough effective performance in these essential duties:

• Program and curriculum design and development.accountable for performing and directing the design and development of comprehensive academic programs to assure effective long term learning benefits appropriate for the communities served by the College.
• Faculty selection and professional development.accountable for recruiting and selecting faculty members with academic qualifications and proven teaching competence appropriate for the instructional requirements of the College and accrediting bodies; and for assuring their professional development to achieve and uphold the teaching standards of the College.
• Instructional quality.accountable for assuring the quality of instruction in the Division and for assuring the appropriate learning outcomes for the Division’s students
• Budget and fiscal management.accountable for effective management of financial resources and is required to answer for the value of academic results achieved with financial investments in program operation.
• Administration and resource management.accountable for assuring the effective functioning of the Division and its programs as well as for providing facilities, equipment, technology and other resources needed to carry out the Division’s mission.
• Program evaluation and assessment.accountable for assuring the effectiveness and efficiency of the Division’s programs and teaching efforts by measuring and evaluating results and taking needed action to correct deficiencies.
• Community relations.accountable for developing and maintaining active support for the Division’s academic and applied programs among employers, community leaders and accrediting bodies.
• Student relations.accountable for contributing to the attraction and retention of students to the Division’s academic programs and their successful academic performance in the programs.

In addition to the accountabilities listed above, the incumbent is required to carry out the essential duties of: Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies; Service on assigned committees and task forces; Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational and professional meetings. These may involve attendance at evening or weekend events.

This posting includes qualifications, experience and skills but is not limited to the full specifications stated in the job description.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in an Allied Health discipline or in a field closely related to administration of higher education, together with four (4) or more years of teaching in higher education and/or academic administration in an institution of higher learning including two (2) years of supervisory experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would provide the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Incumbents are required to have demonstrated advanced knowledge and abilities in the following:

• Academic curriculum design, course and syllabi development and of appropriate and effective teaching materials and methods.
• Classroom and laboratory teaching effectiveness.
• Research methodology and in evaluation of academic program effectiveness.
• Leading and directing human resources in a higher education environment.
• Management of operating budgets and plans.

Candidates must possess proven ability to effectively work with culturally, linguistically, and ethnically diverse faculty, staff, and students. They are expected to have excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills along with strong Information technology literacy skills such as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams etc.).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience providing leadership and oversight to Allied Health programs or similar.
• Experience in program review, evaluation, and working with external accreditors.
• Experience working with local healthcare facilities as clinical partners (e.g., creating relationships, aligning program requirements, clinical rotations, etc.).

Starting Salary:

Minimum Salary range; $95,698 - $102,108 approximate annual. The salary will be based on the selected candidate’s qualifications such as education and job-related experience, and internal equity.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package to help you stay well, protect yourself and your family, and plan for a secure future. Benefits include generous leave policies; several retirement plans; and many choices for comprehensive health insurance. You also have access to many additional benefits to save for retirement, protect your family & more with supplemental benefits. Tuition reimbursement may apply if applicable. For more information, please visit our website at: .