Dean of Instruction - Applied Technology & Visual Arts

Rogue Community College welcomes applications for a full-time Dean of Instruction - Applied Technology & Visual Arts.

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Position Summary

The Dean provides leadership in teaching, learning, and service by focusing on the individual and modeling respect, dignity, and integrity. Responsible for the direction and coordination of instructional department programs and/or college-wide self-support activities. Provides leadership in the development of college and departmental goals and objectives, ensuring the educational philosophy and institutional vision, mission and long- and short-range goals of the college are met. Provides leadership for fiscal planning, and budget and grant administration to accomplish goals within established budget processes for areas of responsibility. Represents the college in the community and establishes and maintains effective working relationships with state and local agencies. Responsible for maintaining knowledge of applicable federal and state laws, collective bargaining procedures, and college policies and procedures.

Screening Date: Review of applications is scheduled to begin 2/5/2024.

Why Work at RCC?

Rogue Community College is a rewarding workplace where our employees enjoy helping others transform their lives through education. For the last 50 years, RCC has served as an important economic engine for the Southern Oregon community. With three unique campuses in Grants Pass, Medford and White City, Rogue is a comprehensive public community college serving about 14,000 individual learners, or 5,700 FTE, each year. We are committed to hiring a diverse faculty and staff who uphold our mission, vision and values

Living in the Rogue Valley

Southern Oregon's beautiful Rogue Valley offers vibrant cultural and recreational opportunities along with friendly people and a mild climate. Conveniently situated along Interstate 5, the Rogue Valley is home to Southern Oregon University, the Oregon Shakespeare Festival, the Britt Music & Arts Festival and a wonderful menu of restaurants, wineries and breweries. Outdoor recreation enthusiasts will enjoy the Valley's plentiful opportunities for hiking, cycling, rafting, fishing, camping and golfing as well as easy access to Crater Lake National Park, the Oregon Caves and the scenic Oregon and Northern California coast.

Diversity

RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that includes members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

Benefits and Retirement

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, RCC offers an excellent comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents. The following core benefits are made available through the Oregon Educators Benefit Board (OEBB): complete employer-paid health insurance packages, employer-paid group life and AD&D insurance, optional life and AD&D insurance, long and short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, employee assistance program, individual offerings from AFLAC and Colonial, flexible spending accounts, and health savings accounts. Additional benefits include generous paid leaves, tuition waivers, and on-campus wellness activities. Qualifying employees will contribute to the Public Employee's Retirement System (PERS) and have the opportunity to enroll in optional 403(b) and 457(b) deferred compensation plans.

Compensation

This is a Exempt position in the Student Learning & Success department. Starting compensation will be based on Grade N of the 23-24 salary schedule, in accordance with initial placement per the current Management, Administrative, and Confidential Employee Handbook. Consideration will be given to related experience and educational achievement. Exempt positions are renewed on an annual basis at the discretion of the College President.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Education – A Master’s Degree in Education, Curriculum development, or directly related field is required.

Experience – Five years of increasingly responsible experience in teaching, curriculum development, educational administration, program planning/ development, and personnel management with exposure to budgeting is required.

Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.

Any satisfactory equivalent combination of education and experience which ensures the ability to perform the essential functions of the position may substitute for the requirement(s).

Preferred Qualifications

PhD preferred.

Experience in an educational setting, including instructional supervision strongly preferred.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (Core Competencies)

Knowledge – Knowledge of career and technical education content areas, academic/transfer content areas, college readiness, and andragogy and current issues. Must also know and understand the mission and functions of a multi-campus comprehensive community college; strategic planning and budget processes; faculty and staff evaluation and professional development; computer applications; the role of a regional comprehensive community college in the economic, social, and cultural fabric of the community. A sophisticated working-knowledge of the Faculty Contract, Classified Contract, and in dealing with the Faculty and Classified collective bargaining contracts and their representatives. These matters include, but are not limited to; workload issues, overloads/overtime, benefits, working conditions, and rights and responsibilities of faculty and the College.

Skills – Strong verbal and written communication skills; conflict-resolution and problem-solving skills; listening skills; current and relevant computer skills; budgeting skills; leadership and supervisory skills; and planning and organizational skills.

Abilities – Understand, apply, and demonstrate the College’s core leadership competencies. Lead with collaborative vision and practical perspective; work in a team environment with diverse populations; collaborate with college and community constituents; demonstrate highly effective interpersonal relationships, one-on-one, and as a team member; be sensitive to students, staff and faculty; be compassionate and caring; communicate effectively and respectfully at all levels; motivate and inspire; supervise, train, and develop staff; operate standard office equipment. Pass a criminal background check.

Other Requirements

For assignments requiring operation of a motor vehicle, possession of a valid Oregon Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one within 30-days of employment, and maintenance of an acceptable driving record are required.

Remote Work Options (see AP 7239 Working Remotely for more details)

This position functions as an in-person work arrangement, working on-campus with either a set schedule or flexibility depending on operational needs.

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Manual dexterity and coordination are required for about 25% of the daily work period which is spent sitting while operating office equipment such as computers, keyboards, 10-key, telephones, and other standard office equipment or driving. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials such as books, files, etc. up to 5 pounds daily and 5-25 pounds rarely. This position may be required to sit for long periods of time in meetings or driving. Requires both verbal and written communication abilities.

Working Conditions

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in an office environment. Participation in outdoor student events may be required. The employee is not exposed to hazardous conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and lighting is adequate.

Application Process

For full details and to APPLY, please visit the RCC Jobs portal: https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/roguecc/jobs/4347509/dean-of-instruction-applied-technology-visual-arts

Rogue Community College does not discriminate in any programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, use of native language, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veteran status, disability, age, pregnancy, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws. For further policy information and for a full list of regulatory specific contact persons visit the following webpage: www.roguecc.edu/nondiscrimination.