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Assistant Dean of Instruction, Colorado Mountain College, Leadville

Employer
Colorado Mountain College
Location
Leadville, Colorado
Salary
Hiring Salary Range: $66,158 - $73,509

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Institution Type
Community College

Job Details

Under the general direction of a designated campus leader, the Assistant Dean of Instruction provides leadership in academics campus wide and to people and programs, coordinating and supervising the delivery of educational programs with an emphasis on quality instruction, experiential learning and student access. The Leadville Campus is a student-centered, unfailingly positive working environment that thrives on innovation and change. We strive for excellent internal and external customer service where everyone who interacts with the campus feels included and valued. Only energetic candidates with a passion for amazing student experiences and an entrepreneurial spirit need apply.

The Assistant Dean of Instruction recruits and supervises adjunct faculty and will work in collaboration with School Deans to support processes for full time faculty. The ADI evaluates adjunct faculty for excellence in teaching and learning methods and assists in discipline related full time faculty evaluation and other processes as necessary or applicable in collaboration with School Deans in alignment with college programming goals.

The ADI supports faculty in instructional objectives, such as text books and instructional materials and equipment; coaching for dynamic classroom practices; scheduling and programming classes; course management and assessment; participates with program advisory committees; maintains and enforces policies, procedures and academic standards; manages budget; assists in recruiting and retaining students.

Program responsibilities of this position include Science, Math, English, business, transitional education, Education and oversight of the learning commons and related programs.  The ADI also works with the community to develop community education programs.

View/download job description with anticipated hiring salary range at www.coloradomtn.edu/employment

Pre-requisites for Position (Qualifications Standards):            

Ideal qualifications include a minimum of a Master’s degree; experience in discipline(s) supervised may be preferred; along with two years related experience in administration with demonstrated experience in curriculum development, organizational development, management or instructional systems with at least one year in a supervisory position; and minimum of 2 years teaching experience at the college or K-12 level.

Demonstrated knowledge of pedagogy, and combined educational program management and teaching experience equating to two years. In lieu of management experience, applicants with five or more years of teaching experience may be considered.

Special Skills or abilities related to position: knowledge of teaching skills, pedagogy, methodology, education technology, budget management, strategic planning, pertinent laws, community engagement, policies and procedures, experience with recruitment and supervision of full and/or part time faculty.

An equivalent/applicable combination of education and experience to perform the duties and responsibilities of the position required.

Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment and the ability to effectively work with students, employees, vendors, and community members having diverse backgrounds.

Bilingual (English/Spanish) or conversational language abilities preferred.

Apply online at www.coloradomtn.edu/employment Please submit the required letter of interest, a resume, a list of three professional references, and transcripts. To be considered as an applicant, transcripts must be attached with the original application material. Please do not mail transcripts separately. CMC is an EOE committed to diversifying its workforce. 

Review of application material will begin June 21, 2019.

Organization

Colorado Mountain College has eleven locations across 12,000 square miles in the heart of the Rocky Mountains. It’s the perfect place to begin an education and explore options for the future.

We offer bachelor’s degrees, liberal arts and science associates degrees, certificate programs, occupational training, lifelong learning and customized business training.

The Aspen Institute College Excellence Program has recognized CMC as in the top 13% of two-year colleges in the U.S. for exceptional student performance and outcomes. The college was also ranked #17 in the nation by CNN/Money for student success among more than 800 two-year colleges. And CMC was rated #1 among Colorado’s two-year colleges for graduation plus transfer rates.

Size & Coverage

  • Founded 1965: Classes started 1967
  • College type: Public bachelor’s and associate’s degree-granting institution
  • Governance: locally-controlled, property tax-supported college, governed by a seven member elected board of trustees
  • Accreditation: The Higher Learning Commission
  • Economic Impact: 1,178 FTE jobs in the nine-county region, $46.2 million in earnings; and $65.4 million in regional economic output annually
  • Colorado Mountain College Foundation: Assets are $14 million, largest gift $4 million, total raised since incorporation $36.9 million, governed by 15 directors who are also generous donors
  • District & service area: 12,000 square miles
  • Counties served: 9 including Eagle, Grand, Jackson, Lake, Garfield, Pitkin, Summit, Chaffee, Routt
  • Number of students attending annually: Over 20,400
  • Full-time faculty: 112
  • College-wide student/teacher ratio: 12 to 1

Uniquely CMC

  • CMC ranked #17 out of nearly 800 community colleges in the country for successful graduation and transfer rates— CNN/Money
  • Third most affordable public four-year degree in the country— U.S. Department of Education
  • The Isaacson School for New Media is named for digital communications pioneer and author Walter Isaacson
  • Eight athletes competing in the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympic Games studied at Colorado Mountain College
  • First Ski and Snowboard Business degree and first national certification for snowsports sales, marketing and retail in partnership with SnowSports Industries America (SIA)
  • America’s only certification in ski lift & ropeway maintenance
  • Veterinary Technology graduates had a 100% pass rate on the Veterinary Technician National Examination for three of the past five years
  • Culinary students have been Colorado State Champions seven times
  • Professional Photography students have won awards at the prestigious annual College Photographer of the Year Awards for the past three years
  • Programs in Sustainability Studies
  • Resort Management Professor Terry Hunter was honored with the American Hotel and Lodging Association’s national award for hospitality training and education
  • CMC generates 220 kilowatts of solar-powered electricity with five on-campus photovoltaic installations
  • CMC has signed the American College & University Presidents’ Climate Commitment and has committed to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050

Enrollment & Graduation Statistics

Top degree programs by enrollment:

  1. Associate of Arts (AA)
  2. Associate of Science (AS)
  3. Associate of Arts in Business (AA)
  4. Associate of General Studies (AGS)
  5. Emergency Medical Tech Basic (COP)
  6. Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BS)

3,785 full-time credit students

Average part-time student: 38 years of age

Average full-time student: 24 years of age

85% of students are from Colorado

Workforce training and Customized Business Services trained 1,200 people during 2012-13 in supervisory & leadership skills, computers, workplace team-building, CPR certification, and more.

Equal Opportunity

Colorado Mountain College is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, or disability in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.

Find out about current full time openings at CMC: www.coloradomtn.edu/employment

Company info
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Telephone
970-945-8691
Location
Colorado Mountain College
802 Grand Avenue
Glenwood Springs
CO
81601
US

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