Details:

Posted: August 5, 2021
Level: Community College Professional 20, 12-month, tenure track position
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Job Posting #: CSCC 21-19
PC# TBD
Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Friday, September 3, 2021.

Location:

CT State Community College
New Britain, CT 06051

CT State Community College Mission:

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) provides access to academically rigorous and innovative education and training focused on student success. The College supports excellence in teaching and learning, makes data-informed decisions, promotes equity, advances positive change for the students, communities, and industries it serves, and awards associates degrees and certificates.

CT State Community College Vision:

CT State will be recognized for exceptional student success, educational leadership, and transformative collaboration with business and industry, government, educational, and key stakeholders while advancing diverse opportunities for Connecticut’s citizens and communities.

Anticipated Start Date: 

Fall 2021

Position Summary:

The Director of Catalog and Special Projects is the curriculum steward and functional process owner of Banner curriculum. They manage the College catalog and are responsible for the accurate and timely production of the online catalog utilizing specialized software. This includes the creation of the print version, management of all Banner changes, ensuring the accuracy and currency of all academic listings and requirements.  They develop and review policies and procedures, and when appropriate, their inclusion in the catalog. They plan and develop strategies for maintenance and upgrading of the academic information infrastructure. They manage the catalog development process and the coordination with appropriate divisions. This individual provides leadership, management, and support to assure the integrity of the academic processes. They review and analyze existing sources of credit equivalency information to prepare for the Area of Study Deans and Associate Vice President of Curriculum and Programs to consider during the program and course development and review process. This individual will analyze academic data and generate advanced reports and statistical analysis on academic issues and trends to share with the management team for decision-making. As well, as create and analyze complex reports to streamline processes related to academic planning.

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

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree in an academically appropriate field with three (3) or more years’ experience of administrative level leadership and experience in higher education, and one (1) or more years of supervisory experience; or a combination of education, training and experience which would lead to the competencies required for successful performance of the position’s essential duties.

Successful Candidate must have or must possess:

• Extensive experience with Ellucian Banner or a similar higher education enterprise resource planning (ERP) system.
• Extensive knowledge of the academic curriculum development process.
• Knowledge of data and data analysis relevant to academic areas.
• Experience with writing reports, extracting and analyzing data.

Substitutions Allowed:

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references. Exceptions to the degree requirements may be made for compelling reasons.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Six (6) years of administrative level leadership and experience in a higher education environment.
• Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience.
• Experience developing and implementing academic policies within a complex higher-education organization.
• Experience as a college registrar or in similar function overseeing student records management.
• Experience navigating the curriculum approval and modification processes in a higher education environment.

Example of Job Duties:

Under the direction of the Associate Vice President of Academic Operations, the Director of Catalog and Special Projects is responsible for the effective performance in these essential functional areas:

• Develop and Maintain the Catalog.
• Special Projects.
• Administrative Duties. 

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.

Starting Salary:

$79,853 approximate annual plus excellent State of CT medical insurance, retirement, and related fringe benefits.

Application Instructions:

To apply you must submit a cover letter and resume.

Incomplete applications or those submitted after the closing date will not be considered and links to other sources to view resumes are not acceptable.

All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. CSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CSCC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, age, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, marital status, ancestry, present or past history of mental disorder, learning disability or physical disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or criminal record. The following persons have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Nicholas D'Agostino Manager of Affirmative Action, Diversity, and Inclusion Ndagostino@commnet.edu

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER, M/F