Job Description:
Job Title: Associate Dean, Workforce
Location: LSC-Houston North Greenspoint
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Job ID: 41229
Commitment to Mission
This job carries with it the obligation to uphold the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.
Cultural Beliefs
- One LSC
- Student Focused
- Own It
- Foster Belonging
- Cultivate Community
- Choose Learning
The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For®" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.
Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.
Lone Star College-Houston North Greenspoint
Lone Star College offers high-quality, low-cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education.
LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College.
LSC-Houston North Greenspoint is a state-of-the-art, full-service location designed to serve the greater Greenspoint area. Its proximity to local businesses and public transportation has created a location ideal for working and non-traditional students. The facility offers a selection of day, evening and weekend credit courses, including university-transfer courses, certificates, computer/office skills, and developmental studies.
Location address is 250 N. Sam Houston Pkwy E., Houston, TX 77060.
Job Description PURPOSE AND SCOPE:The Associate Dean builds schedules to meet student needs, offer programs for student success, and guide the adjunct faculty on instructional methods and technology. The Associate Dean provides instructional leadership for 80 Adjunct Faculty across 23 disciplines, as well as for the Learning Commons and Tutoring Center. This role also ensures administrative support services are provided to students, faculty, and staff.ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Create multiple discipline schedulesHire part-time workers, work study students, and qualified Adjunct Faculty to ensure instruction delivery for various delivery modalitiesApprove payroll recordsObserve, train, and audit adjunct faculty members and work study studentsRequest and approve budgetary items for the Learning Commons and Tutoring CenterPerform SACS-related audit of syllabi and curriculum vitaeResolve student and faculty issues to ensure optimal delivery of instructionMentor Adjunct Faculty to ensure quality of instruction meets the mission and vision of the collegeCoordinate FCAT meetings so that instructional information can be disseminated to college stakeholdersCoordinate All Faculty Night for all faculty and staffUtilize SharePoint as an instructional resource for troubleshooting issues, building course schedules, and tracking Adjunct Faculty accountability measuresCommunicate instructional updates and questions to leadership teamCollaborate with faculty, staff, and administration on new course offerings, course formats, and coordinating eventsResponsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Advanced organization skills and excellent verbal and written communication skillsAble to work autonomously and have a high degree of judgmentExcellent decision making, conflict resolution, and problem-solving abilitiesAbility to work with a diverse group of peopleAbility to maintain confidentialityAbility to take initiative and understand all of the policies and proceduresMulti-tasking abilitiesAbility to maintain a positive attitude in demanding work environment
PHYSICAL ABILITIES:The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items, such as papers, books, or small parts; or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
WORK SCHEDULE AND CONDITIONS:
- Equipment used includes, PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipmentInterface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the positionWork is performed in a climate-controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's Degree and at least 5 years of related work experience
Salary
Hiring salary range is $72,821-$83,744
Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full-time non-faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.
Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:
- Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
- If the position was full time or part time
- If the position was paid or unpaid
- Level of degree completed including date earned.
- Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree
Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.
Benefits Marketing StatementBy joining our top-notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
Special Instructions Go to the Job Search page, click on 'My Activities' at the top of the page. Under My Cover Letters and Attachments you will click on 'Add Attachment.' Please be sure to put the Job ID# in the title once you name your file for cover letters only, unless you attached your cover letter with your resume. If you are applying for an Instructional position (i.e. Faculty, Adjunct Faculty, Instructor), please ensure you include the following to be considered: Resume/CV, Cover Letter, Teaching Philosophy, and unofficial transcripts. You must limit your file name for any attachment to 40 characters or less.How to Apply
ALL APPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY
We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered.
Postings for part-time and adjunct positions are active for the academic year. By selecting the option to receive notifications on your profile, you will begin receiving electronic communication regarding new opportunities with Lone Star College (LSC).
If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone, or email to schedule an interview.
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More information on the E-Verify program is available at www.dhs.gov/E-Verify
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Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
