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Job Summary The Dean of Arts & Sciences oversees the administration and supervises andsupports the academic instruction in the following areas: English and Humanities, Communication, Math, Sciences, Digital Arts and MediaDesign (DAMD), Art, Music, GED/ABE, and labs for Science, Art and DAMD. The dean oversees student appeals; planning, resource allocation,faculty hiring and evaluation, curriculum development, scheduling, course and program assessments. The Dean provides visionaryleadership, strategic oversight, and direction to advance the college's strategic goals. The Dean represents the Arts & Science areas on theVice-President's staff. Due to the need of interaction with students, employees and the college community this position requiresin-person presence. This position is eligible for telework based on Telework policy. Essential JobFunctions Ensure that all Arts & Sciences Programs are in compliance with State, Federal, and otherregulations. In accordance with the CAO, faculty and staff, recommend academic/instructional policies and procedures for Arts & Sciences andnon-credit programs which include curriculum, course scheduling, faculty and adjunct assignments, evaluations and promotions and contractrenewals. Ensure that all policies and procedures are reviewed and updated in a timely manner. Ensure maintenance of records/files of coursesyllabi and program curricula submitted by faculty and approved by the Academic Affairs Committee. Demonstrates the ability to buildcollaborative relationships with diverse faculty members, identify and address their needs to support student success initiatives and fosterpositive educational outcomes. Ensure Arts & Sciences course and program assessments are completed within the prescribedtimeframes. Provide oversight and leadership in the development of the Arts & Sciences operational budgets by collecting,consolidating and prioritizing department inputs. Monitors expenditures monthly for reconciliation. Provides day-to-day leadershipand coaching to staff and faculty; ensures cross-training/coverage as needed within areas, and supports professionaldevelopment Supervise the recruitment and hiring for staff and faculty positions. Conduct Performance Evaluation reviews in supportof the Performance Management Program. Conduct and review faculty evaluations for all areas in division Participate inpublic relations activities for the College. Oversee the development and submission of mandatory reporting, and accreditationreports.

Currently includes:

state and federal reporting for GED/ABE programs. Serve on advisory boards for department disciplinessuch as but not limited to: ABE/GED, DAMD, Art. Serve on college committees as directed by supervisor ordesignee. Facilitate the grant application process, providing or coordinating discipline expertise as needed. Other dutiesas assigned. Minimum Requirements to Perform Work A Master's degree isrequired; doctorate preferred. Teaching experience at the post-secondary level required; a minimum 2 years experiencepreferred. Minimum 2 years academic leadership experience, 5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills andAbilities:

Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact well withcolleagues and general public. Demonstrated ability to develop strong collegial working relationships with diverse organizationalpopulations, government agencies, and other external organizations supporting student success. Excellent organizational skills andattention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to maintain confidentiality and handlesensitive information with discretion. Adaptability in a fast-paced, multitasking environment with frequentinterruptions Aptitude in technology use such as but not limited to: Microsoft office; e-mail; Canvas ®; Power point ®; and variousforms of social media.

Additional Information Scheduling Requirements:

Office hours may vary depending on the assignment to be completed. Ability to work a varied schedule during critical periodsincluding evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays. This position supports staff, faculty and students at Cecil College's main campus in North East,MD, its additional location in Elkton, MD and all additional instructional sites. Travel between these locations is required. Position isexpected to have routine coverage at Elkton location as required by supervisor and/or designee.

Physical Demands :

This position classifies the physical exertion requirements as sedentary work involving lifting no more than 10 pounds at a time andoccasionally lifting or carrying articles like docket files, ledgers, and small tools. Although a sedentary job is defined as one whichinvolves sitting, a certain amount of walking and standing is often necessary in carrying out job duties. Jobs are sedentary if walking andstanding are required occasionally, and other sedentary criteria are met.

Work Environment:

.Private office thatmust be open and accessible to College staff, faculty, and visitors. Nature of responsibilities dictates work to be subject to interruptionsand numerous distractions. This is an exempt position (not overtime eligible); Grade 121 (pay scale:$81,295-130,072 ). Based on thebudget, the salary for the position will be $117,000-121,000. Applicants' initial salary placement is based on internal equity and relevantcandidate experience.