Computer Science Program Jobs (NOW HIRING)

SUMMARY

Provides strategic leadership of Computer Science and Information Technology programs in the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Computer Science through the creation and implementation of a coherent and compelling vision, strategy and plan of delivery that engages and motivates faculty and staff to deliver activities in support of student success. The Dean of Computer Science reports to both the EVPs of Academic Affairs and Workforce Innovation to ensure college and campus goals are continuously met.  This transformative service leader should have a leadership style that is inclusive and collegial as well as senior or executive experience in planning and the management of human, fiscal and intellectual resources within a complex higher education environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

STRATEGY/VISION 

• Ensures academic relevance, excellence in instruction and quality educational facilities so students are provided with a well-rounded education and skills leading to meaningful career opportunities
  
• Upholds the school's academic standards that nurture students' educational journeys to successful completion
  
• Develops college-wide strategic enrollment management for the School including the recruitment, retention, persistence, completion, and postgraduate success of Computer Science students
  
• Possesses an innovative mindset that fuels completion of credit and non-credit short-term credentials recognized by industry, matching student skill mastery with industry talent needs
  
• Provides college-wide leadership for the School to develop new and emerging programs/credentials in multiple learning modalities, and ensuring seamless pathways between credit and non-credit Computer Science and Information Technology programs
  
• Develops and maintains partnerships to strengthen pathways for K-12, 2 and 4-year institutions, community organizations and industry 
  
• Ensures the development of marketing and communication plans to increase and enhance the internal and external community awareness and perception of the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering, and Computer Science
  

COLLABORATIVE LEADERSHIP

• Proactively partners with internal and external stakeholders to assesses new and current program opportunities related to program portfolio viability including feasibility, sustainability and growth within NE Ohio
  
• Facilitates the development and implementation of innovative teaching methodology, including the application of technology to instruction
  
• Provides leadership in the development and execution of external grants supporting both credit and non-credit programs
  
• Provides college-wide leadership for partnerships with businesses, non-profits, and government organizations aimed at expanding experiential learning opportunities within curricula programs to enable students to develop transferable skills and explore diverse career options
  

ADMINISTRATIVE

• Oversees the preparation and submission of reports required for performance measures, federal and state reporting, program reviews, curricula and assessment plans, and accreditation processes to ensure they are timely and accurate
  
• Responsible for budget oversight for the Computer Science business unit, seeking innovative funding sources and investment opportunities.  Collaboratively works with Campus Presidents to ensure effective and efficient operations, safeguarding of assets and compliance with College policies and procedures, and exploring revenue-generating initiatives while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
  
• Recruits and retains exceptional faculty and staff who embrace the entrepreneurial spirit and are committed to enhancing students' career prospects
  
• Manages and supports the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering and Computer Science through campus-based associate deans, faculty, professional development and growth opportunities for faculty, including faculty evaluations, credit and non-credit staff, and advisory committees for Computer Science programs
  
• Oversees and approves the schedule development in collaboration with campus deans, associate deans and campus coordinators 
  
• Collaborates with the campus deans to handle and facilitate student, staff and faculty concerns 
  
• Ensures that the appropriate standards, principles, and rules of the Higher Learning Commission including curricular/program development, revisions, updates and all levels of student learning outcomes are addressed 
  
• Serves on Dean's Council and other relevant committees
  
• Represents the College in professional organizations and community activities
  
• Performs other duties as assigned