Director/Dean of Education

Fortis College

Lawrenceville, NJ

Expired: 13 days ago Applications are no longer accepted.

$70,000 to $85,000 Yearly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Paid Time Off , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

Position Summary:

The Dean/Director of Education sets the standards of educational quality and supports the efforts of the faculty and staff to achieve maximum educational effectiveness. He/she develops academic policies and programs for the institution, directs and coordinates activities of department/program chairpersons, faculty, and provides general direction to Registrar and Librarian of the institution. As the academic head of the institution, advises the School Director, National Director of Education and Vice President of Education on all retention and academic matters. The Dean/DOE also serves as the liaison officer with accrediting and licensing agencies. In the absence of the School Director, may serve as chief administrative officer.

Location

Fortis Lawrenceville

Requirements

Documented expertise in operations and management of academic affairs and personnel as demonstrated by resume, references, transcripts, certifications, etc.
Ability to hire, train and supervise department chairpersons, faculty and other academic personnel.
Excellent verbal, written and computer skills including Microsoft Office Suite and Student Database Management System.
Minimum of 5 years experience in management of proprietary post secondary school education, public school, or appropriate corporate training is required.
Must have previous teaching experience and competency necessary to lead and manage curriculum development, educational effectiveness assessment and improvement; and faculty development and performance appraisals. Strong experience in student outcomes, retention strategies and problem solving abilities is needed.
A Bachelors degree is required, Masters in Education and/or Ph.D. preferred. Certifications and licenses in appropriate area of expertise may be required as per the specific requirements of regulatory agencies.

Company Description

Fortis College provides postsecondary career education to both traditional and nontraditional students through a variety of certificate and degree programs that assist adult students in enhancing their career opportunities and improving problem-solving abilities. Fortis College strives to develop within its students the desire for lifelong and continued education. The staff at Fortis College believes that they make an important contribution to the economic growth and social well-being of the area. Fortis College educates its students to help meet the economic needs of their community in entry-level positions. The educational process is a change-oriented approach to education that provides the community with graduates who possess the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in existing and emerging career occupations.
The following goals are integral to the mission of Fortis College:
• To develop each student’s individual and professional growth, including written and interpersonal communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving competencies.
• To develop each student’s professional attitude and an awareness of contemporary career practices through exposure to pragmatic course content.
• To promote self-discipline and motivation so that students may enjoy success in their career and in society.
• To attract and retain effective and qualified instructors who are familiar with current medical and/or technical practices, and who motivate and develop students.
• To offer sound certificate and degree programs.
• To maintain a dynamic organization that is responsible and responsive to its constituencies.
• To minimize economic disadvantages as a barrier to postsecondary education by providing financial aid services and by accepting students without regard to age, sex, religion, race, physical challenges, or economic or social background.
• To assist graduates in finding positions for which they are trained.