Dean of Health Science

Description of Job DutiesThe dean of health science provides college-wide leadership for credit and non-credit education in health science. The position is responsible for marketing management and assisting in curriculum design of educational programs that serve employers and employees needs. The dean works closely with health industry partners to determine program development needs design innovative curricula that enhance employees skills and knowledge and comply with professional accreditation requirements recruit students and faculty and manage the operational logistics of major grants and contracts. This position serves as a liaison with outside agencies community organizations and other constituencies within the dean of health sciences oversees various instructional personnel essential to the departments success. The responsibilities encompass two administrative assistants a student advisor and eight program directors. These personnel include the administrative assistant to the dean the health sciences student advisor the directors of nursing emergency medical services the physical therapist assistant the simulation center the medical assisting program laboratory technology funeral services and human performance. The dean must foster a collaborative and innovative environment empowering the team to excel in their roles and contribute significantly to advancing health science education and practice. Northeast Texas Community College offers the following health science degrees and certificates:Two associate of science degrees in pre-BSN and human performance. Ten associate of applied science degrees including;Emergency medical servicesFuneral servicesHealth sciencesHealthcare managementMedical assistantMedical lab technicianNursingNursing transition to professional nursingPhysical therapist assistant. The college offers nine certificates: Two in emergency medical servicesTwo in funeral servicesOne in nursingOne in patient care technology Two certificates (phlebotomy and pharmacy technician) in continuing and Other QualificationsThe successful candidate must be an excellent thinker planner and organizer. This position calls for a person who can develop build and maintain strong relations provide leadership for the faculty in the health science division participate as a member of the colleges instructional leadership team and represent the college in the possess knowledge of budget planning/management statistical research and program evaluation and accreditation processes including Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board and program-specific accreditation agencies (e.g. CAPTE CoAEMSP CAAHEP and the Texas Board of Nursing).The successful candidate must be able to work independently exercise discretion and sound judgment in decision-making respond to critical matters effectively and represent the college professionally. Must be committed to a collaborative work environment and high-quality service to constituents---extensive knowledge of curriculum development health science education and related state/federal legislation and initiatives. Position credential requirements and preferential experience include:Masters degree requiredDoctorate degree preferredExperience teaching in one of the disciplines in the divisionA minimum of five years of experience in higher education (combination of teaching and leadership roles)Administrative experienceProven leadership skillsAbility to design and implement effective programsExcellent written and oral communication skillsKnowledge of distance education programsCollaborative leadership styleVisionary mindset Excellent Employee BenefitsHealth Dental Vision Life & Disability Insurance details Work/Life Balance Perks for EmployeesDollar Lunch Fit Center Access Educational Benefit Government Verizon Phone Plan Discount Purchase Programs Discount Facility Rentals Vacation & Sick Leave details To be considered for this position a complete application packet must be received including all the following: Cover letter of interest (please address your qualifications skills and knowledge as well as a secondary area of qualification if applicable.)Resume At least one letter of recommendation (this should come from a different reference than is listed on your applicaton)Transcript(s)