Applications are invited from suitably qualified persons to fill in the following position at the Sir Arthur Lewis Community College (SALCC):

DEAN-        HUMANITIES     AND SCIENCE

JOB SUMMARY

The Dean is the leader and administrative head responsible for the effective and efficient operation of the Unit. The Dean helps develop strategic initiatives and participates in long-term planning and policy setting. 

As a member of the College’s senior management team, the Dean provides administrative leadership in curriculum development, instructional assessment, and improvement. The Dean will be responsible for managing and directing all current programs. The Dean also provides administrative services and technical assistance to staff and other stakeholders. 

The Dean is expected to establish and maintain a collegial work climate, cooperatively lead the academic unit towards improved productivity and relevance, and ensure the academic integrity and curricular coherence of all programs embraced within it.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

1. (Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent) Educational Leadership or

Administration 

OR

2. Master’s Degree in a relevant field such as Education, Curriculum and Instruction, or Educational Leadership

AND

3. Undergraduate degree in Humanities, Social Science, Science or

Mathematics. 

4. At least five years of experience in higher education administration or related field. Experience in academic administration, preferably in a leadership role such as Head of Department-related field. 

SKILLS          AND    OTHER          ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

1. A strong record of scholarly achievements, including     publications,     research, and academic    conference        presentations, demonstrates expertise in their field. 

2. Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders. 

3. Dedication to fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and academic excellence.

4. Have a proven record of engaging with industry leaders to build meaningful partnerships and support

5. Dedication to promoting and fostering innovation in teaching and maintaining academic excellence.

6. Knowledge of current trends and best practices in higher education

7. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

8. Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

9. Able to work independently and manage multiple tasks

10. Strong leadership skills

CORE FUNCTIONS   AND    MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES 

Leadership and Administrative Duties

1. Coordinating the development of and implementing the college’s Vision and Goals Statement;

2. Leading College efforts toward achieving University goals;

3. Assisting in the development of a college budget;

4. Managing the fiscal affairs for the academic Unit ;

5. Providing leadership to enhance existing programs and develop new programs that are responsive to students' needs, including adult students

6. Working collaboratively with other educators to integrate educational initiatives and resources

7. Maintaining and developing productive relationships with the Ministry of Agriculture, other regional government agencies, and professional organizations and associations

8. Managing the day to day operations of the academic unit, such as: creating and managing course schedules for faculty; holding regular unit meetings; mentoring new faculty; recruiting and supervising part time faculty; advising students. 

9. Leading, and coordinating college strategic planning and curriculum development;

10. Supervising, evaluating, and supporting programmes in a manner that promotes excellence in instruction, scholarly and creative productivity. 

Personnel Duties

11. To create and maintain a personnel data base regarding the employment and performance of all persons within the academic unit.

12. To provide annual written performance appraisals for faculty and staff in keeping

with the College’s Rules and Regulations

13. To engage career counseling of faculty and staff which maintain morale, reward and foster competence and effort, and deal effectively with problems and issues which decrease faculty and staff performance.

14. To make recommendations on all personnel actions, such as appointment, reappointment, promotions, leave, involuntary

dismissal, transfers, resignations 

15. To serve as the mediator in resolving problems arising among faculty.

Instructional Duties

16. To ensure scope and coverage of the curriculum, working towards full

       utilization of faculty expertise in its         delivery.

17. To work cooperatively with the administration and faculty to develop relevant programmes/degrees 

Student Duties

18. To ensure that accurate and timely academic advising is provided to all students in their respective majors.

19. To ensure that a system of student observation and evaluation of faculty occurs systematically, fairly and regularly.  

20. To establish      a          formal and       informal communication network so that student 

21. feedback occur on significant issues in the academic unit.

22. To improve student recruitment and retention within the unit. 

23. To perform such other duties as may be delegated or assigned by appropriate Campus Administration

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Interested, eligible candidates are invited to apply by completing the prescribed forms (forms are available on the College’s website at https://salcc.edu.lc/vacancies/  or can be collected in the HR Office, Main Campus).  Applications should include a curriculum vitae, verified copies of relevant certificates and qualifications, grade transcript of relevant certificates and at least two letters of reference confirming the required experience, skills and disposition of the applicant. 

Applications can be submitted in one of two ways:

1. via the following email address recruitment@salcc.edu.lc. Kindly submit all documents as one pdf file saved as your name.

2. The Office of the Human Resources at the Main Campus.

Completed applications must be submitted by July 04,  2024

TERMS OF APPOINTMENT

Appointment will be on a two (2) year contract with the possibility of renewal based on the College’s need and performance.

The salary will be determined by the qualifications of the applicant and in accordance with the salary scales approved by the College.

Quarters, transportation to and from work, free medical attention and medicines will not be provided.  The successful applicant’s income will be liable to taxation in accordance with the local Income Tax Ordinance.  

ONLY SUITABLE APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED.