ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY:  

At Polk State, our amazing faculty and staff create an inspiring workplace. This Associate Dean, Academic Affairs position reports to the Dean, Academic Affairs and is an excellent opportunity within the College’s ­­­­­­­­­­­­­­­Academic Affairs department.   We offer a collaborative, creative and culturally diverse work environment. If you want to be supported in your efforts to grow professionally and to be recognized for your contributions, then come work for Polk State! 

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SOAR, EAGLES!

ABOUT THE POSITION: 

This position requires the analysis of complex problems, planning of various interrelated activities, and the coordination of multiple projects or functions.  Position requires major decisions involving complex factors that may be difficult to evaluate.  It also requires the development of data and ability to compile and interpret data, report results using multi-media resources, and develop recommendations for senior administration that will influence decisions on long-term programs and policies within the department or division.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES:   

• Working with the Campus Academic Dean, provides general academic program support to the college campus
• Assists in the developing, reviewing and analyzing of policies and procedures to reflect the practices of the campus and the institution
• Assists in the recruiting, hiring, observing, evaluating, scheduling and, and supervising of  adjunct faculty in collaboration with department coordinators and program directors
• Assists the Dean with  the evaluation of  adjunct instructor credentials and keeps a referral file
• Develops and supports adjunct faculty development opportunities in coordination with academic support services (including new adjunct orientation)
• Assists in developing and maintaining  the mentoring program for adjunct faculty
• Assists and supports the Dean with program evaluation and monitoring programs
• Maintains, organizes, evaluates, and manages outcomes assessment plans for the campus
• Participates in strategic planning initiatives (SPOL) including student retention activities
• Acts as academic campus administrator during the evening hours of 5-7pm, Monday through Thursday
• Assists the Campus Dean of Academic Affairs and the Provost with institutional and campus based projects
• Assists in the SACS accreditation process

This position is a level P17. TO DETERMINE STARTING SALARY, POLK STATE COLLEGE TAKES INTO CONSIDERATION THE PAY LEVEL MINIMUM, THE CANDIDATE'S QUALIFICATIONS AND INTERNAL EQUITY FACTORS.

Required Skills

• Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing with a variety of constituents of considerable importance within and outside of the college.
• Ability to work independently with the responsibility for planning details and methods to obtain definite objectives and to make decisions within broad limitations of policy and professional standards.
• Ability to work cooperatively with college personnel.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: 

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a discipline within the Associate Dean area of responsibility.  

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Doctorate degree preferred in Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, or discipline within area of responsibility.

Required Experience

Two (2) years full-time teaching experience in a discipline within the area of responsibility and two (2) years full-time higher education administrative experience is required.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

Five years teaching and leadership experience at the 2-year college level is preferred.

We offer an excellent employer-paid benefits package including the following: Medical, Dental, Life, Long-Term Disability, Vacation (except faculty), Holiday and Sick Leave, Retirement (if eligible) and college fee waivers.  Other employee-paid, voluntary benefits (vision, short-term disability, etc.) are also available.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 

• APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: A completed online application consists of:

• Resume/CV

• cover letter, and

• Polk State electronic job application (eApp) with ALL SECTIONS fully completed

SUBMISSIONS THAT DO NOT INCLUDE ALL REQUIRED INFORMATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. 

• BACKGROUND SCREENING:  Reference checks, successful completion of a Level II background check (fingerprinting), and third-party Education Verification for all stated degrees will be required prior to employment.

• ADMINISTRATOR TRANSCRIPTS:  For professional/salaried positions, uploading of unofficial transcript(s) (WITH CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION REDACTED) during the application process is welcomed, but not required.  However, please note that education verification will be completed, for all stated degrees, on or before an interview. Submission of OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for Administrator positions (P17 and above), for all stated degrees, is required as a condition of employment, following receipt of a job offer.

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  • FOREIGN TRANSCRIPTS:  All international degrees must have their coursework evaluated in terms of U.S. "equivalency." Polk State College requires that all international credential evaluations be conducted by one of the companies affiliated with the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services, Inc. (NACES®). More information about NACES® affiliates can be obtained at the NACES® website.

   

• As a general rule, Polk State College DOES NOT PROVIDE H1-B VISA SPONSORSHIP. Exceptions may be made based on the College's need for a candidate with unique skills and expertise where the College cannot otherwise recruit and hire qualified non-sponsored candidates.

• RELOCATION:  Polk State College does NOT provide relocation assistance for this position.

• THIS POSITION WILL CLOSE AT 8:00 A.M. ON MONDAY, MARCH 21, 2022.

IF YOU NEED FURTHER ASSISTANCE WITH YOUR APPLICATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE RECRUITING TEAM AT CAREERS@POLK.EDU.

If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.

Polk State College is an equal access/equal opportunity institution committed to excellence through diversity in education and employment. The College complies with all state and federal laws granting rights to students, employees, and applicants for employment or admission to the College. Polk State College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, disability, or pregnancy in its programs, activities, or employment. 

For questions or concerns, please contact: Reggie Webb, Interim Equity Officer; 999 Avenue H, NE; Winter Haven, FL  33881; Office: 863.292.3602 Ext. 5343; rwebb@polk.edu.

Polk State College is a drug-free workplace and participates in E-Verify. 

Polk State College is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you feel you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with Polk State, please call 863-297-1070 or e-mail Careers@polk.edu  with the nature of your request, along with your contact information.  Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis.  Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will receive a response. 

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• Ability to communicate well both orally and in writing with a variety of constituents of considerable importance within and outside of the college.
• Ability to work independently with the responsibility for planning details and methods to obtain definite objectives and to make decisions within broad limitations of policy and professional standards.
• Ability to work cooperatively with college personnel.

REQUIRED EDUCATION: 

Graduation from a regionally accredited college or university with a Master's degree in a discipline within the Associate Dean area of responsibility.  

PREFERRED EDUCATION

Doctorate degree preferred in Educational Leadership, Higher Education Administration, or discipline within area of responsibility.