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Employer: Northern Marianas College
DBA: Northern Marianas College
Address: P.O. Box 501250
Saipan, Northern Mariana Islands
96950 United States
Phone: 670-234-5498
Other Number: 670-237-6857
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Job Vacancy Announcement JVA
JVA Type: New
Island Saipan
FLSA Covered? Yes, covered
DOD related? No
PERM related? * No
VEVRAA related? No
Original Number of Openings: 1
Number of Openings Currently Available 1
Specific Worksite location: Northern Marianas College
Job Classification: Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Job Title: Department Chair II
Announcement Number: 17-01-42797
Job Classification: Education, Training, and Library Occupations
Opening Date: 1/20/2017
Closing Date: 2/4/2017
Salary Range: $49356.09 to $51083.56 / Annually
Job Title: Department Chair II
Job Duties: Nature of the Position: This position is a non-instructional faculty located in the Sciences, Math, Health, and Athletics Department, within the Academic Programs and Services division. The position reports to the Dean of Academic Programs and Services and is charged with the responsibility of assisting the College to fulfill its educational mission by managing all aspects of the Sciences, Math, Health and Athletics Department operation and providing instruction in various Math, Science, Health & Athletic courses Duties and Responsibilities:  Participates in Program Review and Outcome Assessment (PROA) activities  Provides high quality services to students and the community.  Teaches a total of 12 credits per academic year a Science, Mathematics, and/or Health theory in the classroom setting and provides supervision to students as a requirement.  Manages and provides quality assurance for all aspects of instruction within the Department.  Acts as principal advisor to the Dean on all matters relating to the management and program operations of the Department.  Develops and administers the Department’s annual and long-term plans, including new academic programs, in line with the College’s mission, goals, and overall development plans.  Has the overall responsibility for the preparation and revision of departmental degree and certificate programs, curriculum, course guides, and course syllabi. Reviews textbooks, tests, and other curricular materials for adoption.  Provides department/program reports, budget input, and other information to the Dean.  Maintains the Department’s financial, academic, personnel and other records.  Develops, justifies, and manages Department’s budget within the guidelines set by the College; monitors financial expenditures of the Department and requests budget revisions when needed.  Provides draft Department course schedules and faculty workloads to the Dean for review, approval, and coordination with overall program and institutional needs.  Compiles and submits departmental book orders in collaboration with SMHA faculty.  Ensures that the Department’s facilities are properly maintained and equipment are adequately inventoried.  Plans, organizes, directs, and coordinates ongoing programs and special activities, including community education, in conjunction with the Dean and other College administrative personnel.  Schedules and chairs regular Department meetings and keeps meeting minutes as documentation.  Observes classes taught by both full-time and adjunct Department faculty.  Conducts annual performance evaluation of full-time faculty and assists them in the development and implementation of their annual Professional Development Plan.  Recruits, reviews qualifications of, and certifies adjunct faculty to teach departmental curriculum, as necessary.  Recommends recruitment venues to the Human Resources Manager; makes hiring and other fulltime personnel recommendations to the Dean and the Director of Human Resources.  Assists the Dean in orientation of new full-time and adjunct Department faculty, and ensures ongoing assistance to such faculty.  Supervises and advises Department faculty and staff regarding professional development, educational, and training opportunities. Strives continuously to improve program quality, teaching effectiveness, and professional competence. Leads ongoing departmental efforts to improve curriculum and the teaching—learning environment.  Maintains a good working relationship with and among department personnel and other College employees.  Provides academic advising to Department’s students.  Exhibits sensitivity to students’ personal, cultural, and gender differences in a non-threatening learning environment.  Maintains office hours for consultation with students.  Participates in departmental and institutional committee work and other college-wide activities.  Adheres to College policies and procedures.  Performs other related duties as assigned.
High School Diploma Required? Undetermined
Qualification Requirements: Minimum Qualifications:  Master’s degree from a U.S. Department of Education recognized accredited institution in a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) area;  Two (2) years of teaching experience at the post-secondary level and at least Three (3) years of progressive management or leadership experience. Preferred Qualifications:  Doctorate from a U.S. Department of Education recognized accredited institution. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  Meets regularly scheduled and routine working hours and has a willingness to occasionally work beyond the routine working hours during break, seasons or for special events.  Must have strong computer background including, but not limited to, word processing, spreadsheets, and database, preferably Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access software applications.  Able to communicate effectively with students, staff, faculties, and other college stakeholders.  Demonstrate strong organizational skills and a high attention to detail.  Capable of handling multiple tasks while maintaining composure under stressful conditions.  Completes and prioritize tasks accurately and in a timely manner.  Takes initiative and works both independently and cooperatively in a team environment.  Recognizes the important roles of responsibility and authority and holds subordinates accountable for results and behavior.  Must be able to present information in a clear and professional manner.  Strives to grow professionally through continuous study and participation.  Projects poise and authority and dresses to convey an appropriate image in accordance with position requirements. Contributes and promotes a positive and professional working environment and relationship with the college community and promotes a positive representation of the Sciences, Mathematics, Health, and Athletics Department, Academic Programs and Services Division, and the College.
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 40
Hours per Day: 8
Payment Frequency: Bi-weekly
Overtime Available: No
Overtime Rate: $1.5 - $1.5
Rate x 1.5 per hour Exempted: No
Specify All Payroll Deductions: All applicable taxes.
Required tools, supplies and Equipment to be provided: As needed to perform duties.
Anticipated starting date of employment: 1/30/2017
Anticipated closing date of employment: 9/30/2019
Housing Provided: No
Food Provided: No
Transportation required: No
If transportation is required, daily transportation to and from the worksite(s) will be provided to the workers. Daily pick-up place(s) will be at: 0
Fringe Benefits: Optional: Health, Dental, Life, and Retirement
Comments: It is the policy of Northern Marianas College that equal opportunity be given to all qualified applicants without regard to age, race, gender, marital status, place of origin, religion, disability status, political affiliation, family relationship, or genetic information (GINA). The college reserves the right to waive or implement other qualifications to meet its needs and the right to reject all applicants or withdraw the vacancy should NMC determine such a position is no longer needed or able to be filled. The College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.