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Dean, Humanities, English, and Social Sciences

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.

Application Status: you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

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Position Information

Position Title Dean, Humanities, English, and Social Sciences
Position Type Administrative
Department Humanities, English, and Social Sciences
FLSA Exempt
Union/Non Union Non Union
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Grade 19
Salary Range
Hiring Salary Range $99,665 - $142,448, depending on education and experience.
Fixed Term/Tenure Track (Faculty Only)
Regular or Temporary Regular
Job Description Summary
Reporting to the Chief Academic Officer and Provost of Teaching, Learning, & Student Success, a key member of the Teaching, Learning, and Student Success leadership team, the Dean of Humanities, English, and Social Sciences ensures the educational welfare of students and the professional needs of faculty and staff in the Division. The Dean is responsible for promoting academic, administrative, and fiscal leadership in accordance with the College’s strategic plan. The Dean fosters and supports innovative teaching and learning approaches for the Division, actively promotes and advocates for implementation of guided pathways, and supports students throughout their educational journey. The Dean is responsible and accountable for the development, expansion, and continuous improvement of high-quality programs within the Division, designed to address community needs and provide stackable credentials and degrees that provide seamless articulation with secondary and postsecondary partners as well as the College’s noncredit programs and offerings. The Dean develops long- and short-range plans, and exercises management responsibility for academic program planning, faculty matters, and administration, including staffing, budgets, and facilities. The Dean fosters a high-quality environment of teaching and intellectual achievement and creates and strengthens partnerships within and outside the College.
Minimum Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • Master’s or Doctorate Degree required in one of the fields/disciplines represented in the Division:
    • Humanities: Art, Communication, Dance, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, World Languages
    • English: English, Developmental English, English as a Second Language, Reading
    • Social Sciences: Anthropology, Geography, History, Human Services, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology


For applicants with a master’s degree:
  • Minimum of 12 years of combined full-time administrative experience (preferably at the department chair level or higher) and post-secondary teaching experience in a college or university setting required.
  • Minimum of four years of supervisory experience required.

For applicants with a Doctorate degree:
  • Minimum of 8 years of combined full-time administrative experience (preferably at the department chair level or higher) and post-secondary teaching experience in a college or university setting required.
  • Minimum of four years of supervisory experience required.
Criteria
CRITERIA: The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process. A Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed below for this position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES
The Dean of Humanities, English, and Social Sciences is responsible for the Division including the departments of English, Humanities, and Social Sciences.
Leadership
  • Ensure that curricular pathways within the Division have been planned, organized, and implemented effectively, and that data and evidence are used on a regular basis to continuously improve student pathways and promote completion.
  • Actively promote and advocate for the College’s focus on guided pathways.
  • Support the development of bridges into the Division’s programs from high schools, adult basic education, noncredit offerings, and other feeders.
  • Ensure the development, expansion, and continuous improvement of high-quality programs designed to address community and workforce needs.
  • Manage strategic planning, learning assessment, and program review processes for the Division.
  • Provide leadership for program review, specifically overseeing the ongoing assessment of student learning and achievement of learning outcomes and spearheading necessary curricular changes to maintain the relevance of Division programs.
  • Maintain current knowledge of trends and innovations in community colleges generally, and, more specifically in the programs of study within the Division; communicate and share this knowledge regularly with staff and faculty.
  • Recommend instructional and general policies, conduct meetings to facilitate planning and collegial decision-making and to keep staff informed about issues and projects for the overall College instructional program.
  • Encourage collaboration between and among the College’s credit and non-credit faculty and staff, and research and propose appropriately responsive educational pathways for programs of study within the Division.
  • Model and promote collegiality within and across areas of the college.
  • Address departmental concerns, interests, and objectives in the context of the needs of the College, students, and community.
  • Advocate effectively for the needs of the Division while subordinating departmental and divisional interests to the broader College interests when appropriate.
  • Act ethically in all matters and bridge artificial boundaries between silos in the College organization.


Curriculum & Program Development and Improvement
  • Provide vision, leadership, and direction for the development, implementation, and review of curriculum, both new and existing, as well as new initiatives and programs.
  • Ensure that Division programs are aligned to workforce needs, focusing on the knowledge, skills, and abilities students will need to be successful in further education and employment.
  • Assume accountability for ensuring that all courses are aligned with student learning outcomes and with best practices in curriculum development and improvement, and that programs are high quality and thoroughly reviewed and vetted on a regular basis.
  • Encourage and guide faculty and staff to assess courses, programs, and pedagogical approaches using a data- and evidence-informed approach to improve student learning.

Student Success
  • Promote faculty accountability for student enrollment, retention, and success within divisional programs of study, in cooperation with Student Affairs.
  • Assume accountability for ensuring that every student within divisional programs has a clear roadmap to completion, further education, and job advancement, aligned to their pathway and program.
  • Ensure that faculty and staff assess and continuously monitor students’ progress using appropriate data and research tools.
  • Assume accountability for monitoring and measuring success rates within, between and among courses and sections within each divisional program to ensure there are equitable success rates between and among courses and sections; manage faculty accordingly.
  • Assume accountability for resolving issues involving faculty and staff, grades, grade grievances, student integrity, dishonesty, rigor, and other matters. Interpret and apply policies and procedures for mediation and conflict resolution with students, faculty, staff, and external entities.
  • Assume accountability for ensuring high-quality teaching and learning and resources within the Division.

Staffing
  • Recruit, hire, and develop full-time faculty.
  • Ensure that appropriate and qualified adjunct faculty are hired and prepared to teach prior to the start of the semester.
  • Create and nurture collaborative relationships with faculty, administrators and staff in other divisions and departments across the College and act as partner in creating cohesive teams.
  • Promote a culture of inquiry and continuous improvement; ensure that faculty and staff creativity and innovation is encouraged and rewarded.
  • Assist departments with managing personnel issues and challenges involving faculty and staff, including facilitation, conflict resolution, and interpretation of college policy.
  • Ensure that faculty and staff evaluations occur on the appropriate cycle; participate directly in the observations and evaluation of new, full-time faculty for their first two years; participate directly in the observation and evaluation of faculty seeking promotion or tenure.
  • Review promotion and tenure portfolios and make appropriate recommendations regarding tenure and promotion.
  • Assume accountability for the development of a data-informed and student-centered master schedule to ensure clear pathways for student completion, meet the needs of students, and optimize space utilization.

Community Relations/Outreach
  • Communicate with leaders in the private and public sectors and in educational agencies to determine needs for new courses and programs and oversee establishment of advisory committees.
  • Serve as liaison between the Division and professional groups, accrediting bodies, and community/governmental agencies.
  • Determine and oversee needs for extension centers regarding the Division’s instructional programs and services, in consultation with the administrators overseeing extension centers.
  • Assume accountability for providing proper staffing of classes and administering and evaluating courses and assigned instructional full time and part-time staff those centers.
  • Facilitate academic partnerships between and among Division faculty, faculty in feeder high schools, and four-year transfer institutions; ensure maximum course articulation for students.
  • Participate actively in the community by serving as members or chairs of external committees, task forces, or other groups to advance learning.
  • Assume accountability for ensuring the integrity and accuracy of all public information about academic programs and courses within the Division. and work with staff to produce accurate schedules, catalog information, program information, and multi-year instructional plans.

Resource Allocation and Management
  • Develop and manage the Division budget consistent with college policy and sound financial management principles.
  • Identify and prioritize Division needs, secure available funding, and strategically allocate and re-allocate resources.
  • Explore external funding sources for Division programs and lead resource development efforts on behalf of the Division.
  • Provide guidance, direction, and experience with grant writing, operations management, and special projects.
  • File an annual financial disclosure statement with the Maryland State Ethics Commission

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
  • Ability to produce a vision for the Division that aligns with the College’s vision, mission, and strategic plan.
  • Experience writing and developing successful proposals for grants from external sources.
  • High energy level, sense of humor, diplomatic/tactful, and passionate about the dimensions of this position.
  • Demonstrated courage, tenacity, and patience in the face of challenges; ability to suggest creative solutions to challenges.
  • Knowledge of College policy and ability to interpret and apply policy for divisional staff, faculty, and students.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills including the ability to anticipate needs and concerns of stakeholders.
  • History of being open-minded, supportive, trustworthy, and fair.
  • Exceptional communication skills: ability to define and articulate the College’s goals and show others how to get there.
  • Ability to talk and listen to staff and faculty at all levels of the College.
  • Demonstrated honesty, integrity, and fairness in supervisory relationships.
  • Ability to take accountability and responsibility for the success of the Division and the College.
  • Demonstrated project planning and management, time management, and priority setting skills.
  • Ability to work successfully in a high-stress environment, handling multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
  • Demonstrated history of on-time delivery of projects; project coordination; and anticipation of issues.
  • Computer literate and open to the development and implementation of innovative delivery systems and enhanced teaching through advanced information technologies.
  • Ability to promote collegiality and build consensus and work as a team member.
  • Knowledge about and skill in motivational and teambuilding techniques.
  • Knowledge and skills in curriculum development, program development, and grant writing
  • Knowledge about county, state, and regional workforce needs.
  • Knowledge of and experience with the external accrediting process for select programs within the scope of the Division.
Job Requirements
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. No significant climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS
  • Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
  • As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
  • A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.
Is Background Check Required? Yes
Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus? No
Posting Detail Information

Posting Number PGCC225711/12
Open Date 05/28/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Background Check Statement
Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.

Application Status: you will receive an email acknowledging receipt of your application, upon which time no further communication occurs unless selected for an interview or the position is filled. If recommended for hire, communication is immediately sent to your references listed on your application. Also, you will receive an email notification from HireRight requesting you to submit authorization to complete a background investigation.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a master's or doctorate degree in one of the fields/disciplines represented in the division? - Humanities: Art, Communication, Dance, Music, Philosophy, Theatre, World Languages. - English: English, Developmental English, English as a Second Language, Reading - Social Sciences: Anthropology, Geography, History, Human Services, Political Science, Psychology, Sociology
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * For applicants with a master's degree, do you have a minimum of 12 years of combined full-time administrative experience (preferably at the department chair level or higher) and post-secondary teaching experience in a college or university setting?
    • Yes
    • No
    • N/A
  3. * For applicants with a doctorate degree, do you have a minimum of 8 years of combined full-time administrative experience (preferably at the department chair level or higher) and post-secondary teaching experience in a college or university setting?
    • Yes
    • No
    • N/A
  4. * Do you have four years of supervisory experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you now or in the future require visa sponsorship to continue working in the United States? As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, candidates must present acceptable documentation showing that they are a U.S. Citizen or a resident authorized to work in the U.S.
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
    • HERC
    • HigherEd Jobs
    • Hispanic Outlook
    • Indeed
    • Personal Referral
    • PGCC Website
    • Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
    • The Chronicle of Higher Ed
    • The Washington Post
    • Other: Please indicate below
    • Educause
  7. How did you hear about this employment opportunity? If you selected "Other" please indicate source:

    (Open Ended Question)

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts
Optional Documents
  1. Letter of Recommendation 1
  2. Letter of Recommendation 2
  3. Curriculum Vitae
  4. Other