Associate Dean (Social Science)

Associate Dean (Social Science)

Salary

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Location

Campus - To be determined by department, MI

Job Type

Administrator

Job Number

202301286

Department

Dean of Arts and Sciences

Division

Social Science

Opening Date

07/29/2026

Closing Date

8/26/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Bargaining Unit

MCAAP

Salary Range

114617 - $131658 or per the collective agreement

Position Level

Level 2

Working Hours and/or Working Conditions

Working Hours and/or Working Conditions Usual office conditions. Travel between campuses.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Written/Verbal Presentation Skills: Documented or demonstrated skills or experiences which verify professional communication ability. Technological Proficiency: Knowledge of and evidence of ability to provide leadership for the use of technology in the classroom and for office and management tasks. Curriculum: Evidence of skill in relevant curriculum development and ability to lead the design and revision of curricula to maintain relevancy and meet changing needs. Assessment: Knowledge of and demonstrated ability to provide leadership for assessment of student academic achievement. Leadership Potential: Evidence of skills in supervision and leadership role(s) or activities. Community College Mission: Knowledge of, or commitment to learn, the unique mission(s) of the comprehensive community college and its place in higher education. Shared Governance: Knowledge of the concepts and practices of academic governance, including employee involvement and individual accountability. Learning Theory and Practice: Knowledge of, or commitment to learn and use concepts and practices promoting effective teaching and learning.

Supervision

Supervision SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the Dean of Arts and Science. SUPERVISION GIVEN: Provides direction and coordination of assigned programs and staff. Provides direct supervision of employees (full and adjunct faculty and staff) to assure performance is in accordance with College and division procedures and objectives. Acts for the Dean in the Dean's absence.

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Job Function

The Associate Dean provides administrative management and leadership for assigned departments in collaboration with faculty and other divisional administrators and in a manner consistent with established College policies and procedures. The Associate Dean is expected to exhibit initiative, enthusiasm, and teamwork in accomplishing the responsibilities of the position.

Job Responsibilities

Management:

• Provide the day-to-day management of assigned campus. departments including supervision of full and adjunct faculty and staff.
• Coordinate the scheduling of faculty, courses and facilities.
• Establish outcomes, procedures, timelines and performance criteria for short and long-term planning related to academic programs and administration.
• Achieve understanding of and implement all appropriate labor contract provisions and personnel policies.
• Select, recommend and evaluate full and adjunct faculty and staff in accordance with College policies and provisions of labor agreements.
• Participate in budget development and monitor budgets.
• Participate in providing alternative delivery systems.
• Meet with students to discuss problems or complaints and assist in devising equitable responses and solutions.
• Achieve understanding of the use and capabilities of the Institutional Information System (IIS), Learning Management System (LMS) and other technologies which support the academic program and administration.
• Assist in maintenance and security of facilities, supplies, and equipment.
• Assist in planning and development of educational specifications for physical facilities for construction or remodeling.
• Administer grants.
• Represent the College.
• Serve on committees as appropriate.

Leadership:

• Work collaboratively to achieve departmental, divisional and institutional initiatives.
• Communicate in an effective and timely manner.
• Encourage and promote professional staff development.
• Provide College-wide curriculum leadership in areas as assigned.
• Nurture pedagogical best practices.
• Evaluate relevancy and viability of curriculum in collaboration with faculty and appropriate offices.
• Nurture positive faculty relations.
• Proactively pursue entrepreneurial activities which bene?t the department, division and institution.
• Encourage, support and nurture articulation agreements with both K-12 and 4-year institutions in collaboration with the offices of Outreach and Recruitment and Articulation and Transfer Services.
• Provide leadership in assessing student academic achievement.
• Provide leadership to improve academic success, retention and the attainment of educational goals.
• Encourage, support and establish academic partnerships with K-12, 4-year institutions and businesses and industry.

Research and Report Preparation:

• Conduct research, gather and interpret data and prepare reports both unique to the department/division and in collaboration with the institutional research, planning or other appropriate offices.
• Present data in a clear and concise manner, written or oral.

Technology:

• Provide technological leadership for the enhancement of office productivity and management.
• Encourage, support and nurture the integration of instructional technology into the curriculum.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Master's degree in an Arts and Sciences discipline from an accredited institution is required. A degree in a social sciences discipline is preferred.

Qualifications

A minimum of three years' successful administrative experience or demonstrated leadership experience related to the duties with 1-2 years at the post -secondary level.

Macomb Community College offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees and their eligible dependents including health, dental, vision, and hearing aid coverage, and optional benefits of a health savings and dependent care and/or flexible spending accounts. We also offer full-time employee's options for retirement, deferred compensation plans, life and voluntary insurances, short-term disability, tuition waivers and reimbursement and paid holidays.

To learn more visit our Bargaining Unit Information page

https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/employment-information/bargaining-unit-information.html

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Do you have a minimum of three years' successful administrative experience or demonstrated leadership experience related to the duties with 1-2 years at the post -secondary level.

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• No

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Do you have a Masters degree or higher in an Arts and Sciences discipline from an accredited institution.

• Yes
• No

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Employer Macomb Community College

Address 16000 Hall Rd

Clinton Township, Michigan, 48038

Phone 586-445-7885

Website https://www.macomb.edu/human-resources/index.html