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The Dean provides strategic, innovative, and student-centered leadership for the College's largest academic division while overseeing division operations including academic programming, personnel, budgeting, planning, compliance, and student success initiatives. Broad knowledge of educational pedagogy and new methodologies, strategies, and tools, including technologies and multi-media that support engaged learning and the needs of underprepared students required.

Dean, Arts & Sciences DivisionSalaryDepends on QualificationsLocationMain Campus, NCJob TypeFull TimeDivisionOffice of Academic AffairsDepartmentDivision of Arts & SciencesOpening Date03/25/2026FLSAExempt<ul><li>Description</li><li>Benefits</li><li>Questions</li></ul>Job Vacancy DetailsOpen Until Filled; Application Review Will Begin April 15thThe Division of Arts and Sciences plays a critical role in supporting first-year student success and transfer pathways. The Dean of Arts and Sciences leads efforts to strengthen enrollment, improve student progression and completion, and expand opportunities for successful transfer to four-year institutions. The Dean provides strategic, innovative, and student-centered leadership for the College's largest academic division while overseeing division operations including academic programming, personnel, budgeting, planning, compliance, and student success initiatives.The Dean serves as a forward-thinking academic leader who guides the division through continuous improvement and growth while maintaining strong academic standards. The position works collaboratively across the institution to ensure programs support retention, completion, and transfer readiness while aligning with the College's mission, accreditation standards, and strategic priorities.This role serves as a key leadership role in advancing the College's strategic priorities and strengthening the Arts and Sciences division as a central driver of student success, academic excellence, and institutional growth.Click here to learn more about the Arts & Sciences DivisionWhat Youll Do<ul><li>Provide strategic and visionary leadership for all division programs and services, developing and assessing plans aligned with institutional goals while fostering innovation and continuous improvement.</li><li>Lead initiatives that expand enrollment, improve retention, increase completion rates, and strengthen transfer outcomes for students within the division.</li><li>Use data and evidence-based practices to guide decision-making, evaluate program effectiveness, and support initiatives that improve student success and transfer outcomes.</li><li>Foster a collaborative, high-performing academic culture that supports innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.</li><li>Champion innovation in teaching and learning, encouraging faculty to explore effective instructional strategies, course redesign, and emerging technologies that support student engagement and academic success.</li><li>Oversee academic quality and compliance including curriculum development, program review, assessment, accreditation requirements, and alignment with transfer standards and institutional goals.</li><li>Promote academic excellence through the development and evaluation of programs that prepare students for successful transfer and continued academic achievement at four-year institutions.</li><li>Support continuous improvement in instructional quality through data-informed decision-making and assessment of student learning outcomes.</li><li>Encourage faculty engagement in instructional improvement initiatives and innovative learning strategies.</li><li>Strengthen transfer pathways by developing and maintaining articulation agreements with universities and other educational partners.</li><li>Collaborate with university partners to ensure alignment of curriculum and academic standards that support seamless transfer opportunities.</li><li>Support initiatives that expand dual enrollment, early college, and other transfer-oriented pathways for high school students.</li><li>Promote student success through collaboration with advising, tutoring, and student support services.</li><li>Lead initiatives designed to improve student persistence, academic progress, and completion within the division.</li><li>Address student concerns in a fair and consistent manner while maintaining academic integrity and institutional standards.</li><li>Participate in recruitment, outreach, and enrollment initiatives that promote access to Arts and Sciences programs.</li><li>Supervise faculty and staff within the division, coordinating recruitment, orientation, evaluation, and professional development activities.</li><li>Foster a collaborative and supportive environment that encourages faculty engagement in student success initiatives and instructional innovation.</li><li>Engage faculty in collaborative planning and shared responsibility for advancing student success, instructional quality, and academic innovation.</li><li>Establish clear expectations for performance and accountability aligned with institutional priorities.</li><li>Manage division budgets and resources including financial planning, purchasing, equipment, and facilities.</li><li>Align course scheduling and resource allocation with enrollment patterns and student needs to ensure efficient program delivery.</li><li>Support external funding opportunities and partnerships that enhance academic programs and student opportunities.</li><li>Represent the division through participation in institutional planning, governance processes, and college committees.</li><li>Serve as a liaison with university partners, advisory groups, and community stakeholders to support transfer education and student opportunity.</li><li>Participate in outreach and partnership efforts that strengthen the College's role as a regional educational leader.</li><li>Interpret and enforce institutional, state, and federal policies related to curriculum, instruction, and academic administration.</li><li>Ensure accurate documentation, reporting, and compliance with accreditation and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Maintain professional standards, confidentiality, and active engagement in meetings, professional development, and institutional initiatives.</li><li>Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul>Our Values:At Pitt Community College, our culture is built on excellence, collaboration, innovation, accountability and a student-centered focus. We expect our employees to embrace the following cultural statements:<ul><li>Every role contributes to student success.</li><li>We treat one another with respect and work together as one team.</li><li>We embrace creativity, adaptability, and new ideas to stay relevant.</li><li>We act with integrity, accountability, and responsible stewardship.</li><li>We put students first, designing programs and services that help them thrive in college, career and life.</li></ul>What We Are Looking ForMinimum Qualifications<ul><li>Master's degree in a discipline within Arts and Sciences from a regionally accredited institution</li><li>Minimum of five years of teaching experience, preferably at a community college.</li><li>Minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience in academic leadership or administration (e.g., Division Chair, Program Director, Associate Dean, or similar role).</li><li>Experience with local and state policies and trends pertaining to transfer in higher education.</li><li>Broad knowledge of educational pedagogy and new methodologies, strategies, and tools, including technologies and multi-media that support engaged learning and the needs of underprepared students required.</li><li>Knowledge of curriculum development, program assessment, accreditation standards, and academic policy implementation.</li><li>Demonstrated commitment to student success, instructional innovation, and continuous improvement.</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>PhD or EdD from an accredited institution</li><li>Experience in the NC Community College System</li><li>Three years of experience as an academic dean</li></ul>Additional InformationWork Environment: Primarily office setting; frequent interaction across campus departments, community agencies, and accrediting bodies. The role requires regular movement between classrooms, labs, and administrative offices. The position involves managing multiple complex priorities, meeting deadlines, and participating in strategic planning, committee work, and accreditation activities. Routinely collaborates with faculty, staff, students, clinical partners, and external stakeholders, requiring strong communication skills and professionalism. Work is primarily administrative but requires adaptability, problem-solving, and a high level of confidentiality in decision-making.Physical Demands:<ul><li>Ability to sit or stand for extended periods while working at a computer, attending meetings, or conducting supervisory activities.</li><li>Regular walking across campus to visit classrooms, labs, divison spaces, offices, and event sites.</li><li>Occasional lifting or moving of materials, files, or equipment weighing up to 20-25 pounds, such as accreditation binders, presentation materials, or instructional supplies.</li><li>Sufficient visual and auditory capacity to participate in meetings, observe program activities, review detailed documents, and engage in discussions in both small and large group settings.</li><li>Occasional bending, reaching, or repositioning to access files, equipment, or instructional spaces.</li><li>Ability to manage sustained periods of concentration and decision-making.</li></ul>Normal Working Hours: Standard schedule, Monday - Friday; the Dean must maintain flexibility to work early mornings, evenings, or occasional weekends to meet program needs, attend events, oversee accreditation activities, or address urgent issues. The position may require local travel to advisory board meetings, community partners, and professional development events. Peak periods-such as accreditation cycles, budget planning, or semester transitions-may necessitate extended hours.Pitt Community College provides a wide variety of benefits available to full time employees. These benefits include: health, dental, vision, life insurance, optional life and disability insurance plans, flexible spending account for health care/dependent care, NC State Retirement, and a deferred compensation program (401K, 457, 529).Pitt Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.01Please select your highest level of education.<ul><li>Some High School, Did Not Graduate</li><li>High School or Equivalent</li><li>Some College</li><li>Associates Degree</li><li>Bachelors Degree</li><li>Masters Degree/Post Graduate</li><li>Doctorate</li></ul>02What discipline is your Masters degree in?03How many years of teaching experience do you have?<ul><li>No previous experience</li><li>1 - 2 years</li><li>2 years to less than 3 years</li><li>3 years to less than 4 years</li><li>4 years to less than 5 years</li><li>5 years or more</li></ul>04Do you have at least five (5) years of progressive leadership experience (Dean, Associate Dean, Program Chair/Coordinator, or similar role)?<ul><li>Yes</li><li>No</li></ul>05Please briefly tell us what interests you about this position.Required QuestionEmployer Pitt Community CollegeAddress PO Drawer 7007Greenville, North Carolina, 27835Phone 252-493-7753Website <a href="http://www.pittcc.edu" rel="nofollow">http://www.pittcc.edu</a>

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Bachelor's degree in music therapy which includes a six-month internship from an appropriately accredited institution.orBachelor's degree in music or music education with an equivalency in music therapy which includes a six-month internship from an appropriately accredited institution.orBachelor's degree in one of the creative/expressive arts areas (art, dance, drama, music) from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in all phases of therapeutic programming.oran equivalent combination of education and experience. Duties include planning and implementing active treatment groups, documentation of patient's response to treatment, conducting Rehabilitation Services assessments, Creative/Expressive Arts evaluations upon referral and assisting treatment teams in developing individualized treatment plans.

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AgencyDivisionJob Classification TitleCreative/Expressive Arts Therapist (NS)Position NumberGradeMH08About UsNorth Carolina State Government is one of the state's largest employers, with over 76,000 employees all working toward a common goal: a safer and stronger North Carolina. We are a large organization comprised of various agencies, offices, and universities, each providing important public services.Eligible state employees are entitled to comprehensive benefits, including a variety of leave options, professional development opportunities, insurance, and more. To learn more about the benefits of being a North Carolina state employee, visit the N.C. Office of State Human Resources'' website.Permanent, temporary, and time-limited state government jobs can be found from the mountains to the coast. Find your next opportunity today!Description of WorkThis position will provide Creative and Expressive Arts Services for the patients throughout the hospital. Duties include planning and implementing active treatment groups, documentation of patient's response to treatment, conducting Rehabilitation Services assessments, Creative/Expressive Arts evaluations upon referral and assisting treatment teams in developing individualized treatment plans. This position may also provide Creative/Expressive Arts activities and/or assist with other special activities as scheduled, may include evenings and weekends. Work hours are Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and evenings/ weekends/holidays as scheduled.Knowledge Skills and Abilities/Management PreferencesRecruitment Range: $41,857.00 - $62,786.00Candidates now meet the minimum qualifications of a position if they meet the minimum education and experience listed on the vacancy announcement.The Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)/ Management Preferences are not required. Applicants who possess the following skills are preferred: Maximum of 5 per Session Law· Considerable knowledge of the therapeutic creative/expressive arts therapy principles, techniques, and methods and their application to the population being served.· Ability to conduct creative/expressive arts therapy services to support mental health treatment plan.·Ability to implement a variety of assessment methods to create individualized goals and interventions.· Ability to evaluate and document client progress towards goals to present to interdisciplinary team meetings.· Ability to integrate a philosophy of creative/expressive arts which is therapeutic in nature into a clinical program.This Position Is Designated as Mandatory and Must Report or Stay Over During Adverse Weather Events.We Will Be Recruiting for Multiple Positions with This Post. Your Application Will Be Considered for All Noted Open Positions. About the Facility:Cherry Hospital is a State-of-the-Art Psychiatric hospital located in Goldsboro, North Carolina.  Cherry Hospital serves the 38 most eastern counties of North Carolina with a mission to serve those with the greatest need and the fewest resources. We strive to create a healing environment in which every team member has opportunity to positively impact on the lives of those around them and the individuals we serve. Learn more about our facility at <a href="https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/state-psychiatric-hospitals" rel="nofollow">https://www.ncdhhs.gov/divisions/state-operated-healthcare-facilities/facilities/state-psychiatric-hospitals</a>. In addition to a very competitive salary, this opportunity offers an excellent benefits package, loan repayment opportunities, employment stability and rewarding professional opportunities.Supplemental Contact Information:DHHS uses the Merit-Based Recruitment and Selection Plan to fill positions subject to the State Human Resources Act with the most qualified individuals.  Hiring salary will be based on relevant qualifications, internal equity, and budgetary considerations pertinent to the advertised position.Positions in the Division of State Operated Healthcare Facilities shall be subject to pre-employment drug testing and criminal record background checks. Also, the use of tobacco products of any kind including vapor products are prohibited from our campuses. All employees are required to adhere to the facility''s Vaccination Policy.Application Process Be sure to complete the application in its entirety.   Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completing this application.Information should be provided in the appropriate areas, to include the following: Education, including high school and all degrees obtained, Work Experience, and Certificates & Licenses. It is critical to our screening and salary determination process that applications contain comprehensive candidate information.Answers to Supplemental Questions are not a substitute for providing all relevant information within the body of your application. To receive credit for the supplemental questions, you must provide supporting information within the "Work Experience" section of the application, to support your answers.If multiple applications are submitted to an individual posting, only the most recent application received prior to the closing date will be accepted. Applications must be submitted by 11:59 PM prior to the closing date.Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information regarding the status of your application over the phone. To check the status of your application, please log in to your account.  Upon the closing date, applications are "Under Review" and will be screened by Human Resources for the qualified applicants. The hiring process may take several weeks.Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions.  Transcripts and degree evaluations may be uploaded with your application. The State of North Carolina/Office of State Human Resources uses the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) as a referral resource for applicants who need to have their credentials certified as equivalent. For a list of organizations that perform this specialized service, please visit the NACES membership website at <a href="https://www.naces.org/members" rel="nofollow">https://www.naces.org/members</a>.  Veteran's and National Guard PreferenceApplicants seeking Veteran''s Preference must attach a DD-214 Member-4 Form (Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty) to their applications.Applicants seeking National Guard Preference must attach an NGB 23A (RPAS), along with the state application if they are a current member of the NC National Guard in good standing.Applicants who are former members of either the NC Army National Guard or the NC Air National Guard, with honorable discharge and six years of creditable service, must attach a copy of DD 256 or NGB 22, along with the state application. ADA AccommodationsConsistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA), DHHS is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, DHHS will ensure that people with disabilities, or known limitations covered by the PWFA, are provided with reasonable accommodation.  If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact the person indicated below.Applicants will be communicated via email only for updates on the status of their application. If there are any questions about this posting other than your application status, please contact HR at Cherry Hospital (919)947-7478.Minimum Education and ExperienceSome state job postings say you can qualify by an "equivalent combination of education and experience." If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.Bachelor's degree in music therapy which includes a six-month internship from an appropriately accredited institution.orBachelor's degree in music or music education with an equivalency in music therapy which includes a six-month internship from an appropriately accredited institution.orBachelor's degree in one of the creative/expressive arts areas (art, dance, drama, music) from an appropriately accredited institution and two years of experience in all phases of therapeutic programming.oran equivalent combination of education and experience. Administering the class: if the creative/expressive arts degree program has a therapeutic equivalency or emphasis, the experience requirements will be waived.EEO StatementThe State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.Recruiter:Jennifer JonesRecruiter Email:JENNIFER.L.JONES@DHHS.NC.GOV

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