Work collaboratively with faculty colleagues and academic leadership regarding course, curriculum, and program development; teaching innovation; student retention and completion; course and program enrollment initiatives; the assessment of student learning, testing, and grading; instructor training and mentoring; establishment and compliance with program/department/school policies; and, advancement of the College's mission, underlying principles, and strategic plan. Interpersonal Skills: Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.