Job Description

Job Summary
This position provides academic leadership to the Mathematics Department and serves as an integral member of the College and Campus administrative team. Facilitates learning, quality teaching, scholarships and services. Provides support and advice in the collective bargaining agreement.

This is a Professional Exempt Contractual (PEC) position for which an annual contract reflecting the base salary within the fiscal year (July 1st to June 30th) will be issued after ratification by Miami Dade College’s District Board of Trustees.

Duties & Responsibilities
Supervises the development and/or revision of curricula, and implements instructional programs
Develops course schedules and faculty assignments
Hires, supervises, evaluates personnel
Teaches at least one (1) course within the discipline per academic year
Prepares and maintains departmental budgets
Manages labs, equipment, and other departmental resources
Ensures the effective implementation of the faculty advancement process and adheres to the collective bargaining agreement
Provides program information and ensures the availability of advisement services for students
Serves on Campus and College-wide committees
Participates in the development and implementation of College policies, procedures, and guidelines
Resolves issues and problems that may arise with faculty, staff, and students
Performs other related duties as required
Minimum Requirements
Masters degree in a Mathematics, Science or related field and five (5) years of combined experience in Education
All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
Knowledge and understanding of a wide range of instructional systems development, training methods, techniques, and formats
Knowledge of the requirements of accreditation agencies
Excellent organizational and communication skills (both oral and written)
Skill in budget preparation and management
Ability to supervise and train assigned staff including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors
Skill in Microsoft and business related computer applications
Ability to work a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend assignments
Ability to work in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment
Essential Position
This function/position has been designated as “essential.” This means that when the College is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover and continue operations at the College