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JOB REQUIREMENTS: We believe every member on our team enriches our diversity by exposing us to a broad range of ways to understand and engage with the world, identify challenges, and to discover, design, and deliver solutions. We value the ability to serve students from a broad range of cultural heritages, socioeconomic backgrounds, genders, abilities, and orientations. Therefore, we seek applicants who demonstrate they understand the benefits of diversity in a higher education community. Consideration will be given to equity-minded individuals committed to collaborating with faculty, staff, administration, students, and community partners who are also committed to closing equity gaps. You belong here. See why you will love working at NWTC. POSITION SUMMARY Provide leadership to engage and align assigned instructional teams in achieving the mission, vision, values and goals of the College. Ensure quality education and training is delivered and accessible to all district constituents to meet the goals and economic development of the communities in the district. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the functions identified in the job description. Essential Functions Statement(s) Provide leadership to instructional program teams in the design, development, and implementation of curricula and initiatives that support student success. Create an environment of open, honest dialogue. Develop and articulate a clear vision and direction that utilizes innovation and creativity to maximize opportunities for improvement and growth for the program team and that align with strategic initiatives of the College and student success. Lead planning, budgeting, and resource allocation efforts to maximize operational efficiency within program areas and to ensure a state-of-the-art learning environment. Cultivate a team climate, which engages staff to develop and accomplish the goals and objectives of the team action plan as it relates to the team and the College. Foster an environment which values the diversity of ideas and people; attract and retain a culturally diverse workforce. Manage the human resource needs of the department including the selection, retention, performance management, and development of employees, both direct and indirect reporting employees. Utilize key indicators such as FTE targets, contract services revenue, class size, student success, placement data, etc. to ensure that program areas and regional productivity and improvement goals are met. Ensure viable, relevant, and high-quality curriculum is utilized in all program areas, i.e. associate degree, technical diploma, certificate, and continuing education. Develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with State, Federal, district, and programmatic accreditation requirements and to ensure a safe learning environment. Participate in college-wide committees to provide input on academic policy and programs and other matters related to the College. Develop and manage strategic partner relationships with technology suppliers, business and industry, community organizations, and secondary and post-secondary educational institutions. Ensure student success through developing a safe and engaging learning environment, resolving student and faculty conflict, and modeling customer service. Facilitate the use of facilities, equipment, purchasing, and scheduling to ensure programmatic and continuing education needs are met. Develop, manage, and coordinate strategic initiatives to enhance economic development, i.e. K-12 initiatives, committee and board participation on strategic initiatives, assisting with securing grant funding, etc. ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Two ye rs occupational experience outside the field of education Two years teaching experience, preferably in post-secondary education, is required. Cultural Competence: Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion and sensitivity to and understanding of a diverse community of college students, faculty, and staff. *NWTC welcomes candidates who currently possess the desired skills and experience and are committed to learning and growing. Computer Skills Microsoft Office Suite Other Requirements Must hold a valid driver\'s license and be insurable under the District\'s standard insurance policy terms. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Other: NWTC does not discriminate on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, creed, marital status, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic testing or other applicable legislated categories, (\"each a protected class\"). Inquiries regarding the College\'s nondiscrimination policies may be directed to the Vice President for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at (920) 498-6826 or equity@nwtc.edu. Apply Online: www.nwtc.edu/jobs