Department Chair, Commercial Vehicles/Powersports
Nampa
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Job no:
496103
Advertised:
MST
Contract Length:
11 months
Position Status:
FT - Full-Time
Reports To:
Dean, School of Industry, Engineering, Trades
Posted Pay Range:
$60,383.00 - $75,479.00
About Us:
College of Western Idaho (CWI) is committed to empowering students to succeed by providing affordable and accessible education to advance the local and global workforce.
Offering premier programs and degrees that make a difference, CWI remains a top choice for higher education in the Treasure Valley. Empowering the community one student at a time, CWI moves fearlessly forward paving the way to bold new futures with flexible options, exceptional tuition value, and support every step of the way.
Visit Why CWI to learn more.
What’s in it for you?
At CWI, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. By joining our team, you will be part of a vibrant community dedicated to excellence and innovation. You will have the opportunity to work with passionate professionals and contribute to the success of our students and programs.
Unparalleled benefits:
Here are some of the Essential Functions:
- Instructional Leadership and Faculty Development
- Guide and support faculty by conducting teaching observations, facilitating regular evaluations, and addressing instructional complaints from students.
- Develop mentoring and acculturation programs for adjunct faculty to foster integration and professional growth.
- Ensure all faculty meet and maintain required industry certifications and credentials, particularly for CTE faculty, while coordinating ongoing professional development.
- Departmental Operations and Resource Management
- Oversee the development and maintenance of the annual class schedule, ensuring alignment with institutional goals and faculty expertise.
- Manage departmental budgets, recordkeeping, and operational needs, including dual credit programs, assessment, and facility requirements.
- Regularly review and recommend updates to special course fees in alignment with institutional policies.
- Program Development and Industry Collaboration
- Lead outreach and research efforts to develop additional degree programs and certificates, addressing emerging industry trends and workforce needs.
- Collaborate with faculty to recruit employers and industry representatives for program advisory committees, ensuring meaningful technical advisory committee (TAC) engagement and compliance with ICTE reporting requirements.
- Recruitment, Hiring, and Performance Management
- Supervise recruitment, hiring, and performance management processes for departmental faculty and staff, ensuring timely evaluations and effective onboarding.
- Maintain an understanding of credentialing requirements for new CTE faculty and ensure compliance with ICTE standards.
- Accreditation and Continuous Improvement
- Support faculty through accreditation processes by ensuring alignment with standards and facilitating the necessary documentation.
- Lead initiatives to enhance instructional quality, address program needs, and uphold the values and mission of the institution in all departmental activities.
Some of the minimums we are looking for:
- Two years of leadership or supervisory experience.
- Three years of commercial vehicle (heavy equipment focus) experience
- Management experience in achieving accountability for decisions; inspiring team members to meet and exceed goals and objectives; and identifying the strengths and development areas of team members.
- At least 1+ year of demonstrated teaching or training experience
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.
Interested?
We invite and welcome all applicants and look forward to receiving your application! Keep in mind, your qualifications and expertise need not precisely match the job description to be considered for this role.