Department Chairperson, Law Center

Overview

The Department Chairperson provides academic leadership, serves as an integral member of the College and Campus administrative teams, and works closely with Associate Deans, School Directors, Academic Deans and Campus Presidents. The position provides support and advice in the collective bargaining process, and ensures adherence to relevant areas of any 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.

• Supervises the development and/or revision of curricula; implements instructional programs
• Develops course schedules and faculty assignments
• Hires, supervises and evaluates personnel; hires adjunct faculty
• Teaches at least one (1) three (3) credit course within the discipline per academic year
• Ensures departmental compliance with SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) and the (ABA) American Bar Association accreditation guidelines
• Prepares and maintains budget
• Ensures the effective implementation of the faculty advancement process
• 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
• Engages in resource development activities
• Resolves issues and problems that may arise with faculty, staff and students
• Provides training opportunities for employees
• Performs other duties as assigned

• Juris Doctor’s degree awarded by an ABA accredited institution and must be in good standing within the Florida Bar or other State Bar
• All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution
• Experience working with and supervising Paralegals
• Knowledge and understanding of College organization, goals and objectives, and policies and procedures
• Possess an in-depth understanding of paralegal education
• Possess knowledge of ABA Guidelines and approval process
• Excellent organizational and communication skills (both oral and written)
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to effectively communicate with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in a diverse community
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office software applications and specific computer programs related to area of responsibility
• 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
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to supervise and train assigned staff including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include evenings, weekends, and outreach locations
• Ability to work well in a multi-ethnic and multi-cultural environment with students, faculty and staff

• 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.

The final candidate is to successfully complete a background screening and reference check process.