LACC Assistant Dean – Selectives, Tracks, And Credentials (STAC)

JOB TITLE: LACC Assistant Dean – Selectives, Tracks, And Credentials (STAC)

DEPARTMENT: Los Angeles College of Chiropractic

STATUS: Exempt, Full-Time

SALARY: $95,000 - $110,000

REPORTS TO: Dean of LACC

JOB SUMMARY:

The Assistant Dean is a full-time faculty administrator who reports to the LACC Dean and oversees chiropractic education in the Department of Selectives, Tracks, And Credentials (STAC), including budgeting, staffing, curriculum and scholarly activity. The Assistant Dean is part of the LACC Dean’s Council and oversees all elective courses (currently numbering about 100, including the Sports Medicine Emphasis courses). The Assistant Dean will devote at least half their time per week to STAC Department administration and leadership, with the remainder focused on teaching, service, scholarship, and other duties as assigned.

The Assistant Dean will supervise at least one part-time staff member serving as support to the Department, and supervise all part-time faculty teaching in the Department, in addition to overseeing and coordinating all teaching in the Department. The Assistant Dean will create and implement a new and compelling approach to Selectives education that advances SCU’s goal of being a leading innovative, value-based institution. Ultimately, this individual will help position SCU as the leader in integrative health care education as they help to differentiate the DC program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Organizational Relationships

Supports the Mission, Vision, and Values of SCU and LACC.
Supports the Dean in establishing program goals, strategy, and direction; serve as part of the leadership team (Dean’s Council) of the Doctor of Chiropractic program.
Collaborates with the Assistant Dean of Chiropractic Education and the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education to support desired academic outcomes – including making the DC program an “anchor” program by pursuing bundled threads, external certification eligibility for students, and degree pathways and microcredentials (and similar innovations).
Collaborates with the Associate Dean, Interprofessional Education (IPE), to create IPE opportunities, measure IPE outcomes, and ensure DC students achieve program and university IPE outcomes.
Works closely with other Deans and Program Directors to ensure collaborative practices, enhance learning at SCU, and improve integration across programs.
Works in alignment with SCU Health System leadership - who have responsibility for the clinical practice and business operations - to ensure the selective courses support clinical expectations and the business and practice model, and ensure and support quality education, value, and an outcome-based approach to patient care.
Supervises, evaluates, and directs the faculty and staff reporting to the Assistant Dean, LACC - STAC.
Oversees relationships with scholar-practitioner faculty teaching in the Department, and serves as a mentor and leader for faculty.

Administration & Personnel Management

Spends at least half their time administrating and leading the Department. The remaining time is spent in teaching, service, and scholarship as directed by the Dean of LACC.
Carries out employee supervisory responsibilities in accordance with SCU’s policies and applicable laws. Manage teaching faculty and oversee teaching quality and learning outcomes in these courses.
Oversees the support staff member, ensuring smooth operation of all scheduling, contract, and support functions of the Department.
Administers day-to-day operations of the Department.
Provides overall direction, coordination, feedback and evaluation of faculty and staff – including performance appraisal and/or annual reviews – by rewarding, training, and disciplining employees according to SCU's policies.
Creates and takes advantage of opportunities that foster professional growth of faculty in the Department.
Transforms the Department by streamlining offerings, aligning with external certifications, creating bundling and repackaging opportunities, and even participating in the development of Masters’ offerings with the Program Launch Planning team.
Collaborates with other areas and external stakeholders as needed to further develop, streamline and improve the STAC department and course offerings.

Academic Leadership

Promotes a culture of scholarship and teaching excellence within faculty; oversees and coordinate faculty scholarly activities of all reporting faculty.
Sets an example for DC faculty by engaging in teaching, service, and scholarship.
Ensures that the STAC Department remains focused on educational excellence and student learning, preparing students for SCU’s clinical model of integrative health education.
Promotes an environment of creativity and innovation, aligning academic priorities and initiatives with quality, relevant, marketable, innovative offerings.
Streamlines available offerings to make them simpler to offer and schedule, make them more compelling to students and prospective students, and emphasize areas of marketability and competitive advantage for SCU.
Pursues micro-credentials, externally recognized certifications, and similarly attractive and compelling options; certificates/concentrations in business/practice management, nutrition/functional medicine, sports medicine, chiropractic technique, and/or similar bundled threads; and streamlining and further improving sports medicine offerings (including consideration of Masters Degree development).
Collaborates with Academic Leadership on the development of other bundles in association with existing and developing degree and certificate offerings.
Pursues possible dual degrees and degree pathways for students in conjunction with the LACC Dean.
Utilizes curriculum design and program design principles to achieve excellence, efficiency, quality, and innovation in offerings that are marketable and compelling.

Curriculum Management, Program Assessment, & Accreditation

Ensures measurement and achievement of LACC program learning outcomes (PLOs) and pertinent Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) within Department courses and threads.
Works with the Chiropractic Leadership Team/Deans Council to develop an overarching assessment plan (in coordination with the Office of Institutional and Academic Insights); ensure assessments are effective and efficient.
Works with faculty on the development and assessment of appropriate course objectives that are in alignment with LACC’s PLOs, CCE meta-competencies, and SCU’s University Learning Outcomes (ULOs) as appropriate.
Works cooperatively with the Dean in the assessment of student learning to develop appropriate course learning objectives; implements assessment measures and submits required assessment reports in harmony with the University Assessment Plan.
Maintains knowledge of - and ensures STAC and chiropractic curriculum meets - all regional and programmatic accreditation standards; participates in self-studies for accreditation.
Collaborates on accreditation processes, including the creation and analysis of reports of student achievement of meta-competency outcomes.
Proposes and implements curricular, assessment, and program design improvement and development initiatives through appropriate governance structures.
Makes the DC program a true “anchor” program, with STAC supporting and offering value-added tracks with recognized credentials, qualification for certification, developed pathways for Masters and dual degrees (MBA, MHA, MACM, etc.), “3+1" arrangements, affiliations and other opportunities, based on quality, relevance, marketability, and innovation.
Ensures best practices in adult education are utilized and that faculty are on-boarded and mentored and trained accordingly.
Collaborate with SCU’s Health System leadership to support student clinical readiness and excellence through education in the Department.

Compliance

Complies with SCU’s policies, and state and federal laws as applicable.

Fiscal Oversight

Manages faculty workload, hiring and MOUs, department budget, staffing, space allocation, and equipment/facility needs; includes oversight of all STAC courses and their associated outcomes, budget, syllabi, faculty scheduling, SRIs, student experience, etc.

Miscellaneous

Participates in appropriate university activities; serves on task forces and committees, including the Dean’s Council, as required by the Dean.
Participates in community activities and (professional) organizations as appropriate while representing the university.
Participates in the interviewing, hiring, and training of faculty.
Completes delegated tasks and responsibilities in a timely manner.
Fulfill other duties as assigned.

ATTENDANCE:

Must be punctual and timely in meeting all requirements of performance, including, but not limited to, attendance standards and work deadlines; beginning and ending assignments on time; and scheduled work breaks, where applicable.

LOCATION:

This position includes administrative responsibilities, teaching, teamwork, supervision, and personal interaction, and therefore can be performed partially on-site and partially remotely. A hybrid schedule including on-site scheduled attendance and remote days is expected, upon the supervisor’s approval.

Address: 16200 Amber Valley Drive, Whittier CA 90604

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This position oversees faculty and at least one administrative staff member. Is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of this unit. Also directly supervises all part-time faculty teaching in the unit. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education and/or Experience:

Doctor of Chiropractic degree from a CCE accredited program that is licensure eligible in California.
Must hold a California DC license or obtain one within six months of the job start date.
Minimum 2 years experience in higher education overseeing academic organizational units, such as Departments, strongly preferred.
Experience developing curriculum bundles, threads, or programs preferred.
Experience in middle administration at an accredited healthcare professional program is preferred.
Five (5) or more years of successful teaching and/or clinical experience, or equivalent, in an accredited institute of higher education preferred.
Track record of scholarly production preferred.

COMMUNICATION AND LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
Ability to write speeches and articles for publication that conform to prescribed style and format.
Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of: Internet Software; Payroll Systems; Spreadsheet Software (Excel); Word Processing Software (Word); Electronic Mail Software (Outlook); Presentation software (PowerPoint); andoom-specific programs like Canvas, Zoom, ExamSoft, and others.

ORGANIZATIONAL SKILLS:

Strong organizational skills; detail oriented and accurate with ability to multi-task.
Ability to think and act strategically.
Ability to develop and manage projects.
Ability to prioritize work, perform well under pressure and maintain productivity despite interruptions.
Ability to get along and cooperate with co-workers and work as team member.
Ability to respond politely to customers/students/candidates.
Ability to think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations.
Ability to function under intense time pressure.
Ability to continue to perform well under pressure.
Ability to multi-task.

COMPETENCIES:

Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.
Business Acumen - Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals.
Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Demonstrates attention to detail.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.
Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.
Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.
External Working Relationships - Develops and maintains courteous and effective working relationships with clients, vendors and/or any other representatives of external organizations.
Change Management - Communicates changes effectively; Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; Prepares and supports those affected by change; Monitors transition and evaluates results.
Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; Completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; Supports organization's goals and values; Benefits organization through outside activities; Supports affirmative action and respects diversity.
Delegation - Delegates work assignments; Matches the responsibility to the person; Gives authority to work independently; Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities; Provides recognition for results.
Managing People - Includes staff in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement; Takes responsibility for subordinates' activities; Makes self available to staff; Provides regular performance feedback; Develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth; Solicits and applies customer feedback (internal and external); Fosters quality focus in others; Improves processes, products and services.; Continually works to improve supervisory skills.
Business Necessity – The needs of the employer may be dependent on responding to and anticipating rapidly changing external and internal demands in all aspects of how business is conducted. This may include, but is not limited to, organization structure, finances, goals, personnel, work processes, technology, and customer demands. Therefore, it may become necessary to make modifications to how business is conducted and work is accomplished, with minimal or no advance notice to employees. Accordingly, the employee must be capable of adapting, with minimal or no advance notice, to changes in how business is conducted and work is accomplished, with no diminishment in work performance.
Safety and Security –All employees are responsible for observing safety and security procedures as applicable and reporting potentially unsafe conditions to management.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently move or lift up to 10 pounds and/or occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

SCU CORE VALUES:

Integrative Health: We teach, learn, collaborate, and lead by creating an open environment for multiple disciplines and professionals to bring their shared and unique skills together for the benefit of patients and students.

Evidence-based Practice: We value a culture of inquiry, assessment, research, scholarship, and judicious use of current best evidence to inform our decisions and work.

Health Equity: We value people equally. We strive to educate graduates that are prepared to improve individual and community health.

Inclusivity: We welcome everyone regardless of age, race, ethnicity, class, religion, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, or any other similar or protected status. We believe inclusivity leads to more diversity in our reasoning, better representativeness in our conclusions, more ingenuity in our problem solving, and greater equity in our care.