Aaniiih Nakoda College, Harlem, Montana
Dean of Academic Affairs Position Description
The Dean of Academic Affairs is the chief academic officer for Aaniiih Nakoda College. This position is responsible for ensuring that the College meets all accreditation academic standards and requirements. The Dean provides oversight of the academic curriculum and serves as the Chair of the Curriculum Committee. S/he is responsible for the supervision of all full-time faculty and adjunct faculty including recruitment, annual performance evaluation, curriculum assignments, committee assignments, developmental education, and other means of facilitating a successful academic environment. The Dean works closely with the faculty to revise, development propose new academic programs and course offerings, The Dean directs the assessment of academic programs and general education. The Dean supervises the Library Director and activities which services both the College and the Fort Belknap Community. S/he works closely with the Registrar to schedule courses, workshops, and other academic activities. It is also important for the Dean to work closely with Student Services to ensure strong student academic advising, the Finance Department to effectively implement academic programs and activities, and to collaborate on the means to serve students most effectively. The Dean serves on the President’s Executive Team and advises the College on all academic-related matters. This position also serves as the principle investigator on academic grant funds projects for the College.
Requirements:
➢Preferred Doctoral degree (earned) in the field of education or closely related to this education. Required Master’s degree in the field of education or closely related to this job description.
➢Five years of experience in curriculum development.
➢Five years of postsecondary teaching experience, preferably at the tribal college.
➢Familiarity with tribal colleges and universities.
➢Knowledge of the Aaniinen and Nakoda history and culture.
➢Excellent writing skills, submit proof of writing.
➢Excellent communication skills.
➢Knowledge of accreditation standards and requirements.
➢Five years of supervisory experience preferably in a postsecondary educational setting.
➢Familiarity and experience working with federal grants projects.
Salary: Salary dependent upon education and experience.
Submit to apply: 1) ANC Employment Application, 2) Current Resume, 3) Official College Transcripts, 4) three current letters of recommendation. Please have letters of recommendation correlated with the job you are applying for and emailed directly to the Assistant to the President, mbrockie@ancollege.edu. Please send the application to Aaniiih Nakoda College, Assistant to the President, PO Box 159, Harlem, MT 59526. For more information call 406-353-2607 x 3901 or brockie@ancollege.edu. Open until filled. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Aaniiih Nakoda College does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religious preference, age, handicap, marital status, political preference or membership or non-membership in an employee organization except as allowed by the Indian preference provision of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended.
Aaniiih Nakoda College (Harlem, Montana) is an accredited tribal college with an open door policy, located inside the northern border of Fort Belknap Indian Reservation that is situated in the beautiful Milk River Valley in scenic north central Montana; close to Canada, Montana Tribal and State parks, ski resorts, the Missouri River Basin, Fort Peck Reservoir, and boundless mountain ranges for the adventurous and outdoors enthusiasts.
ANC is seeking motivated, venturesome and qualified staff members and faculty. The positions are full time with two options for health insurance (limited dental/vision); 401K with option of life insurance; paid holidays and accrual of personal and sick leave.
ANC provides a one of a kind teaching and learning experience. For more information regarding these unique employment opportunities call 406-353-2607 x 3901 or visit www.ancollege.edu for full job descriptions.