SCOPE OF WORK: Administers the visual arts program through the development, implementation, evaluation, and advancement of course curriculum and programs, teaching effectiveness, student advisement, academic support systems, and program promotion. This position reports to the Vice-President of Academic & Workforce Education at the NHTI.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Supervise and evaluate all department faculty and staff including assigning instructional assignments.
• Recruits, interviews, and recommends candidates for faculty and staff appointments to the Vice-President of Academic & Workforce Education.
• Develops and implements professional development and training plans for department faculty and staff,
• Oversees department curriculum and program development; reviews and coordinates textbook selection.
• Manages and participates in student academic advising, including the review of student academic progress and registration.
• Communicates and works with other academic and non-academic departments on issues of mutual concern such as general academic issues, library purchases, registration and placement activities.
• Participate in meetings and activities of academic leadership council activities.
• Monitors graduates for the purpose of compiling placement statistics.
• Participates in recruitment activities and other non-teaching activities for the benefit and recognition of NHTI.
• Maintains liaison with professional community including recruiting, developing and advising the advisory committee, and responding to professional development needs.
• Orders and maintains supplies and equipment as needed.
• Serves on faculty and department, college, and system committees and teams as required.
• Complies with College, System, State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Master degree in Fine Arts or related academic discipline.

Experience: Four years of professional experience in visual arts education or as a juried studio artist

License/Certification: Valid drivers’ license or access to transportation.

Recommended Work Traits: Through knowledge of teaching methods, the use of instructional materials and the organization of effective teaching. Knowledge of educational standards and procedures. Ability to secure cooperation of administration to originate and implement new programs, to improve existing programs, and foster positive relationships in the department and throughout the college. Ability to maintain comprehensive records of the progress and development of the individual student. Ability to work effectively with educators and “business” and community people outside the college. Ability to communicate tactfully and effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively with diverse student populations and as a member of academic department/team. Ability to handle matters with diplomacy and to maintain confidentiality, as appropriate. Ability to exercise professional judgment and proper decision-making. Must be willing to maintain an appearance appropriate to assigned duties and responsibilities as determined by the college.

DISCLAIMER STATEMENT: The supplemental job description lists typical examples of work and is not intended to include every job duty and responsibility specific to a position. An employee may be required to perform other related duties not listed on the supplemental job description provided that such duties are characteristic of that classification.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Community College System of New Hampshire is an equal opportunity employer. The Community College System of NH does not discriminate on the basis on race, creed, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or law enforcement, or military, veteran, or marital status.