Chair Computer amp Digital Technologies

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02/15/2022
Category:
Computer Science
Chair, Computer & Digital Technologies
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Salary:
$55,036.00 - $78,693.00 Annually
Job Type:
Full-Time
Job Number:
0210221
Location:
Denver, CO
Department:
Academic Services
Effective January 1, 2022, the candidate selected for this position will be asked to provide their documentation of COVID-19 vaccination to the CCA Human Resources upon hire or agree to weekly COVID-19 testing with prompt submission of test results. Individuals may request an exemption from this requirement for medical or religious reasons.
OVERVIEW OF CCA
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (CCA) is a dynamic institution that is committed to serving its diverse student population through innovations in instruction and student support founded on principles of equity and inclusion. CCA is a public, two-year community college serving Aurora and east metro Denver and has been designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) by the U.S. Department of Education.
CCA enrolls 11,000 students annually, over 62% of whom are students of color, including nearly 32% Hispanic students. 65% of CCA students receive some type of financial aid, including 52% of whom receive Pell grants, and nearly two-thirds are first-generation college students. In addition to traditional degree and certificate programs, CCA offers non-credit professional development courses, customized training, and economic and workforce development resources to employer partners and individual professionals seeking to enhance the capacity and productivity of their workforce or individual knowledge and skills. The college centers our Inclusive Excellence work and applies an equity lens to everything we do.
POSITION SUMMARY
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. actively promotes a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. is interested in applicants that demonstrate a commitment to working with individuals and groups from diverse identities, including but not limited to: socioeconomic, cultural, sexual orientation, gender identity expression, disability, multilingual learners, veterans, non-traditional, race and ethnic backgrounds.
Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
The Chair leads, coordinates, supports, and collaborates with the department faculty and instructors in work and initiatives aimed at supporting the college vision, mission, and strategic plan. Importantly, the Chair shares a commitment to and exemplifies principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion in all work done within the department and as part of the college community.
The Chair also teaches twelve (12) credit hours per academic year in the department. The Chair maintains a commitment to high-quality instruction and inclusive pedagogy.
As a member of the CCA community, the Chair embraces and exemplifies the college values of respect, collaboration, quality, access, diversity, and inclusion when participating in a variety of institutional initiatives and activities, serving on committees, representing the college, the center, and the department to assigned groups and tasks.
Commitment to ensuring and managing relevant instruction and assessment strategies, research, and latest findings identifying factors that positively impact the classroom and the learning experience of students of diverse backgrounds and identities.
Responsible for hiring instructors and faculty, ensuring high quality instruction and using data to explore ways to improve and grow new programs.
Work strategically with other STEM departments on support structures for students including tutoring, a variety of course delivery and hands on learning industry opportunity.
Act as an ambassador to the department by serving on committees and working closely with the chairs counsel, IR, Student Success and other areas inside and outside of the college.
Mentor faculty and instructors for professional growth by offering professional development opportunities within the department, and encouraging and facilitating the attendance of those provided by the college and professional organizations.
Foster and support faculty and instructors in efforts oriented to closing the gap for historically underserved students.
Use disaggregated qualitative and quantitative data to improve department programs, operations, and increase student achievement.
Implement an equity lens when performing teaching observations, coaching faculty and instructors, and performance evaluations.
Engage in and cultivate partnerships with external stakeholders as well as other academic departments and institutional units and offices.
Conduct regular program reviews according to college guidelines.
Monitor and implement statewide curriculum initiatives.
Develop and submit accurate course schedules based on enrollment trends and program curricula.
Monitor course enrollment and open or close courses based on registration reports.
Develop and oversee operating budgets.
Approve, strategize and oversee concurrent enrollment instructors and courses.
Experience with GIS technology and knowledge of trends in the technology industry.
Minimum qualifications & Requirements
Master's degree from a regionally accredited university in the teaching discipline or a closely related field or a master's degree and a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline that will result in a CTE credential.
Demonstrated culturally responsive, student-centered approach to teaching and learning.
Preferred
Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with people of diverse identities, and willingness to engage in professional development activities to improve understanding and effectiveness of working with racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse populations.
Experience working at a Hispanic Serving institution, and/or Minority Serving Institution and/or in programs aimed at encouraging access, retention, and completion of diverse student populations.
Understanding of the mission and purpose of a community college including equity minded practice and inclusive excellence.
Supplemental information
Salary Range:
Anticipated starting salary range is $55,036.00-$78,693.00. This salary is determined by the qualifications of the selected candidate balanced with departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information. CCA offers an excellent benefit plan
, including generous leave, holiday, and education benefits.
Deadline to Submit Application Material:
An initial review of applications will begin February 21, 2022 and continue until the position is filled.
Application Process:
When submitting your online application, please include a cover letter, current resume, and professional references. Official transcripts showing the highest degree achieved should be submitted to ****
upon offer of employment. If you have questions regarding this position, please contact us at ****
By applying for this announced position, applicants are certifying that all statements, information and documents provided are true, complete and correct to the best of their knowledge and are made in good faith. Further, applicants understand that omissions, misleading, false or untrue information, or any attempt at fraud or deceit in any manner connected with this application and/or subsequent testing may result in them not being considered for jobs with the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.; may constitute grounds for discipline and/or termination after hire; and/or constitute grounds for further actions pursuant to law.
Application Checklist
Complete Applications must include the following documents:
A complete online application
A cover letter that describes how your experience aligns with the minimum and preferred qualifications of this position
A current resume uploaded as an attachment to your online application
If you are using education to qualify, a copy of your official or unofficial transcript showing that your degree has been conferred and the name of your school, or your NACES accreditation. Please submit this as an attachment to your online application
For any questions or technical issues please contact ****
Notice to all Applicants:
Proof of eligibility to work
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in the United States must be produced within three (3) days of hire.
Direct deposit of payroll is a condition of employment.
Candidates identified as finalists must provide three to five professional references, at least two of which must include a current direct supervisor and most recent supervisor. If you cannot provide two supervisor references, an opportunity will be afforded for discussion and consideration of alternative references with the CCA Human Resource Office. Please note, out of professional courtesy to you, we will not contact your current supervisor without first providing notice to you as a candidate and only when a contingent offer is pending in order to protect the confidentiality of your application to the full extent possible.
Final candidate is subject to a criminal background check prior to final selection process.
Final candidate is required to submit official transcripts to Human Resources within fourteen (14) days of hire.
CCA is affiliated with the Colorado Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA) and as such, employees contribute to PERA in lieu of Social Security for retirement benefits. For more information, visit the COPERA web page
Individuals currently or formerly employed by the Colorado Community College System or one of its 13 colleges, and/or who were disciplinarily terminated or resigned in lieu of termination, must disclose this information in your application material.
For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Director of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by ****, or e-mail at ****
Colorado Residency Requirement:
Eligible applicants must be either a current Colorado resident or be able to provide proof of residency in Colorado within 30 days of the start date for the position, or they may be deemed ineligible for employment with the **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***.. Please contact ****
with any questions.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Inclusive Excellence Statement:
You matter. You are valued. You belong. CCA is a community that is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion through Inclusive Excellence
. We can only achieve this together. CCA embraces Inclusive Excellence
because we want our students, staff, and faculty to learn and contribute within an inclusive environment. This means members of our college community will be active, respectful, and mindful of equity, diversity, and inclusion at all levels of engagement . Inclusive Excellence
will provide a foundation for student and institutional success. Recognizing our diversity is only the first step toward Inclusive Excellence
. We must also be intentional in valuing cultural differences and experiences, while incorporating them into practices, curricula, and policies.
Welcoming, Respectful, Inclusive - Together, we are CCA.
The Federal Clery Act
(The Student Right to Know and Campus Security Act of 1990) requires all institutions of higher learning to make available to prospective employees our agency's Annual Security Report. A copy of this information is available on the CCA website at the Student Right to Know page
. A paper copy of this report can be obtained at the College Security Office upon request. This report includes statistics for the previous three years concerning crimes that occurred on campus or on property controlled or owned by **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***., as well as public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, our campuses.
ADAAA Accommodations
: Any person with a disability as defined by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 (ADAAA) may be provided a reasonable accommodation upon request to enable the person to complete an employment assessment. To request an accommodation, please **** or ****
at least five business days before the assessment date to allow us to evaluate your request and prepare for the accommodation. You may be asked to provide additional information, including medical documentation, regarding functional limitations and type of accommodation needed. Please ensure that you have this information available well in advance of the assessment date.
Pregnancy Related Accommodations, Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA):
The Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act (CADA), allows applicants to request a reasonable accommodation for health conditions related to pregnancy or the physical recovery from childbirth. Candidates wishing to request reasonable accommodations must do so as soon as possible, preferably at least three days prior to the exam or interview. If you are an individual who wishes to request reasonable accommodations, please **** or ****
Non-Discrimination Statement:
The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment including those that violate federal and state law, or the State Board for Community Colleges and Occupational Education Board Policies 3-120 and 4-120. The College does not discriminate on the basis of sex/gender, race, color, age, creed, national or ethnic origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, pregnancy status, religion, genetic information, gender identity, or sexual orientation in its employment practices or educational programs and activities. The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. will take appropriate steps to ensure that the lack of English language skills will not be a barrier to admission and participation in vocational education programs. For information regarding civil rights or grievance procedures, contact our Title IX Compliance/Equal Opportunity Officer, Cindy Hesse, Director of Human Resources at 16000 E. CentreTech Parkway, Suite A207, Aurora, Colorado 80011 or by ****, or e-mail at ****
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