Dean, Liberal Arts and Professional Studies Monroe ...

Monroe Community College Position Title: Dean, Liberal Arts and Professional Studies - Monroe Community College Location: Rochester, NY Category: Administration Posted On: Fri Mar 20 2026 Job Description:Function of Position:Reporting to the Provost/Vice President of Academic & Student Affairs (ASA), Dr. Michael Jacobs, the Dean has general responsibility for the quality of courses, programs, activities, faculty, staff, and resources of the departments within the Schools of Arts & Humanities, Business & Entrepreneurial Studies, Community Engagement & Development, and Social Sciences & Global Studies; these include the Departments of Anthropology, History, Political Science & Sociology; Business Administration; Education & Human Services; English- Philosophy; Law & Criminal Justice; Psychology; Visual & Performing Arts; and World Languages & Cultures.The Dean is also responsible for the Liberal Arts Degree Programs and the Institute for the Humanities and serves as a leader to affirm liberal arts education as a foundation of professional preparation, articulating the value of these disciplines to constituents within and beyond the College. As the leader of this academic unit, the Dean models and promotes collegiality and addresses departmental concerns, interests, and objectives in the context of the needs of the College, students, and community. The Dean works closely with department chairpersons and other key faculty and staff stakeholders and serves as the primary liaison between faculty and administrative offices in an environment that values teamwork and innovative practices. The Dean promotes a focus on effective teaching and student learning, retention, and success within the academic departments and programs.As a member of the Academic and Student Affairs Leadership Council (ASALC) at MCC, the Dean supports the College's overall mission, strategic plan, and goals. The Dean is an enthusiastic and informed ambassador for initiatives central to the College's commitment to excellence and innovation and embodies the principles of diversity, equity, and inclusion in fostering a sense of belonging and supporting a diverse body of students, faculty, and staff. The Dean works to sustain and enhance MCC's regional and national reputation as a leader among best practices colleges.Examples of Duties & Responsibilities:Leadership & Collaboration Provides collaborative, team-based leadership by addressing departmental, school, divisional, and institutional concerns through regular meetings with faculty, staff, chairpersons, ASALC members, the Provost/Vice President ASA, and other College stakeholders, fostering a culture of equity, inclusion, and professional growth to support teaching, learning, and student success. Leads or supports College-wide projects and grant funded initiatives, including identifying funding needs, collaborating on grant writing, engaging with donors alongside the MCC Foundation, and supervising funded projects to enhance departmental and institutional goals. Oversees the academic division's recruitment and hiring and provides guidance on orientation and the professional development of staff and faculty, consistent with College policies and procedures. Oversees faculty retention, tenure, promotion, and post tenure review processes within the academic division. Ensures all personnel actions comply with collective bargaining agreements, collaborating with union representatives and Human Resources to address concerns while honoring contractual obligations and maintaining a positive working environment. Performs other duties as assigned by the Provost/Vice President, ASA.Academic Program & Curriculum Oversight Provides leadership and oversight for departmental plans relating to academic programs, curriculum, master schedule, and learning environments to ensure institutional effectiveness and efficiencies that maximize resources; bala ce competing

Created: 2026-03-25