Georgia Highlands College is a multi-campus, state college member of the University System of Georgia. Founded in 1970 as Floyd Junior College, it now serves more than 6,000 students in Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama across its five locations in Rome, Cartersville, Marietta, and Dallas. GHC currently offers over 30 areas of study with associate degree and bachelor’s degree options both in the classroom and online.

We are a growing and progressive institution with opportunities for great employees to grow in a fast-paced and challenging work environment that encourages employee wellness and overall success. Our combined efforts at GHC have led to numerous awards, honors, and countless stories of success for students and employees. This includes our most recent honor of being recognized as one of the semifinalists for the 2023 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence.

This position serves as the executive officer for the designated academic school and all divisions therein.

• Support and carry out the college¿s mission, values, and strategic priorities in compliance with the mandates and regulations of the University System of Georgia and all associated accrediting agencies
• Develop and maintain a portfolio of academic programs, services, and courses that meet the evolving needs of the student population and the workforce needs of the region
• Facilitate continuous improvement in program development and teaching and learning through data-informed decision making
• Advance the academic school¿s recruitment, retention, and graduation or transfer efforts
• Conduct ongoing assessment and data-collection regarding instructional pathways and courses in accordance with system requirements and accreditors
• Support faculty and staff in continuous improvement; recommend merit raises; engage with tenure and promotion processes as dictated by college policy
• Supervise and mentor Division Chairs
• Develop and administer the budget for the academic school; model effective use of resources; present on the financial outlook for the school at annual budget hearings
• Pursue additional revenue streams through grants, partnerships, and other avenues of support
• Seek out partnerships with schools at all age levels, both public and private, across the region
• Advocate on behalf of GHC via Chamber of Commerce functions, economic development groups, regional councils, and appropriate industry opportunities
• Initiate service and community development opportunities in accordance with the mission and values of the college
• Collaborate with the USG system office, other USG institutions, and units of the college to support system-wide initiatives, priorities, and policies
• Keep current with research, data, and trends related to the disciplines in the academic subject areas of the school
• Serve on Committees of the College, Committees of the Faculty, or other projects as assigned
• Regularly attend Deans Council
• Perform related duties as assigned

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a master's degree in a course of study related to the occupational field
• Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three (3) to five (5) years of related experience
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver¿s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated

$85,000 - $90,000 annually

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Transcripts

• Knowledge of Board of Regents policies
• Knowledge of University System of Georgia policies
• Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures
• Knowledge of course scheduling procedures
• Knowledge of college human resource policies
• Skill in the preparation of clear and accurate reports
• Skill in the analysis of problems and the development and implementation of solutions
• Skill in oral and written communication
• Skill in technology skills appropriate to the job duties
• Ability to use D2L
• Ability to demonstrate competence and high-quality teaching of courses in required discipline
• Ability to create and maintain a collegial environment that promotes student learning
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to work with a diverse population

Applications will be reviewed as received.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Highlands College, as determined by Georgia Highlands College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.