Director of Online Curriculum and Instruction

at Oakton Community College in Des Plaines, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Category: 
Administrative Support
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Department: 
Online Learning
Locations: 
Des Plaines, IL
Posted: 
Apr 20, 2024
Closes: 
May 17, 2024 - 11:59 PM EDT
Type: 
Administrators
Position ID: 
174934
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About Oakton College :

Oakton College, a caring community of educators dedicated to excellence and learning, invites applications for the Director of Online Curriculum and Instruction (DOC-24).
A premier comprehensive community college, Oakton is 17 miles from downtown Chicago. Oakton serves the near northern suburbs of Chicago with campuses in Des Plaines and Skokie with buildings totaling over 700,000 square feet of space resting on 192 acres. These campuses serve almost 10,000 students annually that are enrolled in over 82,000 credit hours of instruction. The College's Operating Funds' budget (Education and Operations & Maintenance Funds) for the academic year ending on June 30, 2023 amounts to $77.1 million.
The College is known for its academic innovations, commitment to serving students, solid financial position, and supportive environment for both students and employees.
Candidates with a commitment to working in a culturally competent environment are especially valued at Oakton.
We encourage applications from candidates who reflect the increasing diversity of Oakton's student body and community, enhance and promote engagement with other cultures, and have demonstrated a commitment to working with and as part of a multicultural faculty and diverse student body and community.

Job Description:

Basic Function and Responsibilities:
The Director of Online Curriculum and Instruction advances the goals and objectives of curriculum and instruction and provides leadership in the development and implementation of online learning strategy and tactics for the college, which is inclusive of strengthening of existing programs, development of new initiatives/programs, and the professional development of faculty. The Director of Online Curriculum and Instruction will collaborate with administrators and faculty within Academic Affairs on the exploration and implementation of cutting-edge pedagogical approaches that enhance equity and promote student success. This position will collaborate with other divisions within the college including administrative affairs and student affairs.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:
Provide strategic direction for online curriculum and instruction. Align the direction and vision of online learning with the college's strategic plan.
Provide oversight for the office of online curriculum and instruction budget
Collaborate with faculty and other deans to set and implement goals and metrics for online learning.
Develop and enhance external partnerships to grow and sustain key online learning program initiatives.
Oversee instructional design activities and quality assurance processes, including the continuous evaluation of online instruction.
Keep current of national trends in online and blended learning.
Provide oversight and keep College leaders and others aware of updates related to ICCB, the Higher Learning Commission, and other relevant regulatory organizations.
Build and strengthen relations with key units across the college including academic divisions, information technology, faculty professional development team, center for teaching innovation as well as student affairs including but not limited to advising, admissions, and enrollment to provide online students with academic support
Represent, as needed, on college and community committees and task forces.
Provide consultative advice and expertise on the assessment of online learning.
Maintain a culture that is both positive and successful. Set high expectations and maintain accountability for student success.
Perform other job duties as assigned.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in education, instructional design, curriculum & instruction or related field with demonstrated excellence in online teaching and curriculum development. Doctoral degree preferred.
Three years of leadership or management in an academic environment
Five (5) years' experience in curriculum development, instructional design, online teaching, or related area.
Three (3) years' experience leading projects that include collaborations with deans and faculty.
Ability to learn and adapt to changing college needs while maintaining up to date skills.
Advanced interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written with the
ability to interact professionally, confidentially, and courteously with a wide range of constituents from diverse backgrounds including the board of trustees, administration, faculty/staff, students, government, and the general public.
Strong ability and demonstrated experience in leading, coaching, managing, mentoring, and developing... For full info follow application link.

Oakton Community College is an equal opportunity employer