The University of the District of Columbia is a public, comprehensive university with an urban land-grant distinction.  It is the District of Columbia’s only public institution of higher education.  It has historically been a minority serving institution.  The University services approximately 5,000 students across its two-year baccalaureate, masters, and professional programs.  The Washington metropolitan community provides an exceptional learning laboratory for faculty, staff, and students. 

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open to the Public

Position Status: Full-Time, Regular Tenure Track

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience

Salary Range: $52,775.00-$83,000.00

Closing Date: August 14, 2016

Location: Van Ness Campus, Washington, DC

Brief Description of Duties

The Director of General Education will provide leadership and oversight for the management and assessment of the University’s General Education Program. The Director will maintain faculty rank and remain active in teaching and scholarship. He/she will report directly to the Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences but also provide scheduled reports and updates to the Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and deans of the University’s undergraduate programs: the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences; the College of Arts and Sciences; the School of Business and Public Administration; the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences; and the UDC Community College. The incumbent receives direction from the General Education Committee through work on broad policy objectives and program priorities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:                                                                                               

1. Assists the deans from all colleges and schools in the implementation and management of all aspects of the UDC General Education Program.
2. Monitors the development of new and revised General Education courses.
3. Teaches general education courses each semester.
4. Chairs the University General Education Committee.
5. Assists in the development of general education program policies and procedures to include: course development, program assessment, curriculum revision, student advising, faculty training, and workload assignment.
6. Observes and evaluates teaching within the General Education Program.
7. Develops and coordinates on-going General Education faculty training.
8. Conducts an ongoing assessment of the General Education Program and communicates the results of the assessment to the University community.
9. Develops and monitors the annual General Education Program budget.
10. Sets a high standard of personal responsibility and character.

1. Publicizes and promotes the benefits and features of the program to faculty, students, and staff.
2. Provides regular progress reports to the deans, chairs, faculty, and Chief Academic Officer regarding the growth and development of the UDC General Education program.
3. Hires and evaluates all General Education program staff.
4. Develops and distributes communications regarding all aspects of the General Education program.

Required Qualifications
 

1. Ph.D. in a traditional general education field.
2. At least five years teaching experience.
3. Qualifications commensurate with an assistant or associate professor rank.
4. An understanding of best practices in developing, implementing, and managing general education programs.
5. Experience in university administration/coordination role preferred.

1. Strong oral and written communication skills
2. Teaching and curriculum development
3. Learning outcomes assessment
4. Ability to plan, manage, and bring to completion projects related to teaching and learning
5. Ability to lead faculty groups and provide professional guidance and expertise
6. Strong planning and organizational skills
7. Knowledge of the organization, mission, and programs offered by the University of the District of Columbia

 Information to Applicant

Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not in the Union.

Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).

Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity ore expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, genetic information, disability or political affiliation.

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.

Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.

Residency Preference: The Residency Preference Amendment Act of 1988, D.C. Law 7-203, created a system in which provides that any applicant for employment in the Career or Educational Services who is a bona fide resident of the District of Columbia may claim a residency reference at the time of application. An applicant selected for an appointment based on District residency will be required to submit no less than eight (8) proofs of bona fide District residency. Bona fide District residency must be maintained from the date of appointment to the position for seven (7) consecutive years. Failure to maintain bona fide District residency for the (7) year period will result in forfeiture of employment.

Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.

Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.

Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.

Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.

Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5020.

The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.