Program Director-Graphic Design

Westwood College-Dallas Campus is looking for a Program Director for our Graphic Design department. The ideal candidate should possess a Masters degree in Graphic Design or a related field, or a Masters Degree and 10 years experience in the Graphic Arts/Design Industry.  Must also have know of and experience with software such as InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Final Cut Pro. The program director manages all program-related functions to ensure delivery of curriculum and to promote student success. The program director serves as the primary contact for students and faculty by maintaining a high level of visibility and actively soliciting input to promote a positive learning environment.   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES  1. Recruits and manages program faculty 2. Develops program master schedule: Creates program core offerings and determines instructor assignments each term Determine individual student schedules 3. Manages all program related equipment Ensures functional hardware, licensed software and other equipment are in place to deliver instruction according to Westwood defined standards. Participates in determining content of tool kits in collaboration with counterparts from other campuses and corporate purchasing department (for those programs that issue tool kits) and maintains tool kit inventory. 4. Participates in curriculum development Recruit members for PAC committees, facilitate PAC committee discussions, and summarizes recommendations Stays current in both the subject area and instructional methodology Participates in regularly scheduled Program Director conference calls and provides input on curriculum issues. Collaborates on curriculum review, evaluation and revision with other Program Directors at annual Program Directors’ Retreats. Develops, implements, and communicates changes in curriculum to faculty, administration, and students 5. Oversees delivery and assessment of instruction Ensures that what is being taught conforms to the established Westwood syllabi. Administers and analyzes Faculty Course Evaluations Observes classroom instruction 6. Manages all student issues Resolves scheduling issues Resolves student complaints Contacts and implements problem solving solutions for all at risk students. Conducts academic advising as needed. 7. Program budget management Prepares program budget (payroll, expenses, and CapEx) and works with the Director of Education in the preparation of the total academic budget. Track monthly performance relative to program budget. 8. Interface with other departments/individuals 9. Performing any other duties, as assigned.   OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Recruits, selects, and trains all new instructors. 2. Collects all new hire paper work for submission to the campus payroll coordinator. 3. Confers with teachers following classroom observations. 4. Confers with teachers regarding FCE results. 5. Prepares and conducts annual faculty performance reviews in a timely manner and determines annual increase recommendations. 6. Resolves all student - teacher issues 7. Conducts regularly scheduled faculty meetings and maintains minutes 8. Promotes subject area faculty development   JOB QUALIFICATIONS At the time of hiring Westwood College faculty and education department managers are required to hold a completed graduate degree from a U.S. regionally or nationally accredited university. In addition, state licensing and national accrediting criteria apply. Faculty with international credentials are required to present an official U.S. degree evaluation by AACRAO or NACES recognized evaluation agency.   1. Appropriate technical certification  (if required) 2. Appropriate professional experience 3. Teaching experience preferred 4. Working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases, and word processing software. 5. Strong oral and written communication skills 6. Strong attention to detail   PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 1. Standing 2. Walking 3. Sitting 4. Carrying – up to 50 pounds 5. Normal vision/talking/speaking