Academic Chair _ Diagnostic Medical Imaging

About the role

The Department Chair provides strategic and academic leadership for assigned programs within Dallas College, overseeing faculty, curriculum, and operations across multiple campuses. This role ensures the academic integrity, quality, and effectiveness of programs, aligning with college-wide goals to promote student success and workforce readiness.

Job Summary

The Department Chair supervises faculty and staff, manages budgets, coordinates scheduling, supports accreditation, and fosters collaboration among academic and industry partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Management
• Develop, evaluate, and enhance both credit and non-credit programs.
• Cook curriculum review, program assessments, and accreditation compliance.
• Support new program initiatives that address community and workforce needs.
• Faculty and Staff Leadership
• Hire, onboard, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty.
• Provide coaching, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
• Cultivate a collaborative, inclusive, and student-centered departmental culture.
• Academic Operations
• Develop course schedules and manage program delivery formats.
• Resolve student concerns, grade appeals, and program-related issues.
• Oversee dual credit, P-TECH, and Early College partnerships when applicable.
• Budget and Resource Management
• Prepare and manage departmental budgets to ensure effective resource allocation.
• Collaborate with institutional leadership to align financial and academic goals.
• Collaboration and Outreach
• Engage with advisory boards, industry partners, and higher education institutions to strengthen program quality and student outcomes.
• Promote student achievement through innovative strategies and operational excellence.
• Performance and Compliance
• Track departmental progress, assess outcomes, and report on performance metrics.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Primary & Secondary Schooling (K-12)
• Ability to manage multiple programs and teams across diverse locations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Skilled in data-driven decision-making, program assessment, and strategic planning.
• Experience in conflict resolution, faculty supervision, and team development.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent, meeting Dallas College credentialing requirements for one of the department’s disciplines.
• Minimum three (3) years of administrative experience in higher education.
• College-level teaching experience required.
• Experience in program development, assessment, and accreditation.
• Ability to travel between campuses as needed.

Note

This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check; certain roles may also require fingerprint clearance.

Work Environment

This position operates within a standard office environment, with travel between campuses as needed. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Dallas College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing education and employment opportunities without discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, or any other protected category. We also provide reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees related to religious practices or mental and physical disabilities in accordance with applicable laws.