Department Chair, Business

Calbright College; Sacramento (CA); Remote; USD 95,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

A California online community college seeks a Department Chair for Business programs. This remote role requires collaboration with faculty and leadership in program quality. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Business, with a commitment to competency-based education and experience in industry. The position offers competitive salary based on qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3 years of industry experience required.
• Current relevant certifications as appropriate.

Responsibilities

• Ensure alignment with Calbright’s mission.
• Lead quality reviews and student success metrics.
• Support adjunct faculty development.
• Ensure programs comply with accreditation standards.
• Oversee and mentor adjunct faculty.

Skills

Business knowledge

Effective communication

Collaboration

Inclusivity

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business

Master's degree in Business

Job description

The Position

Title: Department Chair, Business

Position Type: Full time

Requisition No: 25029

Category: Faculty

Supervisor: Dean of Learning and Instruction

Last Updated: March 2025

Job Purpose: The Department Chair, in collaboration with the Dean of Learning and Instruction, ensures the workforce relevancy, quality, and continuous improvement of Calbright Business Programs.

Location: Remote, various locations throughout California

Salary Range: Faculty salary schedule placement (depending on qualification and education) + 15% $95,830.65 - $132,067.15

** The first review of the application shall occur approximately on 03/26/2025 **

Position Overview

The Department Chair position supports Calbright College’s mission of offering competency-based, workforce-relevant programs for adult learners through high-impact, industry-aligned practices in online, skills-based curriculum and assessment. In collaboration with the Dean of Learning and Instruction, the Department Chair ensures program quality, workforce relevancy, and continuous improvement of Business Programs.

The Department Chair provides domain-level leadership to cross-functional faculty teams, applies data-driven program oversight, and ensures alignment with industry standards, accreditation requirements, and workforce needs. This role requires curriculum planning, faculty development, data reporting, and program effectiveness, while leading efforts in workforce alignment, competency-based education, and data-informed decision-making.

The Department Chair will foster internal and external relationships, including academic advisory council members, subject matter experts, industry partners, and other stakeholders to enhance student success, program innovation, and institutional growth. The role involves working with leadership to establish operational objectives and positively impact student outcomes, program quality, enrollment, and overall performance. The Department Chair is also responsible for ensuring student success and meeting key program performance metrics.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

The duties below are representative of the role and are not exhaustive.

• Ensure program initiatives align with Calbright’s mission and vision.
• Lead regular program meetings to review quality, improvement, and student success metrics.
• Support adjunct faculty in setting SMART goals to support student success.
• Ensure programs meet accreditation standards, regulations, and policies.
• Be qualified to teach in relevant disciplines and provide content expertise as needed.
• Oversee adjunct faculty, including reviews, approvals, training, mentorship, and escalations.
• Partner with teams to design and improve the student experience using an equity-centered approach.
• Review student and course feedback to inform improvements.
• Ensure programs incorporate support structures to improve retention and completion.
• Lead the program review process, including data analysis and stakeholder engagement.
• Use data to validate quality, analyze student outcomes, and track trends.
• Work with teams to ensure program outcomes and assessments are relevant and rigorous.
• Prepare faculty for program launches and establish expectations for quality and engagement.
• Lead external advisory councils and industry collaborations for program alignment.
• Maintain relevance in the discipline through certifications, professional development, and networking.
• Select external subject matter experts for curriculum and program development.

• Perform other duties supporting the position’s objectives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Deep knowledge in one or more business disciplines.
• Commitment to competency-based education and assessment design.
• Understanding of program review, outcomes assessment, and KPIs.
• Knowledge of program development, design, and performance metrics.
• Ability to collaborate across teams towards common goals.
• Effective communication and resolution skills.
• Ability to work with diverse backgrounds and promote inclusivity.

• An innovative, student-centric leader in industry and practice.
• Ability to lead change management initiatives.

• Respect for diverse backgrounds, including socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural differences, as well as disabilities and sexual orientations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field and 3 years of industry experience.
• Current relevant certifications as appropriate.

Desired Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Business and 3 years of industry experience.
• Experience with competency-based curricula.
• Knowledge of adult learning theories or online teaching.
• Three years of progressive experience in instruction or industry, including supervisory roles.

Working Conditions and Travel

• Primarily remote work with online instruction and support. Occasional in-person meetings or events may be required.
• Regular attendance is essential.
• Mandated reporter under California law; compliance required.
• Fosters diversity and inclusion; accommodations provided for qualified applicants with disabilities.
• Work involves sedentary activities, computer use, and possibly lifting up to 25 pounds.
• Indoor work environment with minimal safety concerns.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Calbright College provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or genetics, in compliance with applicable laws.

Who We Are

Calbright College is a statewide online community college dedicated to increasing economic mobility and closing equity gaps through flexible, skills-based programs for working adults, connecting them with employers and opportunities.