Department Chair of Sciences

Nebraska Indian Community College; South Sioux City (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

Nebraska Indian Community College invites applications for the Department Chair of Sciences, a full-time exempt position located at the Santee, Macy, or South Sioux City campuses.

The role combines teaching, research, and service, with a 12-month contract and responsibilities in program development, scheduling, and faculty support. Starting salary is $70,000–$93,000 per year.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate credits in health science or related field.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in teaching and leadership with students, staff, and communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach on multiple campuses and participate in research and service.
• Coordinate program review, curriculum development, and scheduling.
• Support faculty recruitment, evaluations, and professional development.
• Maintain communication and confidentiality.

Skills

Oral and written communication

Microsoft Office

Online learning management systems

Leadership

Diversity & community engagement

Education

Master’s degree in health science

Tools

Canvas LMS

Video conferencing

Job description

POSTION TITLE: Department Chair of Sciences (full-time, exempt, salaried position).

PRIMARY WORK LOCATION: Santee Campus, Macy Campus, or South Sioux City Campus.

STARTING SALARY: $70,000-93,000.

CLOSING DATE: Until filled.

ABOUT THE COLLEGE:

“The Nebraska Indian Community College provides quality higher education and lifelong educational opportunities for Umonhon (Omaha) Isanti (Santee Dakota) and all learners.” Nebraska Indian Community College is envisioned as a comprehensive Tribal College which values service through high quality education. Institutional programs value and cultivate the creative and productive talents of learners, faculty, and staff, and seek ways to contribute to the self-sufficiency of the Nations served, the wellbeing of our communities, and the quality of life and development of its learners, faculty, and service areas.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Master’s Degree with at least 18 graduate credits in health science, biology, nursing, environmental science, or related fields. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications. Excellent oral and written communication skills. College teaching experience is preferred as well as a familiarity with the use of technology (online learning management systems, video conferencing, etc.). The candidate must be able to show evidence of effective leadership and a background of proven success in working with students, administrators, faculty, and communities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, COMPETENCIES, and ABILITIES:

Preferred candidates will have proven success in the following:

• Master’s degree in health science, biology, nursing, environmental science or related fields
• Minimum of five (5) years instructional experience, preferably in a tribal or community college setting
• Experience instructing students from minoritized backgrounds, using technology in the classroom and/or for distance learning, and traditional/nontraditional methods of instruction
• Candidate should have a high degree of self-direction and motivation, strong inter-personal, written, and oral communication skills. Qualified applicants must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodations.
• For remote teaching modalities (online, virtual, blended)- Documentation of professional training and/or demonstration of advanced online teaching skillset. Credentials will be reviewed by NICC Instructional Design Team.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Full-time faculty have a 12-month contract, including activities in three general areas: 50% teaching, 40% research, and 10% service. Teaching schedule may include assignments on other campuses, day, and evening classes. As Department Chair, primary responsibilities include:

• Collaborate with the Dean of Assessment & Curriculum and VPAA on program review, curriculum development, assessment, academic planning, course scheduling, two-year course rotations, Guided Pathways resources, advisory committees, and feasibility studies for new programs.
• Coordinate teaching assignments based on faculty qualifications, teaching loads, course rotations, facility usage, and instructional continuity while supporting faculty with curriculum development, Canvas course shells, student learning outcomes, assessment, syllabi, and textbook orders.
• Assist with faculty recruitment, credential review, supervision, evaluations, substitute coverage, and professional development for full-time, part-time, adjunct faculty, teaching assistants, and tutors.
• Serve as the primary departmental contact by ensuring timely communication, supporting institutional effectiveness and accreditation efforts, and maintaining confidentiality of student, employee, and institutional information.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANTS:

Nebraska Indian Community College gives preference to eligible and qualified applicants in accordance with the Indian preference in employment act and veterans’ preference. In the absence of qualified Indian applicants, consideration will be given to applicants without regards to race, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender, veteran status, the presence of non-related medical condition or handicap, or other legally protected status. NICC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.