Design Tenure Track Faculty​/Department Chairperson

Job Title Design Tenure Track Faculty/Department Chairperson Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH Job Number 05414 Department Design Job Category Faculty Job Type Full-time Tenure Track Status Regular Job Open Date 02/25/2026 Resume Review Date 03/26/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Position Summary

The Sinclair Design Department is seeking a full-time, tenure-track faculty member and department chairperson to join its Liberal Arts, Communication, and Social Sciences Division beginning Fall 2026. This program empowers creative thinkers to turn imagination into impact. At Sinclair, students explore design through three dynamic pathways:
Visual Communications (Graphic Design/Arts), Digital Media Design (Video Production or Web Design), and Interior Design.

This tenure track role typically requires at least a 40-hour work week which includes a course load of 15 credit hours per semester, and a minimum of five office hours per week. In addition to these responsibilities, the instructor will be expected to perform related duties such as serving on department and college committees, coordinating courses, serving as an ambassador for the Design programs, and mentoring adjunct faculty.

Teaching assignments may include day and evening assignments on the Dayton, Centerville, and Mason campuses. Additionally, assignments may include day assignments at area high schools. The position reports to the Dean of Liberal Arts, Communication, and Social Sciences.

Satisfactory performance of the Four Critical Performance areas required for all full-time faculty:

* Teaching, Learning, and Student Development:
Participate in the continuing development and implementation of the department's curriculum through teaching that reflects a strong commitment to fostering student success. Through in-class and out-of-class initiatives, actively seek to advance the development of individual students and their capacity to meet their educational goals.

* Scholarship and Professional Growth:
Maintain and seek to improve currency and competence in the discipline and as a teacher.

* Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Evaluation:
In collaboration with colleagues, actively contribute to the continuous review and revision of the department's curriculum. Must exhibit advanced computer proficiency, alongside the capability and time-management skills required for the effective development and revision of online courses. Implement evaluations according to established standards and use assessment data to continuously improve teaching and learning.

* Workplace and Community Service:
Contribute to the operation and advancement of the college through committee service and other activities. Extend professional expertise to the community served by the college.

* Compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in the Full-Time Faculty Handbook and the Full-Time Employee Handbook

* Other duties as assigned

Why work for Sinclair College?

The following are some of the benefits that full-time faculty with Sinclair College receive:

* Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclair courses and programs

* Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion

* Support for continued professional development and education

* STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution

* High quality programs and events for work-life balance

* SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities

Chair Responsibilities

* Provide strategic vision and direction for the department's curriculum, ensuring programs remain current with industry trends and educational standards.

* Oversee curriculum development, course scheduling, and academic program assessment.

* Lead accreditation processes and maintain relationships with professional design organizations.

* Recruit, hire, and evaluate faculty members, including tenure-track and adjunct instructors. Conduct annual performance reviews, mentor adjunct faculty, and support professional development initiatives.

* Provide leadership for continuous improvement of the Design department

* Provide strong leadership for improving student success

* Develop and oversee the department's annual budget, including equipment purchases, software licenses, and facility maintenance.

* Lead the continuing development and assessment of the department's curriculum and programs

* Lead the continuing professional development of the department's faculty and staff, full-time and part-time

* Provide leadership and maintain a climate of open communication, collegiality, and teamwork within the department; actively support the professional growth and development of the department

* Lead the department in the implementation of emerging best practices in design: pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment

* Ensure alignment of curricular outcomes with that of area colleges and universities as well as the Ohio Department of Higher Education in order to…