Department Chairperson, Engineering, Technology and Design
Job in
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida, 33132, USA
Listed on 2026-02-27
Listing for:
Miami Dade College
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-02-27
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
Education Administration, University Professor, Faculty, Academic -
Management
Education Administration
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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Position Title: Department Chairperson, Engineering, Technology and Design
Location: Miami Dade College, Wolfson Campus
Miami Dade College (MDC) is seeking a visionary leader to serve as the Department Chairperson for Engineering, Technology, and Design at Wolfson Campus. We are seeking bold, forward-thinking leaders who thrive on innovation, embrace technology, and drive industry-aligned education. Ideal candidates have leadership experience in academia or industry and a proven ability to inspire teams, implement transformative strategies, and prepare students for the future.
What you will be doing:
- Oversee engineering, technology, and design academic programs and faculty.
- Develop and implement industry-relevant curricula that align with workforce demands.
- Manage department budget, scheduling, and operational planning.
- Build strong partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and community stakeholders.
- Guide faculty in incorporating emerging technologies and best practices into instruction.
- Lead student recruitment and retention initiatives, ensuring equitable access and success.
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Architecture, Interior Design, or Building Construction, and at least five (5) years of relevant professional experience.
- Experience may include teaching, industry practice, project management, research, or applied work in fields such as technology, construction, design, or related sectors.
- All degrees must be from a regionally accredited institution.
- Experienced in managing teams, overseeing program operations, and driving strategic growth.
- Skilled in integrating emerging technologies and developing industry-relevant curricula.
- Proven ability to establish and sustain partnerships with industry leaders and organizations.
- Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills to enhance program effectiveness.
Miami Dade College is the largest, most diverse and highly regarded college in the nation. We operate eight campuses with over 6,000 employees who educate over 164,000 students from around the world. The College offers over 300 programs of study and several degree options, including vocational, associate, and baccalaureate degrees. With such a large organization, our employment needs are very diverse.
From full-time professional faculty to part-time adjunct faculty and support staff, the people who comprise the MDC workforce are the innovators who help the College maintain our reputation as one of the most highly regarded colleges in the country.
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