ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSDepartment Leadership Supports the strategic goals of the College through all of the department's programming decisions; in collaboration with the Dean, leads faculty and staff through the process of establishing and maintaining a long-term vision for the department that is consistent with the College's mission.Serves as a liaison between the department and other units of the institution and ensures departmental compliance with College and accrediting agencies' policies, procedures and regulations.Guides, executes and reports the department's strategic planning process while maintaining a climate that is collegial and encourages innovative thinking through faculty and staff engageme