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Tucson, AZ

Close Date: Friday, February 21, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. (Arizona Time)

Please note, this position will be in person, located in the Pima County/Tucson area.

Pima Community College invites applications for the position of Department Head for our vibrant and forward-thinking Fashion Design Program. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced leader passionate about preparing students for success in the evolving fashion industry.

About Pima Community College

Our mission centers on serving our community and providing educational opportunities to all learners. We value inclusion and inquiry, recognizing that diversity in people, experiences, and perspectives fosters critical thinking, creativity, and innovation. We are committed to a culture of belonging and care, ensuring all students and employees feel welcome, successful, and able to reach their potential. As a designated Hispanic-serving Institution, we promote social and economic prosperity through equitable actions.

We seek a workforce with diverse perspectives and experiences. Pima provides equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. More information can be found on our web pages: About Pima, Diversity, and Reports & Data.

Fashion Program

The Fashion Design program is part of the Division of Arts, which also includes Film, Theater, Dance, Music, Digital Arts, and Visual Arts. The Associate of Arts Fashion Design pathway offers foundational skills, advanced technological training, and industry trend insights to prepare students for todays fast-paced fashion industry.

Courses are led by industry professionals and cover apparel design, fashion drawing, pattern drafting (manual and CAD), digital fashion design, merchandising, styling, and more. Students have access to a state-of-the-art design lab, specialized databases, and industry publications to prepare for the field.

A highlight is the annual spring fashion show, where students showcase their brands. Sustainable fashion is integrated into the curriculum, emphasizing innovation and environmental responsibility.

About the Position

The position begins in the 2025-26 academic year as a nine-month contract. Faculty teach and work a set schedule from August to May, which may include day, evening, and weekend duties.

As Department Head, you will influence the programs future and ensure its success. This full-time role includes teaching, leadership, and administrative duties. The department head model is subject to review after two years.

Faculty may teach in person, online, hybrid, or virtual environments. Emerging approaches like fast-track, IBEST, and dual enrollment may be employed. Course scheduling could include daytime, evenings, and weekends.

We offer a competitive benefits package, including wellness and employee assistance programs. For details, visit our Benefits webpage.

Duties and Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visionary academic leadership for the Fashion Design program, aligning with college goals.
• Oversee curriculum development, integrating industry trends, sustainability, and technology.
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty, fostering collaboration and innovation.
• Support student success through a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Build industry partnerships to enhance internship and career opportunities.
• Manage budgets and resources, including labs and equipment.
• Promote the program to prospective students, the community, and industry stakeholders.
• Lead event planning, including the annual fashion show and outreach initiatives.
• Ensure accreditation standards are met and assessments are implemented.
• Create and maintain class schedules.
• Teach as part of faculty duties.

General Duties:

• Teach approximately 15 load hours per semester.
• Facilitate learning and academic success.
• Assess student performance and provide advising.
• Continuously improve instruction to meet Student Learning Outcomes.
• Update course materials and maintain professional currency.
• Engage in professional development and serve on college committees.
• Foster partnerships and community engagement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

We value candidates open to new approaches and professional growth, with diverse experience. Essential skills include:

• Ability to teach a broad range of fashion courses and industry topics.
• Adaptability to diverse learning needs, including accommodations.
• Knowledge of assessment tools and instructional improvement.
• Experience with multiple teaching modalities, including online and hybrid.
• Familiarity with resources supporting student success and academic advising.
• Competency in multiculturalism, diversity, and inclusivity.
• Understanding of community college mission and values.
• Ability to analyze trends, create mood boards, and develop fashion collections.
• Knowledge of textiles, draping, pattern drafting, and sewing.
• Proficiency with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, CAD (Tukatech), and digital fashion tools.
• Skill in creating fashion illustrations, technical drawings, and technical packages.
• Experience in organizing fashion shows and events.
• Awareness of global fashion impacts and sustainability.
• Ability to stay current with industry trends and technologies.
• Professional portfolio demonstrating creativity and innovation.
• Capability to develop curricula, build industry partnerships, and secure grants.

Job Requirements

Minimum qualifications:

• Masters degree in the field plus 4+ years of apparel industry experience, OR
• Masters degree in any discipline plus 18 graduate hours in the field and 6+ years of industry experience, OR
• Bachelors degree in Fashion Design or related field plus 6+ years of industry experience, including 2+ years as a senior designer.

Additional requirements:

• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Potentially teach at multiple campuses.
• Teach in various modalities.

Preferred qualifications include extensive industry experience, advanced degrees, and skills in industry partnerships, CAD, and event planning.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit:

• Resume detailing employment gaps.
• Cover letter describing knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience, not exceeding two pages.
• One-page teaching philosophy statement on working with diverse students.
• 20 student work samples or a portfolio link.
• Unofficial transcripts for all post-secondary degrees, showing accreditation, degree, and grading system, submitted with the application.

Official transcripts or foreign transcript evaluations will be required for the selected candidate.

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