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Design Tenure Track Faculty/Department Chairperson

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 facilitate students’ successful transfer
Support LCS Divisional and College-wide initiatives related to Enrollment, Assessment and Retention; represent the department at the Division and College levels
Lead other administrative/departmental activities as assigned
Teach within the Design department

Teaching Responsibilities

Teach various face-to-face or online design courses (foundation and second year courses) at the downtown campus, as needed
Curriculum responsibilities may include traditional and online courses
Develop and deliver instruction in a design lab/studio-influenced classroom environment that emphasizes an experiential learning model focused on student involvement and success
Involvement in both the internal college community as well as external organizations in the Miami Valley region
Teach a minimum of 6 credit hours per academic year (fall and spring semesters)
Maintain office hours as required by Sinclair policy
Attend department and division meetings
Participate in orientation and in-service activities
Participate in the college’s evaluation processes
Participate in all sessions of the New Chair Orientation program
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in a related field; master’s degree preferred
- Candidates without a master’s degree will be required to obtain one within a specified time
Portfolio of your professional work, and a teaching portfolio submission required
Previous teaching, training, and/or project management experience in design, or related subjects at the high school or college level
Strong visual acuity and the ability to clearly articulate both positive and negative aspects of creative work
Ability to facilitate supportive and helpful individual and group critique sessions that are beneficial to the growth of the students and the improvement of their work
Technical skills include: (1) Proficiency in the Mac OS; (2) Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud; and (3) Knowledge of design fundamentals, including typography, color theory, layout, grids, visual hierarchy
Awareness of industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in design to ensure curriculum relevance and student preparedness for the workforce
Demonstrates a commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies that have been proven to help students succeed at the course and program level
Demonstrate the ability to effectively work in classrooms and studio/lab settings with students of varying academic levels, backgrounds, and abilities, including those with disabilities

Official transcripts for all post-secondary degrees (if applicable) and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to date of hire.

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