Department Administration. The Department Chairperson is responsible for the administration of his/her department in order to maximize student learning and to guide the professional growth and department members. Collaborating with the department members, the chairperson animates a departmental vision based on the school’s philosophy, mission and Expected School-wide Learning Results (ESLRs). In addition, the chairperson facilitates the evaluation and formulation of curriculum, encourages sound teaching practices, and helps with the selection of resources. As department leader, the chairperson seeks to build consensus and xxxxxx collegiality by soliciting feedback, encouraging dialogue, and promoting individual leadership within the department. As a liaison between the department and the school administration, the chairperson provides input regarding teaching effectiveness and student achievement.
Department Administration. 6. An employee receiving a notice to report for jury duty from the Court System shall immediately notify his/her Battalion Commander and provide him/her with a copy of this notice. The Fire Chief reserves the right to request the Court System to postpone an employee's jury duty in order to limit the number of employees off on jury duty at any one time. Prior to submitting a request for postponement, the Fire Department Administration will notify the employee(s) affected and, if an employee requests, discuss the matter with the employee.
Department Administration. Subject to the supervision of the Employer, department managers, a/k/a department coordinators, covered by this Agreement shall have reasonable latitude to exercise their judgment in the administration of their departments, including how to best accomplish assignments within the scope of the directions given, and may consult with and recommend to the Employer resource allocation within department fiscal and time constraints.
