Julia Waskosky
Saint Anne,Illinois
Summary
Accomplished leader at Kankakee Community College, adept in strategic planning and quality improvement oversight, enhanced departmental performance and secured significant grant funding. Demonstrated excellence in fostering faculty collaboration and organizational development, with a keen focus on student development, accreditation compliance and federal grant expertise.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dean, Student Development and Services
Kankakee Community College
02.2011 - 10.2018
- Facilitated data-driven decision making by utilizing assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Secured funding through grant writing efforts, providing resources for new initiatives and research projects.
- Advocated for student needs, leading to development of comprehensive support services and resources.
- Served as advocate for departmental needs by effectively communicating with upper-level administration, securing resources necessary for continuous growth and improvement.
- Supervised admissions programs, student recruitment and retention, advising, financial aid, testing, athletic and federal grant programs.
- Led teams in strategic planning sessions to outline future growth paths and initiatives.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities effectively, ensuring proper allocation of funds to support essential operations and growth opportunities.
- Streamlined workflows by identifying bottlenecks in existing systems and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Coordinated with IT department to upgrade technology infrastructure, enhancing operational efficiency and data security.
- Improved policies and procedures to maximize student safety and campus security.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Dean, Learning Services
Kankakee Community College
01.2003 - 01.2011
- Enhanced department performance by implementing innovative teaching strategies and curriculum development methods.
- Secured funding through grant writing efforts, providing resources for new initiatives and research projects.
- Coordinated with department heads to ensure alignment of academic goals with institutional strategies.
- Oversaw accreditation processes, maintaining compliance with institutional standards and ensuring continuous improvement of academic offerings.
- Led development of interdisciplinary programs, connecting various departments and fostering collaborative learning environment.
- Managed budgetary responsibilities effectively, ensuring proper allocation of funds to support essential operations and growth opportunities.
- Helped spearhead launch of innovative online learning platforms, significantly expanding access to education.
- Created continuous quality improvement program for all college administrative departments.
- Facilitated data-driven decision making by utilizing assessment tools to evaluate program effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
- Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with local businesses and educational institutions to foster community engagement and support.
Director, TRiO Student Support Services
Kankakee Community College
01.1997 - 01.2003
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Managed budgets effectively to ensure optimal use of resources while maintaining financial stability.
- Recruited, hired, and trained personnel, working to establish key internal functions.
- Evaluated program and employee performance objectively using established metrics.
- Wrote renewal federal grant applications and secured approximately $250k in annual funding.
Education
MBA -
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, ILBachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Bourbonnais, ILAssociate of Arts -
Kankakee Community College
Kankakee, ILSkills
- Quality Improvement Oversight
- Faculty Development and Collaboration
- Program and Staff Performance Assessment
- Policy compliance
- Organizational Development
- Accreditation Compliance
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Federal Grant Expertise
- Organizational Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Supervision
- Project and Budget Management
Accomplishments
One of only four recipients in 2009 for the Instructional Leadership Award by the National Council of Instructional Administrators.
Certification
- Certified Developmental Education Specialist, Kellogg Institute at Appalachian State University - 2002
Timeline
Dean, Student Development and Services
Kankakee Community College
02.2011 - 10.2018
Dean, Learning Services
Kankakee Community College
01.2003 - 01.2011
Director, TRiO Student Support Services
Kankakee Community College
01.1997 - 01.2003
MBA -
Olivet Nazarene University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Olivet Nazarene University
Associate of Arts -
Kankakee Community College
- Certified Developmental Education Specialist, Kellogg Institute at Appalachian State University - 2002
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