Associate Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences

Position Information

Position Information

Primary Purpose of the Organization

In the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, we are first and foremost committed to the success and support of our students. The College’s eight academic programs and services are attractive and accessible to the diverse student body, including first-time freshmen, transfer students, adult learners, military-affiliated students, and international students. To facilitate degree attainment and lifelong success, the College enhances opportunities for students with diverse needs by offering professional academic advising and mentoring. The College provides guidance and accountability for its academic departments and support units as they seek to improve their academic programs through strategic planning, assessment, specialized accreditation, and program review.

Primary Purpose of the Position

The position of Associate Dean will foster, promote, broaden, and maintain the academic excellence of the bachelor’s degree, master’s degree, and certificate-bearing programs. The Associate Dean position is a 12-month position. The Associate Dean reports to the Dean of the College of Humanities and Social Sciences, and he/she is a member of the CHSS leadership team. Under the general direction of the Dean of CHSS, the Associate Dean is responsible for the entire scope of planning, operations, and resource management for the College to ensure the smooth execution of the College’s administrative, instructional, service, research, and operational functionalities. The Associate Dean must subscribe to the principle of shared governance and collegiality; must have a collaborative working style and the ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• Administrative experience in an accredited program. Ph.D. in an accredited program which falls under the College of Humanities and Social Sciences.
• A record of excellence in teaching, research, and service equivalent to the rank of a tenured Associate Professor or full Professor.
• Demonstrated success in academic administrative leadership. Experience with accreditation, and developing programs, and developing new programs preferred.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

Preferred Qualifications

Special Instructions To Applicants

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”

Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Additional Information for Applicants

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

Quick Link

https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/29260

Supplemental Questions

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Optional & Required Documents

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Documents Continued
3. Other Documents Continued.