Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
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Job Description
IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae for automatic population of information to the application.
- The contact information work experience and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.
- Review information and doublecheck all fields containing information that the system parsed the software is intelligent but you need to verify that the data is accurate.
- In the My Experience section you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.
Note: If you have an expansive CV we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten 10 years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV as well as all other supporting documentation in the My Experience section of your application.
Job Description
SUMMARY:
Reporting to the Dean of the College of Science and Mathematics (CSAM) the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs equipped with a blend of academic and administrative skills oversees the curriculum and instructional matters while supporting a climate of curricular innovation and culture of academic excellence in the College. The Associate Dean shapes and administers activities to fulfill the Colleges mission and vision and plays a key role in overseeing policies and services that support the colleges strategic goals including faculty recruitment and management enrollment and schedule management instructional and academic support. The Associate Dean oversees all managerial activities related to programs including regular assessments reporting and accreditation requirements. The Associate Dean also supports the faculty and students in the delivery of curriculum providing instructional leadership to the faculty and managing the processes through which teaching is conducted administered and evaluated.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide leadership and support innovation in CSAM academic program and curriculum development.
Liaise between the Provosts office curriculum committees and faculty regarding issues related to academic programs.
Develop and promote interdisciplinary academic initiatives to support the college and university.
Work with other colleges and schools for interdisciplinary faculty initiatives.
Manage the growth development and vitality of academic programs and courses.
Remain current with institutional state and accreditation policies that impact academic programming compliance.
Represent the College and serve on the Graduate Council and the University Undergraduate Curriculum Committee.
Oversee and coordinate the College curriculum committee.
Work with faculty and staff from program areas and departments to promote the development of alternative delivery formats (e.g. offcampus online hybrid and lowresidency) courses and programs.
Lead efforts in faculty recruitment and retention aligned with diversity equity inclusion and social justice initiatives.
Facilitate the hiring process for fulltime faculty specialists and adjunct faculty.
Provide support to the Dean in overseeing faculty evaluation and promotion procedures.
Mentor and guide faculty in understanding the criteria for rank appointment reappointment and promotion. Oversee faculty development ensure new faculty are mentored and supported.
Coordinate with department chairs and faculty to assess and improve CSAM instructional quality and effectiveness.
Review course schedules and evaluate for efficiency (approvals reviewing faculty load coordinating with chairs to strategically determine course needs including number of sections sequencing and modality)
Coordinate program evaluations improvements and international academic initiatives.
Ensure academic program alignment with the institutional and college strategic plans.
Provide visionary leadership comprehensive support and mentorship for all assessment accreditation and credentialing activities within the College.
Oversee the preparation coordination review and evaluation of accreditation reports ensuring compliance with established standards.
Manage CSAM instructional service reporting and overload services.
Provide oversight of CSAM committee staffing and elections
Provide oversight of transfer course equivalency
Represent the College of Science and Mathematics at University events and on committees as appropriate.
Play a pivotal role in the Middle States accreditation process actively engaging in regional accreditation initiatives to uphold and enhance the Colleges academic standing.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:
Doctoral degree from accredited institution.
Six 6 years of relevant fulltime teaching and research experience at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
Five years of experience in higher education administration academic program management and faculty affairs.
Evidence of knowledge and skills in the development and implementation of discipline curricula and a range of academic credentials.
Experience leading directing and evaluating faculty and staff in a higher education environment.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively across diverse audiences both orally and in writing.
Ability to lead teams communicate with multiple and diverse audiences and individuals and complete tasks in a complex organizational environment.
PREFERRED:
Doctoral degree from an accredited university in a STEM discipline aligned with the Colleges existing departments.
Experience in developing interdisciplinary academic programs and courses.
Experience in developing training and knowledge enhancement programs for faculty to create unique academic programs including use of certifications and microcredentials.
Experience in strategic faculty recruitment and retention initiatives particularly promoting inclusive excellence.
Familiarity with innovative instructional formats including online hybrid and alternative delivery methods and demonstrated application of multiple formats in programs.
Proven expertise in assessing and enhancing academic programs through datadriven decisionmaking.
Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying current with trends in higher education and STEM disciplines.
PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.
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For questions or concerns please contact Human Resources Workday Recruiting Support at (Option 2 or email talent@montclair.
EEO/AA Statement
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.
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