Academic Dean

Key Responsibilities:

Academic Leadership:

• Provide vision and leadership for curriculum development, academic policies, and instructional standards.

• Ensure academic programs meet accreditation and regulatory standards.

• Promote innovative teaching methods and use of technology in instruction.

Faculty Oversight:

• Recruit, evaluate, mentor, and support faculty and academic staff.

• Facilitate faculty development and performance reviews.

• Ensure compliance with faculty workload, promotion, and tenure policies.

Program Development and Evaluation:

• Oversee development, implementation, and assessment of academic programs.

• Lead academic planning and program review processes.

• Foster interdisciplinary collaboration and new program initiatives.

Student Success:

• Support student learning, retention, and completion initiatives.

• Address academic concerns and grievances in coordination with faculty and student services.

Strategic Planning and Budgeting:

• Develop and manage the academic budget for the division.

• Participate in institutional planning and policy-making.

• Align academic priorities with institutional goals and available resources.

Partnerships and Outreach:

• Collaborate with other deans, departments, and external partners.

• Represent the school/division in institutional committees and community events.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Doctorate or terminal degree in a relevant academic discipline.

• Minimum 57 years of academic leadership experience (e.g., department chair, associate dean).

• Demonstrated commitment to teaching, scholarship, and service.

• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Experience with accreditation processes.

• Familiarity with institutional effectiveness and assessment strategies.

• Proven ability to lead change and manage diverse teams.