Career Center

The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Graduate Education will provide visionary leadership to advance the faculty of the College, as well as oversight for space utilization and facilities of college buildings. This individual will serve as a liaison among the College of Education and the University in matters related to graduate education; reports directly to the Dean; is an integral part of the Dean’s staff; and works closely with the Office of Faculty Excellence, Office of the Provost, and Graduate School, among other university units, as well as the Leadership Team inside the college.

The Associate Dean will work effectively with faculty/staff to: facilitate the ongoing development of a rich and engaged faculty community committed to improving education and services for the citizens of the region and oversee and manage processes and tasks related to COE personnel, COE IT resources and support, and COE space and facilities. Work under the general direction of the Dean of the College of Education and collaborate with the other members of the leadership administrative team to support the mission of the College. Serve as designee representing the Dean as requested. Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

60% Leadership: Provide leadership in, and oversight of, graduate academic curriculum and course development; academic quality assurance; graduate student services; graduate student appeals and grievances; and graduate student recruitment and retention. Oversee activity related to faculty credentialing, graduate faculty status, promotion and tenure, and post-tenure review. Oversee activities related to faculty personnel matters, facilities, and technology support. Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

25% Professional Service: College of Education service; promotion of the development of the College and University through participation in College and University committees, faculty and chair candidate interviews, and administrative/leadership team meetings. Professional Society Service; aiding in the recognition of the college through participation in the governance process of appropriate professional societies. Participate in scholarly activities and professional services as required of members of the University faculty community. Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

15% Professional Knowledge: Assist the Dean in maintaining smooth, efficient, and effective operations in the College. Help to ensure compliance with policies and procedures; make recommendations for changes in policy or procedures that lead to overall improvement and quality enhancement; and handle confidential problems that arise in the college. Assist Dean in providing mentorship to department chairs and directors. Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Contingent upon availability of funding.