Apply Now Dean, College of Arts and SciencesSouth University Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of AmericaReq #279 Friday, November 8, 2019 Established in 1899, South University (www.southuniversity.edu) is a private, non-profit academic institution dedicated to providing educational opportunities for the intellectual, social and professional development of a diverse student population. South University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award associate, baccalaureate, masters and doctorate degrees.

The University traces its heritage to 1899, when Dr. John Draughon established Draughon’s Practical Business College in Savannah, Georgia. Over the past century-plus, South University has experienced continued growth transforming from a two-year college into a university offering undergraduate and graduate degree programs. South University’s approach to higher education, and the resulting varied academic experiences, provides students with the pragmatic approach necessary to create the foundation for personal and professional fulfillment.

South University provides a learning environment, both on-campus and online, that helps students identify goals and the means to achieve them. With this philosophy in mind, students can learn by interacting with a community of faculty, staff and administration dedicated to South University’s academic purpose. South University offers more than 50 academic programs across its nine campuses and through online programs.

The University’s academics are organized across five colleges: Arts and Sciences, Business, Health Professions, Nursing and Public Health, Theology – and a School of Pharmacy. With the introduction of South University, Online Programs, students can pursue both undergraduate degree and master’s degree programs ranging from the areas of Criminal Justice to Business – giving South University students more opportunities to make a difference, both personally and professionally.

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Dean – College of Arts and Sciences reports to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, is a senior member of the faculty, and serves as the chief academic officer for doctoral, masters, and bachelor programs, delivered in online and on-ground formats for the South University system in the following disciplines: General Studies; Criminal Justice; Legal Studies; Behavioral Sciences. The Dean ensures that existing and new program content and delivery are of consistently high quality, reviews curriculum and establishes/assesses student learning outcomes, facilitates the sharing of best practices between campus faculty, and balances local campus interests with program imperatives and the needs of the discipline. Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS:

• Articulate and implement a vision/plan for strategic college and programmatic development/expansion in support of South University’s growth and competitive position.

• Assure that faculty possess appropriate credentials, develop professionally, contribute to campus and college academic operations, and share and use best practices.

• In partnership with campus academic leaders, develop robust conceptual frameworks, student learning outcomes, and direct and indirect measures to assess and improve the quality of all programs.

• Coordinate the planning and implementation of innovative system wide program initiatives.

• Lead annual reviews of curriculum and program effectiveness.

• Develop curriculum for new programs in a timely manner.

• Work productively with, and serve as an advisor, mentor and coach, to department chairs/program directors, subject matter experts, and curriculum developers.

• Report as required on status of program quality and the effectiveness of the College, including the achievement of outcomes, student retention, curriculum currency and rigor, faculty performance and credentials, and adequacy of academic support services.

• Approve and endorse Program Director/Chair appointments and set credentialing standards for faculty.Actively participate in performance review of Program Directors/Chairs with Campus Dean(s) - Academic Affairs and Operations.

• Actively work to maintain professional accreditation of programs and the College.

• Conduct on-site evaluations and monitor annual reviews of all faculty members within the department.

• Supervise curriculum changes for the college as deemed necessary and in collaboration with other campuses of South University and Online.

• Develop curricular and policy revisions as requested by the SVPAA.

• Assist in the textbook selection process for courses within the College.

• Prepare the annual budget for the department and monitor monthly expenditures.

• Ensure that program directors conduct advisory committee meetings and engage the professional and business community as the “voice” and “face” of the College of Arts and Sciences.Ensure that each program director and full-time faculty member is active in the community as well.

• Adhere to university policies as described in the Faculty Handbook, job description, or other separate guidelines.

• When teaching, perform instructional duties as assigned as outlined in the Faculty job description.

• In concert with the Campus Dean – Academic Affairs and Operations, supervise program directors/chairs in academic matters.

• Play an integral role in the student recruitment process and program growth of all arts and sciences programs.

• Serve the College and University on committees as requested by the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs.

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 7 years post-doctoral experience

• Significant teaching experience at the University level

• Practical experience in the discipline of the program

• Evidence of management experience or potential

• Ph.D. in a related discipline

• Online program experience (preferred)

• Other requirements specific to the discipline

• Experience with computerized administrative systems; Proficient with the use of standard office applications on personalcomputers.

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret accreditation criteria, state agency regulations, and academic journals.

• Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community.

• Ability to effectively present information to faculty, academic and campus leaders, corporate leaders, and public groups.

ENVIRONMENT:

The individual must be able to travel out of the local area with an occasional overnight stay to participate in a variety of conferences and meetings and monitor/access system campus activity.The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to evaluate written information, talk or hear.The employee is frequently required to stand and walk.The employee is occasionally required to lift up to 10 pounds.

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.

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• South University Savannah, GA, 709 Mall Boulevard, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America

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