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Associate Dean, Academic Affairs & Student Engagement

Employer
University of South Carolina
Location
Columbia
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

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Posting Number:

FAC00226PO24

Advertised Title:

Associate Dean, Academic Affairs & Student Engagement

Campus:

Columbia

College/Division:

Division of Academic Affairs and Provost

Department:

PROV Graduate School

Advertised Salary Range:

$120,000 - $170,000

Location of Vacancy:

Columbia

Part/Full Time:

Full Time

Hours per Week:

37.5

Position Category:

Full-time Equivalent (FTE)

Basis :

12 months

Work County:

Richland

Tenure Information:

Tenure-Track/Tenured

Job Search Category:

Administrative

About University of South Carolina:

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Inclusive Excellence Statement:

At the University of South Carolina, we strive to cultivate an inclusive environment that is open, welcoming, and supportive of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize diversity in our workforce is essential to providing academic excellence and critical to our sustainability. The University is committed to eliminating barriers created by institutional discrimination through accountability and continuous process improvement. We celebrate the diverse voices, perspectives, and experiences of our employees.

Advertised Job Summary:

Associate Dean, Academic Affairs & Student Engagement

The Graduate School




Announcement

Do you have a passion for advancing academic excellence and empowering the next generation of scholars and professionals? Are you a visionary leader who thrives on shaping graduate education and fostering innovation in student learning and success? The Graduate School invites dynamic faculty leaders to apply for the position of Associate Dean, Academic Affairs and Student Engagement.

As a flagship university, we are committed to preparing graduate students for meaningful careers in academia, industry, the public sector, and beyond. This is a unique opportunity for a forward-thinking individual to have an impact on the future of graduate education, working alongside renowned faculty and talented students in a collaborative, supportive, and intellectually stimulating environment.

If you are ready to bring leadership and passion to The Graduate School, where we strive for innovation and academic excellence, we encourage you to join us in shaping the future of graduate education at the University of South Carolina. Together, we can inspire the next generation of thought leaders and make a lasting difference in the world.

Nominations for Associate Dean, Academic Affairs & Student Engagement, are being accepted. Please send to Dr. Ann Vail, Dean, The Graduate School, ann.vail@sc.edu.



Position Description

The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Engagement in The Graduate School plays a pivotal role in advancing graduate education by overseeing academic processes, policies, and graduate student services. The Associate Dean works in conjunction with The Graduate School Leadership Team and staff. This is a 12-month position with an administrative stipend. The Associate Dean:

· Provides strategic direction for graduate education in collaboration with the Dean and other university stakeholders.· Provides oversight and supervision for graduate student recruitment, admissions, retention, records, progression, and degree certification. The Associate Dean oversees and supervises the Graduate Enrollment Management Office, Office of Recruitment, and Office of Professional Development. The Associate Dean collaborates with the Vice Dean of The Graduate School to implement and evaluate and implement robust admissions and progression technology systems.· Advocates for the diverse needs of graduate students, including but not limited to, mental health, financial aid and fellowships, professional development, career development and placement. The Associate Dean serves on the Graduate Hub Coordinating Committee and provides coordination for the development of comprehensive graduate student experiences and engagement in conjunction with programs, departments, colleges, and student affairs.· Provides faculty with guidance and professional development on student engagement, supervision, and mentoring best practices.· Coordinates the annual review and update of the Graduate Education Policies and Procedures with The Graduate School staff and relevant stakeholders. The Associate Dean ensures compliance with institutional standards and accreditation requirements.· Leads the Presidential Fellowship program and collaborates with the Graduate Council and the Director of Recruitment to administer the Fellow’s selection process. The Associate Dean collaborates with the Director and Assistant Director of the Grace Jordan McFadden Professors Program to select participants and deliver the program.

Required Education and Experience:

Qualifications:

Education: PhD or equivalent.

Rank: Tenured professor (preferred) or tenured associate professor.

Experience: Academic leadership experience as a graduate director, chair, or associate/assistant dean, or related position (preferred).

Preferred Qualifications:

N/A

Desired Start Date:

03/01/2025

Job Open Date:

11/12/2024

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

Quicklink for Posting:

https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/178454

EEO Statement:

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Organization

Working at University of South Carolina

With more than 200 years of history and tradition, the University of South Carolina is redefining itself for decades to come. There's never been a better time to be at South Carolina, the state's flagship university and one of only 62 public universities to receive the Carnegie Foundation's highest designation for research.

The University is located in the heart of South Carolina in the capital city of Columbia, which is the nexus of government, a thriving arts and culture center, a venue for big-time Southeastern Conference intercollegiate athletics, and a community that is reinventing itself with redevelopment projects citywide. Much of the development is tied to land along the scenic, slow-moving Congaree River. Working with government, business, and community leaders, Carolina has developed a unified plan that will allow the University to expand from its origins on the historic Horseshoe to its future-Innovista, a research and innovation district that will stretch to the banks of the Congaree.

Innovista represents a new vision for research by creating a vibrant, urban community where students and researchers, including those from private firms, will live, work, learn, and play. Innovista will represent the University's four core research areas-hydrogen fuel cells, nanoscience and technology, biomedical and public health, and the environment-but will include other initiatives and business partners that serve the knowledge economy. Innovista's first private tenant, for example, is a leader in software applications for the insurance industry and will create several hundred high-paying jobs.

By attracting similar companies and jobs-and by capitalizing on an attractive location for restaurants and residential and retail space-Innovista will help drive the economy and increase per-capita income in the city and state. Recreational space will include a world-class waterfront park along the Congaree River and a new stadium for the Gamecocks' nationally ranked baseball program. Greenway paths for biking, walking, and running already line much of the river area. Innovista's 8 million square feet will blend seamlessly with the Vista, the city's nearby entertainment district of restaurants, bars, shops, and art galleries.

Chartered in 1801, Carolina began classes in 1805 with nine students and a single building, Rutledge College. As the campus grew and buildings were added during the next 50 years, a horseshoe layout was adopted. Today, the Horseshoe is on the National Register of Historic Places, with 10 of its 11 buildings dating to the 19th century. Those renovated buildings house, among other areas, the South Carolina Honors College and Undergraduate Admissions, representing much of the University's current and future lifeblood.

In fact, incoming freshman classes have never been larger or more competitive. The freshmen from fall 2006 set records for their size (more than 3,700) and SAT scores (1171 average). Freshmen enrolling in the Honors College had average SAT scores of 1398. Members of the University's prestigious scholarship programs, Carolina Scholars for in-state students and McNair Scholars for out-of-state students, had average scores of 1449 and 1477, respectively. Total enrollment at Carolina for undergraduates and graduates is more than 27,300, with some 350 degree programs to choose from. Since 1994, Carolina students have earned more than $9.9 million in prestigious national scholarships such as the Goldwater, Truman, Rhodes, and NSF scholarships and the Fulbright Fellowships.

South Carolina's student body is diverse. In fact, Carolina was recently recognized as the state flagship university with the highest percentage of African-American student enrollment in the nation. Research by the Journal of Blacks in Higher Education shows African-American students made up 14.7 percent of enrollment in 2004, the latest year available. The JBHE also ranks Carolina eighth in the nation in percentage of African-American faculty at a state flagship university with 4.3 percent.

The University's faculty garnered a record $173.3 million in federal, state, and private funding for research, outreach, and training programs in 2005-06, and several key hiring plans will introduce more talent and expertise to the faculty ranks. An aggressive campus building master plan and the faculty recruiting initiatives will change the collective face of the University and the faces of many of its key teachers and researchers.

South Carolina is recruiting world-class faculty to be endowed chairs-and change agents-for a series of "research centers of economic excellence" in areas such as nanoelectronics, polymer nanocomposites, brain imaging, regenerative medicine, cancer therapeutics, drug discovery, vision research, hydrogen fuel cells, and travel and tourism technology. These centers, some in collaboration with other state research universities and health and hospital systems, are funded with $30 million annually in state lottery money, as well as private matching money. Carolina is in the midst of a faculty recruitment plan to hire 600 new members. The Faculty Excellence Initiative is recruiting 150 faculty, many in interdisciplinary clusters of emphasis, while the Centenary Plan will recruit 100 elite research faculty to lead the University's core initiatives. Additionally, 350 faculty will be hired across disciplines to replace retirees over the next few years.

The University has forged a number of international collaborations in research, and the University's global connections are also strong in academics, particularly in international business. U.S. News & World Report has consistently ranked the Moore School of Business best in the nation for its undergraduate and graduate programs in international business; the undergraduate program is No. 1 for the 10th consecutive time, while the graduate program is No. 1 among public universities for the 18th consecutive year and No. 2 overall, continuing a streak of 18 years with a top-two overall ranking.

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