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Dean of the Graduate School

Employer
University of Colorado Colorado Springs
Location
Colorado Springs, Colorado
Salary
$140,785.40 - $177,000 per calendar year
Date posted
Mar 3, 2023

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Position Type
Administrative, Academic Affairs, Academic Administration, Deans, Executive
Employment Level
Executive
Employment Type
Full Time

Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 29152)

Description

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs 

The Dean of the Graduate School is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month position that provides leadership and oversight to all aspects of graduate education at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). The Dean leads the Graduate School in its mission to offer resources, create opportunities, and promote excellence so that our graduate students, faculty, and staff are successful. Working within a framework of shared governance, the Dean will lead the Graduate School in advancing the quality of graduate academic programs, graduate student research, and collaborations. The Dean is an articulate advocate and spokesperson for Graduate Programs, working effectively with students, staff, faculty, other Deans, campus leadership, and community partners. The Dean also supports the core strategy of the UCCS 2030 Strategic Plan related to equity, diversity, and inclusion by fostering an accessible, supportive environment and an educational experience that recognizes diversity and cultural competence as integral components of academic excellence.

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of different offices and programs. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus. Find more information about working at UCCS here

The city, which was recently ranked as the number two Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2022, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful” and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities. Find out more about living in Colorado Springs through the Visit Colorado Springs page

Job Duties:

The Dean of the Graduate School provides leadership and management for the Graduate School and all activities that interface with the Graduate School from recruitment to graduation. The Dean will work with UCCS colleges and subsequent campus constituents to:

  • Foster programs, policies, and procedures that improve graduate student recruitment, admission, enrollment, retention, degree completion, professional opportunities, and overall success including the creation of new graduate programs.

  • Oversee graduate fellowships, scholarships, and assistantships.

  • Call and preside over the meetings of the Graduate Executive Committee.

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive database of admitted, incoming, and current graduate students and their funding support sources.

  • Ensure that all graduate programs are in compliance with Graduate School policies and procedures.

  • Serve as a member of the Deans Council, Associate Deans Council, Administrative Council, and other committees and work groups that need a graduate education advocate and representative.

  • Recommend and develop new policies, as necessary, for approval by the Graduate Executive Committee, Deans’ Council, Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs, and the campus.

  • Stay abreast of national trends and developments in graduate higher education and share and promote this information. 

  • Collaborate with the Enrollment Management team to coordinate all efforts of recruitment, admissions processes, and enrollment, and for Online Graduate Education on the development of micro-credentials, graduate certificates, and other graduate offerings that develop new educational opportunities for a wide range of graduate students.

  • Represent UCCS at state, regional, and national organizations concerned with graduate education.

  • Conduct outreach to local industries for training opportunities and collaborations.

  • Appoint faculty to the graduate faculty and appoint ad hoc graduate faculty committees as necessary.

  • Review and verify graduate courses.

  • Be an advocate for graduate education and diverse student groups, working with other offices to ensure graduate education and student needs are represented, known, and met.

  • Compile campus data and conduct data projects about graduate education and the graduate student experience, sharing results with programs and colleges.

  • Pursue sponsored program funding to support the mission of the graduate school.

  • Coordinate due process for graduate student academic and code of conduct appeals.

  • Oversee the general operation of the Graduate School office.

  • Oversee media communications for and from the Graduate School.

  • Promote cooperative and beneficial relationships among the departments, schools, colleges, and extended studies.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Work Location: This position will be expected to work on-site at the UCCS Campus with remote work as negotiated with the Provost & Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

What We Offer:

Salary Range: $140,785.40 - $177,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs offers excellent benefits, some of which include:

  • Medical insurance, with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee

  • Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurance

  • Generous paid vacation and sick time accruals (14.67 hours of vacation and 10 hours of sick accrued per month, prorated if part-time)

  • Mandatory retirement plans. Employees contribute 5% of their annual compensation. CU doubles that and contributes 10%

  • Tuition Assistant Benefit available to you or a dependent

  • Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment

  • Off Campus Housing Resources 

Tentative Search Timeline:

  • Priority will be given to applications submitted by April 2nd, 2023. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

  • The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of April 17th.

  • The potential dates for an on-campus finalist interview will occur between the days of April 24th to May 11th

  • The potential employee start date is July 1st, 2023

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check. 

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) 255-3372.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

 

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • A terminal degree in their field of study from an accredited institution.
  • Have a record of teaching, scholarly/creative work, and leadership and service sufficient to merit appointment as a tenured full professor in a college at UCCS.
  • Demonstrated successful experience in academic leadership within higher education.
  • Evidence of sustained excellence in teaching graduate students, advisement and mentorship of graduate students, and supervision of graduate student research.
  • Experience in the development, implementation, and oversight of graduate programs.
  • Strong understanding of higher education and the academic environment of graduate education.
  • Experience mentoring graduate faculty and staff.
  • Demonstrated commitment to and leadership in equity, inclusiveness, diversity, and belonging.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with:
    • Improving and enhancing graduate program quality
    • Online course delivery and implementation
    • Developing graduate micro-credentials, certificates, badging, etc.
    • Strategic enrollment and retention activities
    • Assessment strategies
  • Demonstrated use of shared governance in decision making process.

 Physical Requirements:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to remain still and move.

  • Tasks may involve using a computer screen continuously for long periods of time.

  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date.  If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

  Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 29152)

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

  • Applications submitted by April 2nd, 2023 will receive full consideration.
  • Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered.
  • Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 29152).
  • Official transcripts will be required upon hire.
  • Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. 

If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-860-4200 #5 or cucareershelp@cu.edu. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position.    

Application Materials Required: 

  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV

Application Materials Instructions: 

  • Please identify the job specific minimum qualifications you possess in your cover letter and be sure your resume includes any and all relevant experience to be accurately assessed against the qualifications listed in the posting.
  • To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting.
    1. A current resume. Must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time.
    2. A cover letter that specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications.
    3. When submitting the materials, check the Job Specific Attachments box next to each document in order for the search committee members to see your materials.

Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 29152)

 

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