Job No. 525920 Associate Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Education
- Employer
- California State University, Bakersfield
- Location
- California, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not specified
- Date posted
- Mar 21, 2023
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- Position Type
- Administrative, Deans
- Employment Level
- Executive
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Administrator III
UNION CODE: M80
FT/PT: Full-time
PAY PLAN: 12-month
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)
ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $130,000 - $160,000 annually
However, offer amount will be commensurate with candidate's
experience, education, skills, and training.
PAY BASIS: Monthly
BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 14 paid holidays per year and more! See our benefits website for additional information.
CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: Open to all qualified applicants
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, applications must be received by April 18, 2023; however, the position will remain open until filled.
CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy [calstate.policystat.com] and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under administrative direction of the Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Education, the Associate Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Education, will play a key leadership role in the future growth and forward success of the School as well as ensure the School's continued impact on education and local communities.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administration of academic programs and student
success
Oversee and coordinate the development and implementation of
school-wide programs.
Oversee and facilitate student retention and management of FTE
targets in consultation with the Dean and the Department
Chairs.
In consultation with Department Chairs and in collaboration
with the Dean, oversee curriculum and facilitate class
scheduling.
Serve as a resource to SSE faculty on curriculum development
and as an ex-officio member of the SSE curriculum committee.
In consultation with Department Chairs and in collaboration
with the Dean, oversee and facilitate program development and other
curricular initiatives targeted at improving student learning,
retention, and degree completion.
Facilitate student recruitment, orientation, and other student
outreach activities in coordination with the Dean, SSE Advising
Center, Department Chairs, and faculty.
Provide direction and oversight to the SSE Advising Coordinator
and professional advising team and represent the school on the
Advising Leadership Team.
Oversee student affairs in SSE, including the review and
processing of academic petitions, student grievances, issues, and
problems.
Serve as ex-officio member of the SSE Scholarship Committee and
oversee the awarding of student scholarships and awards.
Articulation, assessment, and
accreditation
Coordinate school-level assessment initiatives, department
assessment activities, department review processes and school
contributions to the WASC review process.
Coordinate school-level articulation activities and initiatives
with community colleges and other institutions of higher
education.
Assist the Dean, department chairs, and faculty to ensure
compliance with regulations, professional standards, state law, and
accreditation requirements.
Assist the Dean with preparation of annual reports, school
website and communications, and other reports on school
programs.
School and University policies, initiatives, and
communications
Serve as liaison to Student Services to assure compliance with
student retention and time to degree issues.
Assist the Dean in implementation of University and School
initiatives and compliance with School and University
policies.
Prepare annual reports, school website and communications, and
other reports on programs within the School in coordination with
the Dean.
Attend University committee meetings and functions as the
Dean's representative in the Dean's absence.
Community outreach and engagement
Work with the Dean and development staff on alumni relations,
community relations, and fundraising projects.
Represent the Dean's office at various School and
University-wide committees and the wider community.
Assist the dean in developing regional initiatives and
collaborations with community organizations, PK-12 institutions,
and other higher education institutions.
Attend community functions and University functions in the
community as the Dean's representative in the Dean's absence.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE –
An earned doctorate from an accredited institution in a field appropriate to one of the departments in the School, and an outstanding record of teaching, scholarship, and service commensurate with appointment as an Associate or Full professor with tenure in a discipline represented by the school. Demonstrated prior leadership experience as an administrator, department chair, academic leader, or equivalent experience (minimum of three years).
*A curriculum vitae (CV) is required. Please upload with your application.
LICENSES – Possession of a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA's) –
Regular and reliable attendance is required.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and evidence
of dedication to student success for a highly diverse, primarily
first-generation student population.
Demonstrated skills in management of fiscal and personnel
resources, facilities, research or academic program management and
evaluation.
Successful experience working with faculty and administrators
from a variety of disciplines, programs, and university
divisions.
Demonstrated experience and commitment to student success.
Demonstrated skills in organization, management,
problem-solving, and collaborative decision making.
Demonstrated ability to establish good working relationships
with various School constituencies in a collegial and consultative
manner, including faculty, students, staff, other administrators,
alumni, industry, community members, and the public.
Evidence of sensitivity to and understanding of the racial,
ethnic, and cultural diversity of the campus and community, and
sensitivity to the needs of all students.
Knowledge of the School's disciplines and undergraduate
curriculum at a level sufficient for collaboration with department
chairs for course planning and scheduling
Demonstrated customer service experience requiring a very high
level of diplomacy and professionalism.
Ability to use tact and diplomacy to effectively handle a broad
range of high level and sensitive interpersonal situations with
diverse personalities, and to respond appropriately to conflicts and
problems.
Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and
teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work
atmosphere in the University with the ability to establish and
maintain effective working relationships within a diverse
population and with those from various cultural backgrounds.
Excellent communication skills; ability to effectively
communicate information in a clear and understandable manner, both
verbally and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of English grammar, spelling and
punctuation.
Ability to interpret, communicate, and apply policies and
procedures.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a high degree of
confidentiality.
Excellent organizational and time management skills with the
ability to set own priorities to coordinate multiple assignments
with fluctuating and time-sensitive deadlines.
Excellent computer skills and competence with a variety of
computer applications including word-processing, spreadsheets,
databases, on-line systems, Internet as well as online calendaring
and email.
Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn University
infrastructure, policies and procedures.
Must be willing to travel and attend training programs off-site
for occasional professional development.
Must be able to work occasional holidays and adjust working
hours to meet special jobs. May be called back periodically to
perform work as needed on an emergency basis.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A record of effective engagement with faculty, students, staff,
university administrators, and members of the greater community
preferably a comprehensive or master's level university.
Understanding of and experience in school and university
governance.
Experience working with programs for student retention and
advisement.
Experience supporting community engagement and/or service
learning.
Successful experience and knowledge of AAQEP, CTC or CSWE
accreditations.
Demonstrated skills in an institutional/educational environment
utilizing a customer-oriented and service-centered attitude.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: SEDENTARY WORK – involves mainly sitting; minimal walking and standing; lifting light weight objects limited to 15 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: N/A
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of the people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.
MANDATED REPORTER: Limited- The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST: A "designated position" in the CSU's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.
EEO STATEMENT: California State University, Bakersfield is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.
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UNION CODE: M80
FT/PT: Full-time
PAY PLAN: 12-month
WORKPLACE TYPE: On-site (work in-person at business location)
ANTICIPATED HIRING RANGE: $130,000 - $160,000 annually
PAY BASIS: Monthly
BENEFITS: CSUB offers a best-in-class benefit package for eligible employees that includes an array of medical plans, choice of dental plans, vision coverage, retirement participation in CalPERS, CSU tuition waiver, up to 24 vacation days per year, sick leave with unlimited accrual, 14 paid holidays per year and more! See our benefits website for additional information.
CANDIDATES ELIGIBLE TO APPLY: Open to all qualified applicants
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:
FOR PRIORITY CONSIDERATION, applications must be received by April 18, 2023; however, the position will remain open until filled.
CSU requires faculty, staff, and students who are accessing campus facilities to be immunized against COVID-19 or declare a medical or religious exemption from doing so. Any candidates advanced in a currently open search process should be prepared to comply with this requirement. The systemwide policy can be found at CSU Vaccination Policy [calstate.policystat.com] and questions may be sent to hr@campus.edu.
POSITION PURPOSE:
Under administrative direction of the Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Education, the Associate Dean of the School of Social Sciences and Education, will play a key leadership role in the future growth and forward success of the School as well as ensure the School's continued impact on education and local communities.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE –
An earned doctorate from an accredited institution in a field appropriate to one of the departments in the School, and an outstanding record of teaching, scholarship, and service commensurate with appointment as an Associate or Full professor with tenure in a discipline represented by the school. Demonstrated prior leadership experience as an administrator, department chair, academic leader, or equivalent experience (minimum of three years).
*A curriculum vitae (CV) is required. Please upload with your application.
LICENSES – Possession of a valid driver's license or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES (SKA's) –
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: SEDENTARY WORK – involves mainly sitting; minimal walking and standing; lifting light weight objects limited to 15 pounds.
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: N/A
SPECIAL CONDITIONS:
SCREENING: Only those applicants possessing experience most directly related to the immediate needs of the office will be invited to appear before a Qualifications Appraisal Board for the purpose of appraising training, experience, and interest in the position.
BACKGROUND CHECK: Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. CSU will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.
SENSITIVE POSITION: Sensitive positions are designated by the CSU as requiring heightened scrutiny of individuals holding the position, based on potential for harm to children, concerns for the safety and security of the people, animals, or property, or heightened risk of financial loss to the CSU or individuals in the university community.
MANDATED REPORTER: Limited- The person holding this position is considered a limited mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083, revised July 21, 2017.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST: A "designated position" in the CSU's Conflict of Interest Code. The successful candidate accepting this position is required to file Conflict of Interest forms subject to the regulations of the Fair Political Practices Commission.
GENERAL INFORMATION: It is the policy of California State University, Bakersfield to hire only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. All new employees will be required to present documentation verifying their right to accept employment. You will also be requested to present a social security card at the time of initial appointment in compliance with state payroll regulations. State regulations require that every state employee sign the Oath of Allegiance prior to commencing the duties of his/her State employment, except legally employed non-citizens. These individuals are required to sign the Declaration of Permission to Work.
EEO STATEMENT: California State University, Bakersfield is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will be considered without regard to gender, race, age, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability or covered veteran status.
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