Dean of the School of Education

Dean of the School of Education

The University of South Carolina Aiken, a COPLAC institution, invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the School of Education. Expected start date July 1, 2025. The Dean provides leadership and guidance in all aspects of the School of Education, including teaching, scholarship activities, intellectual development, program development, advancement, administrative management, and representation of the School both within and outside the University. The School of Education offers programs in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Middle Level Education, Music Education, Secondary Education, and Special Education, as well as a Master's Degree in Educator Leadership. For more information about the School of Education, please visit https://www.usca.edu/education.

Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs, the responsibilities of the Dean include, but are not limited to: support faculty recruitment, development, evaluation, and promotion; manage financial, personnel, and physical resources; support accreditation processes; cultivate and steward alumni and community relations; collaborate with partners within and outside the university; and secure and facilitate external funding through fundraising and grant acquisition, both public and private.

Qualifications:

• Dynamic and visionary leadership with enthusiasm for the position and the ability to build a strong sense of collegiality in the School and across campus.
  
• Evidence of progressively responsible and successful leadership experience.
  
• Experience with accreditation processes and procedures.
  
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising, grant acquisition, and student recruitment efforts.
  
• An ability to foster faculty development in teaching, scholarship, and service.
  
• The ability to cultivate and maintain strategic relationships with local, state, and national education partners, including PK-12 school districts, government agencies, and professional organizations.
  
• Earned Ph.D. or Ed.D. with a record of achievement that justifies tenure at the rank of Professor.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

USC Aiken continues to diversify its faculty ranks to more closely resemble our student population, approximately 40% of whom are from underrepresented racial or ethnic groups. USC Aiken is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, transgender status, genetics, protected veteran status, or pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions.

Review of applications will begin January 27, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/179789 and upload the following with their online application: a letter describing the interest and qualifications for the position, a current CV, unofficial transcripts, and full contact information for 3 professional references. References will not be contacted without permission. Please direct additional questions to Dr. Katie Smith, Search Chair, katie.smith@usca.edu . Finalists will be required to submit official hard copy transcripts and three signed recommendation letters.

The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA), a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master's degrees to more than 4000 students in 60 programs of study. USCA has ranked as one of the best public schools in the South by U.S. News & World Report for the 26th year in a row. Additionally, USCA was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USCA is South Carolina's COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USCA has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. Learn more about USC Aiken at www.usca.edu.

Situated on 450 acres, USCA is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Eisenhower, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes.

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