Job Summary
The Assistant Dean for Undergraduate Student Success and Academic Excellence for the College of Arts and Letters leads undergraduate student success initiatives for the College. The Assistant Dean will develop processes for identifying and solving problems to increase the scope and effectiveness of college student success initiatives and will also lead college outreach efforts. The Assistant Dean will work collaboratively with the Director of the BS Interdisciplinary Studies programs and college academic advisors to manage the IDS General Studies major. The Assistant Dean will report to the Dean and work in collaboration with the Associate Deans, Department Chairs, advisors, faculty, and staff in the college, as well as offices related to student success across the university.
Position Type
FullTime
Type of Recruitment
General Public
Minimum Qualifications
· Master’s degree in a related field (e.g., Higher Education Administration, Higher Education Leadership, or Student Affairs Administration) required.
· Proven ability to work effectively and collaboratively with administrators, faculty, students, and staff.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
· Proven ability to protect confidential information.
Some proficiency in process management, preferably in a higher education setting
· Considerable experience with undergraduate student admissions, advising, and recruitment practices in higher education setting required.
· Considerable experience in leading, developing, managing, and sustaining strong undergraduate academic student success programs.
· Considerable experience with tasks and strategies related to effective academic outreach efforts.
· Considerable experience with systems related to student success including Degree Works, Salesforce, Banner, and Canvas.
