Associate Dean - School of Graduate & Professional Studies

Title: Associate Dean - School of Graduate & Professional Studies Location: Hyde Park United States Job Description: The Job Duties of this position are able to be performed from our NY Campus, CA Campus or Remote. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $110,000 to $125,000. Hiring offers will be determined based on the final candidate's qualifications and experience. The recruiter can share more information about what the anticipated hiring salary would be based upon your specific qualifications during the selection process. The hiring range will be modified based on the location of applicants. The CIA offers a substantial benefits package that includes medical coverage available at no cost to qualifying employees, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, short and long term disability insurance, retirement savings plan with high employer contributions, a generous paid time off program, and more! As the benefits package at the CIA results in a significant value above the base hiring salary for this position, we encourage you to apply so that our recruiters can share more information with you about the benefits of working for the CIA. POSITION SUMMARY The Associate Dean will be a thought partner and co-operational lead with the Dean of the School. In collaboration with other members of the School of Graduate & Professional Studies (SGPS) team and the college in a manner consistent with established Institute policies and procedures, the Associate Dean of the School of Graduate & Professional Studies, provides administrative management, supervision and leadership of adjunct faculty and oversight of the student experience. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Leadership in student experience including the strategy and implementation of program residencies, student advising, and mentorship. Engage and collaborate with various stakeholders for success.
• Manage the efficient scheduling of faculty for SGPS courses in collaboration with the Dean - SGPS and the Director - Faculty Staffing & Scheduling.
• Oversee the use of technology and other databases to provide technological leadership to support academic programs and administration.
• Provide leadership to improve student achievement, retention and the attainment of educational goals and student success.
• Supervise the position of Manager - Planning and Logistics, SGPS.
• Meet with students to discuss and advise on program and curricular issues/concerns to ensure requirements for successful degree completion, as well as resolution of problems or complaints, assisting in devising equitable responses and solutions.
• Smooth running of the school, work collaboratively with CIA deans and departments, such as marketing, advancement, other schools, and the registrar.
• Provide curriculum leadership in areas as assigned.
• Participate in budget development and monitor budgets.
• Serve on CIA committees as appropriate.
• Any and all other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Education:

• Master's Degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in higher education.
• Minimum of two (2) years of supervisory experience and/or teaching experience.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience working on instructional design or curriculum development.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's or Doctorate degree in Education or a related field.
• Successful administrative experience or demonstrated leadership experience related to teaching and pedagogy, including the supervision, evaluation and management of faculty.
• Minimum of three (3) years experience with accreditation and assessment processes with in higher education environment.

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Excellent written, verbal communication and presentation skills required. Must have demonstrated ability in organizational, time management, problem solving and interpersonal skills.
• Skilled in relevant curriculum development and ability to lead the design and revision of curricula to maintain relevancy and meet changing needs.
• Ability to provide leadership for assessment of faculty performance and student academic achievement.
• Knowledge of concepts and practices promoting effective teaching and learning.
• Broad business savvy, with a solid grasp of financial and operating goals. Must have a track record of achieving measurable success for meeting objectives, managing costs and achieving change.
• Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills required, including the ability to form and mobilize intra-organizational teams to accomplish educational goals.
• Must have a history of developing programs to support strategic vision, partnering with stakeholder groups, and effective problem solving and negotiation.
• Ability to use sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive faculty and student issues with confidentiality and discretion.
• Must be adaptable, dependable, with the ability to handle multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Must have a proven, consistent track record showing the ability to work with all levels within an organization.
• Display a high level of energy and self-motivation.
• Strong administrative experience with exceptional organizational skills, including the ability to organize the work of others.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Must be available to work a flexible schedule as well as nights and weekends as required due to business needs.
• Regular work requires a great deal of computer usage, many times in excess of eight (8) hours per day.
• Able to travel periodically to other CIA locations due to business needs.

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