Associate Dean - College of Fine Arts - Tenure Track
About The Position
Western Michigan University's College of Fine Arts invites applications for the position of Associate Dean. The Associate Dean works closely with the College leadership team to provide vision, strategic direction, and administrative oversight for academic affairs, faculty development, student success, strategic enrollment management, and accreditation processes within the College. The Associate Dean will collaborate with school and institute directors, faculty, staff, and students to enhance the quality and impact of the College's academic initiatives. The Associate Dean will report to the Dean and hold a tenured faculty appointment and the rank of professor. This is a full-time, fiscal year position on the University's main campus.
Requirements
- Terminal degree from an accredited institution in one of the disciplines found with the College, or a related field, and /or equivalent professional experience in a similar administrative role.
- Demonstrated record of academic administrative accomplishments, including the ability to work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff and administrators.
- Demonstrated success as a teacher, artist, and/or scholar required for appointment to the academic rank of professor.
- Evidence of progressively responsible administrative experience, especially in the arts.
Nice To Haves
- Accomplishments in leading an academic unit.
- Experience with technology in the arts.
- Experience developing interdisciplinary curriculum and/or programming.
- Experience with strategic planning and assessment.
- Experience with diversifying student populations and employee groups.
Responsibilities
- Facilitate the professional development of faculty.
- Identify opportunities for faculty research and creative endeavors.
- Serve as liaison to the Office of Research and Innovation.
- Oversee collegiate curriculum planning, including collaborative degree planning, assessment, and accreditation.
- Lead the college technology committee.
- Coordinate a variety of outreach activities, including service learning and international education.
- Address formal student complaints and Clery Act Reporting.
- Other duties as assigned by the Dean.
Benefits
- Go to https://wmich.edu/hr/employees/faculty for benefits and other information.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Executive
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
