Dean of Integrated Learning Services

COLUMBIA COLLEGE•Columbia, SC

About The Position

The Dean of ILS provides strategic vision, goals, strategies, and direction to the Integrated Learning Services department, including library, research and scholarship support, career, advising and accessibility services. The Dean of Integrated LearningServices will direct, develop, and work closely with the Assistant Dean of Library and Learning Commons and the Executive Director of Student Success to implement a cohesive vision for this department, oversee library, student success and retention activities, and collaborate with personnel from across the college and community in support of the College's mission, vision, and strategic priorities. This position reports to the Vice Provost of Academic Affairs.

Requirements

Earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution, preferably in library/information science, higher education, student affairs, or a related field.
Earned graduate degree and/or extensive experience in higher education librarianship.
Extensive knowledge of and/or experience in higher education student success services, including oversight of areas such as Academic Advising, Career Services, or Accessibility Services.
Demonstrated record of strategic planning, team leadership, and organizational development.
Proven ability to manage complex budgets, supervise professional staff, and foster cross-departmental collaboration.
Knowledge of best practices in career services, academic advising, accessibility, and information literacy.
Demonstrated commitment to create an accessible and inclusive environment that serves all members of the community.
Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and consensus-building skills.
Experience with assessment, program evaluation, and the use of data to drive innovation.
Proficiency in platforms such as Navigate, Jenzabar, Handshake, Canvas, and other systems that support advising, career readiness, and assessment.
Knowledge of national standards, compliance requirements, and institutional frameworks, including ADA, Section 504, FERPA, NACADA, AHEAD, and NACE.

Nice To Haves

Experience with integrated service models and leading organizational change.
Familiarity with student success technologies and digital learning platforms.
Track record of securing external funding or grants to support innovative initiatives.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership and Vision
Develop and implement a comprehensive vision for integrated learning services that aligns with Columbia College’s mission, vision and strategic priorities.
Provide strategic leadership in accreditation-related student learning efforts, budget management, and resource advocacy to ensure each functional area has sustained support.
Ensure the library remains an innovative center for research, collaboration, and innovation.
Oversee and provide strategic feedback on Student Success’s retention planning and programming.
Communication and Collaboration
Facilitate collaboration and communication across departments, including senior leadership team, deans, IT, and institutional research, to align integrated learning services initiatives with institutional goals and strategic priorities.
Develop internal and external relationships that support the department’s contributions to institutional goals and strategic priorities such as improving the student experience and modernizing facilities and elevating the campus environment.
Department Leadership and Resource Management
Hire, develop, and supervise department faculty and staff.
Evaluate Assistant Dean and Executive Director-level positions annually.
Oversee the annual performance evaluations of other faculty/staff.
Recommend faculty for tenure and/or promotion, as applicable.
Ensure effective allocation of resources to maximize the department’s impact and drive continuous improvement.
Serve as a liaison with administration and other College departments.
Represent the College externally when appropriate.