Associate Dean of Business assists Dean with the management of administrative functions of the college of business. Collaborates with Dean on planning college strategic initiatives and supports on college fundraising. Being an Associate Dean of Business provides administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement, human resource, faculty development and performance appraisals, budget and finance, and facilities planning and management. Typically requires an advanced degree. Additionally, Associate Dean of Business typically reports to a Dean. The Associate Dean of Business typically manages through subordinate managers and professionals in larger groups of moderate complexity. Provides input to strategic decisions that affect the functional area of responsibility. May give input into developing the budget. Capable of resolving escalated issues arising from operations and requiring coordination with other departments. To be an Associate Dean of Business typically requires 3+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Type of Position: Associate Dean | Faculty – Tenure/Tenure Track
Workstudy Position: No
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:No
Institution Name: Clinton School of Public Service at the University of Arkansas
The Clinton School is a multidisciplinary program that promotes a vision of world leaders who work with others to build healthy, engaged and vibrant communities. The mission of the School is to educate and prepare professionals in public service who understand, engage, and transform complex social, cultural, economic, and political systems to ensure equity, challenge oppression, and effect positive social change. Located on the campus of the William J. Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, the school offers the first Master of Public Service (MPS) degree in the nation. For more information see our website at clintonschool.uasys.edu.
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Summary of Job Duties:
The University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service invites applications for an Associate Dean position. Located on the campus of the William J. Clinton Presidential Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, the school offers the first Master of Public Service (MPS) degree in the nation. The Clinton School of Public Service embarks on an exciting time as the school approaches its 20th anniversary and actively seeks to build out its impact.
The Clinton School seeks a proven academic leader who has the qualities to enrich the Clinton School’s academic mission that integrates a high quality classroom experience with rigorous applied research and immersive field service. The Clinton School is a multidisciplinary program that promotes a vision of world leaders who work with others to build healthy, engaged and vibrant communities. The mission of the School is to educate and prepare professionals in public service who understand, engage, and transform complex social, cultural, economic, and political systems to ensure equity and effect positive social change.
The next Associate Dean (Executive Vice President/Provost) serves as the institution’s Chief Academic Officer and reports directly to the Dean. The Associate Dean (Executive Vice President/Provost) will work closely with the Dean, institutional partners, faculty and staff to lead the academic enterprise of the Clinton School. Specifically, the Associate Dean will advance academic excellence in teaching and research as well as supporting student learning success on campus and online. The successful candidate will have the ability to manage a complex organization, oversee research and academic planning; assessment and curriculum review; faculty hiring and evaluation; and program accreditation.
The Clinton School seeks candidates with a record of accomplishments to qualify for appointment at the rank of Professor in a broad range of social science disciplines or cross-disciplinary program areas. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. The letter should also include your philosophy of public service. In addition to the application letter applicants must submit the names of three references. Target date for interviews is early Spring.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Faculty
Students
Instructional
Staff
General
Working Relationships: Dean/Faculty/Staff/Students of the Clinton School; appropriate staff/departments of sponsoring institutions (UAF, UALR, UAMS); appropriate staff/departments of the U of A System Office; HLC; ADHE. Dean of the Clinton School is Academic Dean’s direct report.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience
Required Documents to Apply: Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)
Optional Documents: Proof of Veteran Status
Interested applicants should submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae. The letter should also include your philosophy of public service. In addition to the application letter, applicants must submit the names of three professional references. Target date for on-campus interviews is early Spring.
Recruitment Contact Information: Benita Norwood, bnorwood@clintonschool.uasys.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site: https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas Clinton School of Public Service is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law..
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity: Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting, Standing, Talking
Frequent Physical Activity: Driving
Occasional Physical Activity: N/A
Benefits Eligible: Yes