Dean of Arts and Sciences manages administrative functions of the college of arts and sciences. Develops college strategic initiatives and participates in university long-term planning and policy setting. Being a Dean of Arts and Sciences leads college in fundraising and cultivating relationships with donors. Provides senior level 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. Additionally, Dean of Arts and Sciences requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. The Dean of Arts and Sciences manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Dean of Arts and Sciences typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Working Title | Dean of Library and Information Sciences |
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Position Number | 611266 |
Appointment Type | Permanent - Full Time |
Tenure Track | No |
FTE | 1 = 40 hours/week, 12 months |
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Primary Function of Organizational Unit | The dean must be an individual with exceptionally broad vision, an awareness of national and international educational developments and strong leadership skills to assume the position. The Dean sets the strategic direction for the School of Library and Information Sciences and establishes school-wide priorities. |
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Primary Purpose of Position | North Carolina Central University is seeking to hire a Dean of the School of Library and Information Sciences. This position reports directly to the Provost and Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and is a member of the leadership team for Academic Affairs. |
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Licenses or Certification required by Statute or Regulation | N/A |
Equal Opportunity Employer | North Carolina Central University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran. |
Function | Administrative |
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As a member of the Provost's leadership team, the Dean contributes to the university's strategic goals and is expected to: Foster an environment of collegiality, respect, and teamwork that empowers faculty and staff members to determine and accomplish the goals of the School of Library and Information Sciences. Represent the school of Library Information Sciences to the university's academic community, other service departments, the administration, the local community, and the wider network of Library and Information Sciences professional organizations nationally and internationally. Monitor the external environment, assessing risks and benefits of incorporating the use of new technologies and resources within the academic unit including administrative operations. Develop organizational models for Library and Information Sciences, determining allocation of human resources based on a broad understanding of the School's goals and outcomes. Develop strategies for recruitment of traditional and non-traditional students, student admissions, online program offerings, graduate assistantships and retaining excellent faculty and staff. Develop resource requirements for Library and Information Sciences. Recommend budget and allocates resources to meet needs of the community. |
Function | Other Duties as Assigned |
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Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Perform other duties as assigned. |
Function | Administrative |
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Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Identify and seek new funding sources to support Library and Information Sciences programs and collections, working in collaboration with Academic Resource Management. Engages in budget planning to incorporate projected future needs for technology and related information resources and services. Develop strategic plans and set priorities for Library and Information Sciences. Identify and integrate new technologies and information services that support and enhance the School's educational mission and that increase the efficiency and effectiveness of administrative operations. Develop, implement and assess graduation and retention strategies. Engage in continual assessment of the School's resources and services. Lead a high-quality faculty and staff, delegating authority for specific areas of responsibility. Support the professional development and continuing education of Library and Information Sciences faculty, administrators, and support staff. Support diversity initiatives and create a climate that fosters inclusivity. |
Function | Administrative |
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Describe the specific tasks and responsibilities related to the function. | Serve as the primary contact for the School in requests from the administration, faculty committees, outside agencies, alumni, and the general public. Keep abreast of current trends in library science, and library management in a complex academic and research environment, information technology, and instructional design. Possess administrative, budgetary, fund-raising, and collaborative leadership skills. Possess skills in teamwork, collaboration, relationship-building, and mentoring. |
Posting Number | EPA03119P |
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Open Date | 02/27/2024 |
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Open Until Filled | Yes |
Date Position Available | 07/01/2024 |
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