Associate Dean, Undergraduate Education (CSU ONLY)

Company: San Jos-- State University
Location: San Jose
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

NOTE: The CSU strongly recommends that all individuals who access any in-person program or activity (on- or off-campus) operated or controlled by the University follow COVID-19 vaccine recommendations adopted by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the California Department of Public Health (CDPH) applicable to their age, medical condition, and other relevant indications and comply with other safety measures established by each campus.Job Summary*This position is open to current CSU employees only.*The Associate Dean of Undergraduate Education manages units and projects within Undergraduate Education that support student success in areas of curriculum development and review, assessment of learning, supported instruction, and high-impact practices. The Associate Dean takes full authority for the day-to-day implementation of the campus GE policy in collaboration with the Director of General Education, including GE Program assessment, development of any necessary exceptions at the student and program level, and evaluation of all student GE petitions. The Associate Dean approves and advises undergraduate Interdisciplinary Majors, and, as delegated by the Dean of Undergraduate Education, has final campus authority for undergraduate petitions associated with student academic progress.Key Responsibilities

• Develop and revise appropriate petitions; review and make final decisions on student petitions; advise returning, probationary and disqualified students;
• Consult with advisors, chairs, the registrar, associate deans, and other relevant offices about complex student cases
• Provide leadership in development and implementation of GE Program policy, direction of GE program assessment including leading development of program learning outcomes, coordination with Director of General Education
• Liase with General Education Advisory Committee
• Review of GE courses and updates to established Guidelines
• Provide leadership in monitoring and improving effectiveness of policies and procedures
• Organize and oversee the work of the Council of Associate Deans and the Academic Disqualification & Reinstatement Review Committee (ADRRC)
• Recommendation of posthumous degrees and certificates of achievement
• Approval and advising of undergraduate Interdisciplinary Majors
• Representing Undergraduate Education on student success related committees and projects as assigned
• Supervise selected office staff
• Outreach and support for students seeking reinstatement after academic disqualification, in collaboration with Undergraduate Advising & Success
• Work with IRSA to develop data communication strategy for Associate Deans, Chairs, and facultyKnowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner
  • Demonstrated ability to interpret policy and to consult effectively in resolving difficult student advisement problems across a spectrum of academic issues
  • Comprehensive knowledge or ability and eagerness to learn and understand the principles, practices, and procedures of Undergraduate Education
  • Advanced knowledge in facilitating undergraduate curriculum development, analysis, and assessment
  • Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, human resources, leadership
  • Facility with PeopleSoft and other campus databases and platforms
  • Demonstrated success in educating and training faculty and staff regarding academic and/or student progress policies and requirements
  • Public relations skills
  • Capacity to work quickly under pressure
  • Demonstrated successful ability in facilitating the education of students from a wide range of socio-cultural, language, education and ethnic backgrounds
  • Outstanding oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers, and the general public
  • Ability to operate department/unit as a team
  • Ability to accommodate multiple demands for commitment of time, energy and resources; adapt to changing priorities, situations and demands; and integrate changeRequired Qualifications
    • Doctorate Degree
    • Minimum of five years of experience as a faculty member with leadership responsibilities or academic administrator experiencePreferred Qualifications
      • Acquired tenured status at the minimum level of Associate Professor
      • Management experience at the program or department level
      • Broad experience facilitating undergraduate curriculum development, program review and student outcomes assessment, including General Education
      • Demonstrated experience advising students and interpreting policy to solve complex advisement problems across a spectrum of academic issues
      • Experience with PeopleSoft Student Administration and other campus databases
      • Demonstrated experience developing or implementing student success programs and processesCompensationClassification: Administrator IIIAnticipated Hiring Range: $13,500/month - $15,846/monthCSU Salary Range: $6,891/month - $22,119/monthThe final hiring salary will be commensurate with experience.San Jos-- State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available, please see the Employee Benefits Summary.Application ProcedureClick Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:
        • Resume
        • Letter of InterestAll applicants must apply within the specified application period: November 22, 2024 through January 15, 2025. This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.
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