Assoc Dean College of Arts and Sciences - 3457

Associate Dean of College of Arts and Sciences must have:

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As the largest academic unit on campus, the College of Arts & Sciences forms the academic core of the University of North Carolina at Pembroke. The College comprises 14 academic departments and 3 programs, approximately 180 full-time faculty members, and serves roughly 3,000 undergraduate and graduate students. It offers a broad range of disciplines across the arts, humanities, social sciences, and STEM fields, providing the foundation for the University's academic mission and supporting student success across a diverse curriculum.

The Associate Dean of Student Success and Curriculum works with the Dean to manage the College of Arts & Sciences-the largest academic unit at UNC Pembroke, encompassing 14 departments and 3 programs with the greatest number of faculty, staff, and students. This position provides advanced administrative leadership in student success, academic program development, and assessment while supporting the Dean in achieving the College's strategic goals.

The Associate Dean oversees the Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies ( BIS) Program, supervising its Program Director and two professional staff members to ensure program quality, innovation, and student support. The position also provides professional guidance to faculty and department chairs in curriculum design, program assessment, and compliance with university and state standards.

Working collaboratively with the Graduate School, the Honors College, and other academic and student success units, the Associate Dean facilitates initiatives that enhance student engagement, belonging, and academic preparedness. The position serves as a key resource for addressing student concerns and complaints and is the student-facing representative of the Dean's Office.

Additionally, the Associate Dean oversees marketing and media efforts for the College, including coordination of social media, the Bravery Journal, podcasts, and other communications that promote student recruitment, retention, and the visibility of CAS programs. The position also contributes to data collection, reporting, and continuous improvement efforts at the college and university levels to strengthen accountability and student outcomes.

This 12-month, full-time position serves as a member of the College of Arts & Sciences leadership team and supports the Dean in coordinating the college's 14 departments and 3 programs. Duties may include, among others, responsibilities assigned by the Dean.

Student Initiatives and Concerns (40%)

Program Development, Assessment, and Enrollment (40%)

Marketing and Media Oversight (20%)

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.

UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.