Dean – School of Business and Management – California Southern University – (TERMINAL DEGREE ONLY) (Remote)

The Dean is responsible for ensuring all academic objectives for their academic department, as established by the University, are met. Ensures that Faculty Mentors are performing to the University’s standards of quality and integrity. Develops programs for the departments by performing the below established duties. The Dean must be an effective advocate for their Schools, both within the University and externally. The Dean will have primary accountability for their schools’ management of resources: including fiscal and human. The Dean is responsible for collegiate planning and growth, including alignment of plans for academics, research and other activities in their school.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(Other duties may be assigned)

• Ensures that faculty and departmental staff are informed of organizational, educational, and accreditation policies which affect the delivery of educational services and operations of the department
• Directs and coordinates activities of faculty mentors
• Keeps current on trends in higher education and opportunities for improvement
• Keeps current on changes in relevant subject matter and keeps related courses up to date
• Reviews and evaluates curriculum for appropriate depth and breadth
• Screens candidates and recommends faculty mentor appointments
• Establishes faculty mentor course assignments, monitors and evaluates faculty mentor performance
• Charged with assessing student learning outcomes data and managing related activities in coordination with the Director of Institutional Research, Assessment and Planning
• Prepares letters of reference for learners and mentors
• Participates in the development of department budgets, strategic plans, and academic programs
• Initiates and leads the development, deployment, and assessment of new/evolving curriculum
• Conducts research and consults with faculty, staff, advisory boards, and business representatives in the design and development of new curriculum
• Leads in the establishment of and support of program reviews to ensure that the course/program is meeting intended objectives and requirements
• Works collaboratively with the Faculty Senate to support shared and participatory governance
• Advises the Vice Provost on academic matters related to their school
• Plays a supportive role in accreditation, program review, and other processes with institutional and programmatic accreditation agencies
• Responds to learner concerns and seeks resolution at the faculty level, ensuring that accurate records of these issues are kept in the Dean’s office
• Engages faculty, staff, and learners in discussions of academic issues, ensuring a positive, high-quality working environment
• Responsible for the growth of programs and retention of learners
• Works collaboratively with faculty and academic programs to facilitate and enhance retention and learner outcomes
• May serve on academic or institutional committees to support university goals and strategic planning
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Vice President and Vice Provost

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :

The Dean is responsible for the overall direction, coordination, and evaluation of the departments.

The Dean’s responsibilities include: hiring highly effective chairs and Core and Adjunct Faculty Mentors; conducting performance evaluations on staff; retaining key staff; assuring faculty and staff accountability for high-level performance in areas appropriate to their position; interviewing and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing the work of staff; rewarding and disciplining employees; and resolving and addressing faculty, staff, and learner complaints.

The Dean will also supervise Faculty Mentors in accordance with the University’s policies and procedures. The Dean may also be required to manage one or more academic staff.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Doctorate in a field or discipline relevant to the specific school and more than 5 years related experience and/or training. The Dean must be a subject matter expert in the field covered by the school e.g., psychology, business law, and related fields. Flexibility to handle a diversity of details to make informed and responsive decisions on matters that impact the academic programs of the department. Ability to establish both short and long-term academic objectives and operations for the department. Familiarity with personal computer business applications is required.

QUALITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governing body regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from colleagues, learners, accrediting and licensing agencies, and the public.  Effectiveness in human relations and dealing with the human aspects of the organization.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel), familiarity with CANVAS or a similar learning management system, and Colleague or a similar student information system. Able to use Microsoft Teams and Zoom, has broadband Internet connectivity supporting streaming audio and videoconferencing meetings.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:   

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.

RESEARCH SKILLS:

Familiarity with the following research methodologies:

Qualitative: Action Research, Evaluative (Programmatic/Policy), Case Study, Grounded Study, Content Analysis, Historical/Narrative, Delphi Method, Holistic Study, Developmental (Trend/Pattern), Phenomenology, Ethnography, Pure Descriptive, and Generic Designs.

Quantitative: Causal-Comparative; Correlational, Linear and Nonlinear Modelling, and Quasi-Experimental Design. Familiarity with 1-cycle and 2-cycle coding, CAQDAS, and grounded theory coding methods is desirable.

Mixed  Methods: Explanatory Sequential, Exploratory Sequential, and Parallel/Convergent Design.

REASONING ABILITY:   

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this position, the employee must regularly talk and actively listen. The employee is occasionally required to stand and reach with hands and arms. Specific vision abilities required by this job include computer technology and written materials which require close vision and color vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

As a remote employee, he/she must provide a work space that is safe and conducive to a business atmosphere where staff can interact with and provide undivided attention, removed from distractions.

WHAT WE OFFER*

• Salary Range between $109,000 and $114,000
• Paid time off
• Comprehensive medical, pharmaceutical, dental, and vision benefits
• Health savings and flexible spending accounts
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Tuition assistance
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Additional benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, prenatal and adoption assistance, and other voluntary benefits to select from.

*Most benefits apply to full-time employees. Some benefits apply to part-time employees as well. Benefits may vary by location and position and are subject to change at any time. Ask your recruiter for full details and information about eligible dependents.