Associate Dean, College of Engineering and Computer Science - Military Veterans

Affirmative Action No.:: 25Y075

First Consideration Date:: 01/31/2025

Department:: College of Eng & Computer Sci Admin

Position FTE::

100%

Minimum Annual or Hourly Rate: Negotiable

Job Purposes::

The Associate Dean of Engineering will play a crucial role in supporting the overall leadership and advancing academic programs within the college. This position requires an experienced and visionary individual with a strong background in engineering education, research, and administration. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Dean, faculty, vice provosts and other administrative staff to advance the strategic goals of the college, foster academic excellence, support faculty development, and contribute to the overall success and growth of the institution.

Required Qualifications::

• Ph.D. in an engineering discipline or a related field.
• At least three years of experience OR 1-2 years or experience with a record of accomplishing one or more major initiatives.
• Demonstrated success in fostering academic excellence, research and innovation.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Essential Functions and percent of time::

Academic Leadership - 30%

• Foster a culture of academic excellence and innovation within the college.
• Work closely with the Dean to develop and update the college strategic plan as well instituting metrics to measure and track progress towards achieving stated goals.
• Ensure lively committee activity that supports shared governance in academics.

Student Success - 25%

• Work closely with department chairs to recruit, develop, and retain high-quality faculty.
• Support faculty in their research, teaching, and professional development efforts.
• Collaborate with the Dean and other administrators to enhance student recruitment, retention, and graduation rates.
• Coordinate with student advising and support services to ensure a positive academic experience.
• Implement initiatives to enhance student engagement and experiential learning opportunities.
• Assist in resolving student grievances or conflicts, including mediating between students and faculty as necessary.
• Develop, in coordination with the Dean, policies for handling student misconduct, ensure fair processes, and provide education on rights and responsibilities.

Curriculum Development and Enhancement - 15%

• Collaborate with the Dean and faculty to develop and implement academic programs, ensuring alignment with the college's strategic goals.
• Lead efforts to design, develop, and enhance academic programs in alignment with industry trends and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with department chairs and faculty to implement innovative teaching methodologies and ensure currency in course content.
• Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation among faculty and students.

Working Conditions::

To preserve the safety and security of the campus community and to maintain the integrity of university operations, it is the policy of Wright State University making an employment offer contingent on various background checks, such as a criminal record, credit history when job related and/or education verifications. Additionally, an administrative review shall be conducted whenever the university learns that an employee is charged with or convicted of a crime (except for minor vehicle violations). Frequently asked questions related to background checks may be found on the Human resources website at http://www.wright.edu/human-resources .

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