Number of Vacancies: 1
Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
Employment Status: Full time, Regular
Pay Plan, Series & Grade: DS0058/2A
Salary Range: Up to $130,572 
Closing Date: Open Until Filled
Location: 4200 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC 20008 
Brief Description of Duties

Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs and Student Success provides decisive leadership for the College of Agriculture, Urban Sustainability and Environmental Sciences (CAUSES) at UDC. The position leads the development and execution of academic programs, curriculum design, diverse teaching methodologies, and innovation to drive faculty engagement, academic program accreditation, , and lead the delivery of quality recruitment and retention best practices.

The Associate Dean leads and oversees all student-related matters, including the University's student affairs team, student recruitment, retention, engagement and completion, mental health and wellness, military services, and disability support services. The position is responsible for budget management and supervising CAUSES operations in the absence and at the direction of the Dean. The Associate Dean also works closely with the assistant and other associate deans in CAUSES as a collaborative community of practice to ensure engagement at the highest level is integrated into the college's academic curricula.

The candidate must have an established record of excellence commensurate with appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor in a unit within CAUSES. At a minimum, the selected candidate must be eligible for a faculty appointment, including non-tenure track classifications.

The candidate must be a collaborative team player, work effectively and efficiently with diverse constituencies, perform all duties with a high degree of independence and efficiency, communicate effectively, work well under pressure, and be familiar (or familiarize self) with relevant rules, regulations, policies, and procedures for the position.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Generates reports and analyses pertaining to academic and student affairs, including assessing key performance indicators, budgeting, observations, leading faculty, and adjunct orientation managing adjunct and part-time faculty, and training and development.
• Supervises Department Chairs and unit staff support.
• Leads the planning, management, and support of major academic events such as Dean's list and Honor Society ceremonies, convocations, and commencement.
• Provides academic advising and counseling during peak times, and during enrollment events and other times as needed.
• Addresses student complaints, concerns and complicated advising and counseling issues.
• Addresses academic student suspension and dismissal reinstatement requests, course repeats and overload requests for students on academic probation.
• Serves as a point of contact for campus administrators for troubleshooting matters or providing referrals.
• Leads the academic and student outcomes components of the university’s strategic plan and works with the college assessment specialist to ensure continuous improvement.
• Oversees the efforts in the preparation of accreditation and annual program reviews.
• Works collaboratively with Assistant and Associate Deans to ensure academic programs embed community engagement and land-grant initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean.

• Terminal degree in any of the disciplines represented in the college or an allied profession.
• Four years of demonstrated successful leadership, including supervisory responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills, excellent verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proven scholarly record consistent with the mission of CAUSES.
• Demonstrated project planning and management, time management, and priority setting skills.
• Demonstrated experience integrating community engagement into undergraduate and graduate courses, curriculum, and co-curricular experiences (or equivalent work experience).
• Demonstrated ability to inspire, motivate, and facilitate the success of others.

Information to Applicant
Collective Bargaining Unit (Non-Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, annual (vacation) and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia’s retirement plan (TIAA-CREF).
Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived actual race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, marital status, personal appearance, genetic information, familial status, source of income, status as a victim of an intrafamily offense, place of residence or business, or status as a covered veteran, as provided for and to the extent required by District and Federal statutes and regulations. Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act. In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act. Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated. Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.
Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.
Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation. The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia. The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.
Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.
Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources Only.
Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5020.
The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University’s EO Policy Statement, please visit: http://www.udc.edu/equal opportunity/.