Lesley University – Sr. Associate Dean, Acad. Affairs, Art Institute of Boston
Posted February 5th, 2010 by admin
Lesley University – Sr. Associate Dean, Acad. Affairs, Art Institute of Boston
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reporting to the Dean at the Art Institute of Boston, at Lesley University, the successful candidate is responsible for directing and coordinating the activities of the academic departments of the school; for developing and communicating an academic vision and long range academic planning together with the Dean and Department Chairs; planning and implementing academic policies, procedures and systems; and managing faculty personnel procedures, committee assignments and workloads. The successful candidate is the primary college leader with regard to accreditation and the assessment and evaluation of academic programs. The incumbent supervises the Academic Program Manager, and is responsible for the overall management of the academic affairs office, including all activities and records involving curriculum, academic programs, and faculty. Supervises Academic Department Chairs and MFA Director, along with AIB’s Director of Academic Computing; coordinates AIB academic programs both internally and with other departments throughout the University. Represents Department Chairs, and makes recommendations regarding academic programs to the Dean, Provost, and other University administrators. Collaborates in the management of academic department budgets with the Assistant Dean for Administration and Department Chairs. The successful candidate will receive a Faculty contract and teaches courses as assigned. This position is located at 700 Beacon Street, Boston, MA
Please submit a cover letter and the names and contact information of three professional references along with your CV. Review of materials will begin on February 22, 2010.
Please note a representative from Lesley University will be attending the College Art Association Conference in Chicago in February. If you would like to meet with Lesley’s representative at the conference, please contact Margaret Murphy at 617-585-6652 for an appointment.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:
A terminal degree and significant experience in higher education. The Senior Associate Dean should qualify for academic rank as an Associate Professor or higher. A strong background of college-level teaching in the visual arts is essential. Three plus years of successful administrative experience is required. Supervisory experience as a Department Chair or higher is required. A record of current and past scholarly and professional activity. Excellent managerial and administrative skills; able to direct staff, set priorities and analyze data. Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational and problem-solving skills; a record of strong and consistent collaboration with faculty, administrators, staff and students.
Additional Information:
Grade: 30 Salary Range: $89,610-$132,623
Lesley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to increasing the diversity of the college community and the curriculum. Candidates who believe they can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply.
PLEASE APPLY ONLINE: http://lesley.interviewexchange.com/candapply.jsp?JOBID=17077
Open ……August / September 2011