Associate Vice President and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Programs for the Commonwealth Campuses

Pennsylvania State University University Park, PA Full-time Management

Posted on April 22, 2024

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Associate Vice President and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Programs for the Commonwealth Campuses

JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University, a leading public research University, is seeking applications for the position of Associate Vice President and Senior Associate Dean for Academic Programs for the Commonwealth Campuses. Penn State's Commonwealth campuses serve a diverse student population of 30,000 and employ more than 7,500 full and part-time employees, including 2,600 faculty. The Associate Vice President and Senior Associate Dean reports directly to the Vice President for Commonwealth Campuses and Executive Chancellor (VPEC) and is a senior member of the VPEC's leadership team.

The successful candidate will provide leadership in academic affairs at the 20 geographically distributed Commonwealth campuses. Primary duties include the development, approval, and review of new academic programs. This position will also provide leadership for academic market research; statewide continuing education; and academic programs shared among multiple campuses, and inter-institutional articulations. In addition, this position will oversee college academic authority and related accreditation; academic services and records for associate, baccalaureate and certificate programs; and academic programming offered through inter-campus collaboration, outreach and on-line delivery. The position will liaise with central University offices, councils, and the Faculty Senate on matters of curricular affairs, and with academic leaders across the Commonwealth campuses.

Candidates must have an earned terminal degree with a minimum of seven years of leadership experience in academic administration; a record of excellence in teaching and research; and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion, and to quality academic programming leading to student success. Other essential skills include a broad knowledge of major issues within higher education and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a complex academic organization. Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are also essential.

Review of applications will begin February 15, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion and belonging that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, and leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity. We value inclusion and belonging as core strengths and essential elements of our public service mission.

EEO IS THE LAW

Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.

Apply online at https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PSU_Staff/job/Penn-State-University-Park/Associate-Vice-President-and-Senior-Associate-Dean-for-Academic-Programs-for-the-Commonwealth-Campuses_REQ_0000051879?q=REQ_0000051879

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Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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