Position Details
Position Information
Budget Title
Associate Dean
Campus Title
Associate Dean
School/Division
Academic Affairs, Division of
Department
School of Education Office
Staff Sub-Type
Staff & Administration
Salary Level
MP
Salary Range
$110,000-$122,000 (Depending on Experience)
Position Effort
Full-Time
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Is this a temporary position?
No
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Position Summary
The Associate Dean for the School of Education assists and advises
the dean of the school on curricular issues, academic policies,
student concerns, and educator preparation processes.
The position of associate dean requires a high degree of
communication and collaboration with department chairs, academic
advisors, program coordinators, and professional staff in a wide
range of campus offices. The associate dean also serves on a number
of standing committees across the school and the university. In the
School of Education, the associate dean is an active member of the
Teacher Education Unit who works closely with the dean and the
assistant dean for assessment and accreditation in assuring the
delivery of high-quality teacher preparation programs across the
school and the campus. The position is a 12-month obligation.
SUNY Cortland is an engaged learning community that is committed to
promoting a diversity of thought and experience. We believe that an
equitable, inclusive, and diverse campus and curriculum are
critical to our educational mission.
Major Responsibilities
Policies and Procedures:
· Develops, reviews, and upholds policies and procedures related to
satisfactory academic standing, academic progress, academic
integrity, and eligibility for graduation;
· Serves as administrative point-of-contact for students and
families regarding academic policies and procedures;
· Works effectively and cooperatively with other university offices
and departments including but not limited to: the Registrar,
Admissions, Advisement and Transition, Human Resources, Student
Affairs, other Associate Deans, Deans, etc.
Curriculum Development and Review:
· Serves as school liaison for curricular changes and review;
· Reviews curricular changes proposed by departments.
Student Success
· Ensures student success by advising students on issues related to
registration, academic progress, and degree completion;
· Assists at-risk students in understanding and fulfilling their
academic goals and responsibilities;
· Advises students about opportunities for fellowships,
internships, study abroad, and graduate school;
· Serves as faculty advisor for Selected Studies in Education and
Integrated General Studies majors.
Educator Preparation
· Supports the Dean of the School of Education in the
administration of the Teacher Education Unit;
· Leads the work of the School of Education’s Professional
Development School Consortium;
· Assists with on-going data collection and analysis to maintain
compliance with national accreditation standards and state and
federal regulations governing educator preparation.
· Serves as the chief teacher certification officer for the
campus.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion;
· Demonstrated ability to multi-task;
· Effective oral and written communication skills;
· Effective organizational skills;
· Ability to meet deadlines;
· Demonstrated record of strong working relationships with
students, faculty, and staff.
Functional and Supervisory Relationships
Reports to the Dean of the School of Education; Supervises
Associate Dean’s Administrative Assistant; Works closely with
School of Education Department Chairs and Faculty; Collaborates
closely with Associate Deans in School of Arts and Sciences and the
School of Professional Studies.
Required Qualifications
· A terminal degree and record of achievement in teaching,
scholarship, and service sufficient for tenure in an academic
department in the School of Education.
· Demonstrated leadership and administrative experience.
· Experience with and knowledge of issues, policies, and
regulations related to educator preparation.
Preferred Qualifications
· Administrative experience at the level of department chair or
above.
· A demonstrated level of cultural competency in working with
diverse student populations
· Experience and familiarity with web-based student information and
curriculum management systems.
· Experience with administration and assessment of educator
preparation programs.
EEO Statement
The State University of New York at Cortland is an Affirmative
Action/Equal Employment Opportunity/Americans with Disabilities Act
(AA/ EEO / ADA ) employer. The university actively seeks
applications from women, veterans, individuals with a disability,
members of underrepresented groups or anyone that would enrich the
diversity of the university.
Job Close Date
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S23162
Review Start Date
09/20/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting
https://jobs.cortland.edu/postings/8836
Special Instructions
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Supplemental Questions
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Cover Letter
• Professional References Contact Info. ONLY (minimum of 3)
Optional Documents
Cortland NY United States