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Associate Dean College of Optometric Medicine - 3554
University of North Carolina at Pembroke
Application
Details
Posted: 20-Nov-24
Location: Pembroke, North Carolina
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Optometry
Sector:
College / University
Internal Number: 5814086
Associate Dean College of Optometric Medicine - 3554
Division: Academic Affairs Department: Optometric Medicine (Office) Working Title: Associate Dean College of Optometric Medicine - 3554 Vacancy Type: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)
Min T/E Requirements: The Associate Dean for the College of Optometric Medicine must have an earned doctorate in the field of optometry or a related discipline. The successful candidate must have 5 years administrative experience in higher education. S/he must be committed to the principles of shared governance. Candidates should have experience with and commitment to ACOE accreditation; ability to work in a collaborative and collegial fashion with various internal and external constituencies; and demonstrated interest in academic program building and interprofessional studies.
FTE: 1.0 Salary Range: Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Position #: 3554 FLSA Status: Exempt Months per Year: 12 Work Schedule: Work Schedule Type:
Primary Purpose of Organization Unit: The College of Optometric Medicine provides doctoral level education and clinical training in preparation for licensure. At its full capacity, the College of Optometric Medicine will support a full-time faculty and staff of approximately 35 employees and a population of approximately 122 graduate students. The Doctor of Optometry program provides a comprehensive four-year curriculum in basic science, optometric science, clinical training, and provision of patient care in the third and fourth years of the program and will be accredited by the Accrediting Council on Optometric Education. The unit will also support a public eye care clinic.
Primary Purpose of Position: The Associate Dean, College of Optometric Medicine is part of the leadership team for the college and provides support to the Dean in the operation of college's academic affairs. The Associate Dean for College of Optometric Medicine participates in the College of Optometric Medicine's strategic planning, policy formation, and key decision making processes.
Job Description: The Associate Dean, College of Optometric Medicine is responsible for various issues and activities that relate to and are supportive of the college's teaching and research endeavors, the coordination of the curriculum and class schedules, supporting the recruitment and hiring and support of high quality faculty, attending to the daily business of the college, representing the college, and the dean's o?ce on various campus wide committees, and such duties as the dean considers appropriate. Under the direction of the Dean of the College of Optometric Medicine, the Associate Dean, College of Optometric Medicine will provide leadership and administrative support and work collaboratively within the school and across UNCP's colleges/schools. This is a full-time, 12- month position. The Associate Dean will report to the Dean, College of Optometric Medicine.
Management Preference: In addition, the ideal candidate will be: A committed teacher-scholar with a deep understanding of and respect for the University's commitment to shared governance; A mentor with experience enhancing research and scholarly productivity among faculty; A partnership builder, experienced working with external stakeholders, which may have included alumni, donors, industry, government, and community partners; An eloquent advocate for the College of Optometric Medicine An evidence-driven planner with experience in quantitative analysis, assessment, and outcomes measurements, as well as accreditation e?orts; and Ability to maintain confidential information
Lic or Certifications Required by Statute or Regulation:
Job Opening Date: 11/18/2024 Job Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Posting Category: Managerial/Non-Faculty Professional Posting Number: EPA00957
Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. New employees are paid only by direct deposit to the financial institution of their choice. Candidates claiming Veterans Preference must attach a copy of their DD-214 as a part of the online application process.
UNC Pembroke is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their age, race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression and national origin. UNC Pembroke is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.