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University of Alaska

Associate Dean for Teaching, Learning and Innovation

University of Alaska, Fairbanks, Alaska, United States, 99712


Are you a seasoned leader in higher education with a passion for innovation and student success? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment in which you can make a real difference? If so, we invite you to join our team as the University of Alaska Fairbanks' Community and Technical College (CTC) as the Associate Dean for Teaching, Learning, and Innovation and make a lasting impact on the lives of students and the future of higher education in Alaska.As the Associate Dean, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of CTC by overseeing a diverse portfolio of academic programs, fostering a culture of innovation, and driving institutional growth. You will collaborate with faculty, staff, and students to enhance student success, develop new academic programs, and support innovative teaching and learning approaches.This is an exciting time to join CTC. We are proud of our 50 year history of serving Alaska's educational and workforce development needs, and we are poised for growth through expansion of workforce programs, transfer pathways, accelerated degrees, and dual enrollment.To be successful in this role, you should be a visionary leader who is flexible, adaptable, and willing to take risks. You should be interested in supporting our vision of becoming a truly student-ready institution. You will use your demonstrated leadership in curriculum development and assessment, along with a strong background in faculty development and strategic planning on a daily basis. Experience in securing grants and managing budgets is essential, as well as expertise in negotiating partnerships, agreements, and contracts with external organizations and agencies will help you to be successful in this role. The successful candidate should be adept at fostering a culture of innovation and continuous improvement, collaborating with various stakeholders, and effectively balancing departmental and institutional needs.Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in relevant field. Six years progressively responsible experience in higher education or a related area, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Advanced degree preferred.

Position Details:

This position is located at the UAF Community and Technical College in Fairbanks. This is a full-time, 12-month, associate dean/non represented faculty position complete with both a competitive salary and

full employee benefits package . UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave/faculty time off, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Faculty salaries are based on a variety of factors, including education and experience.

To complete your application please attach the following:

Resume or Vita

Cover letter detailing qualifications for this position

Philosophy of Teaching Statement

Transcripts (unofficial may be submitted with application, official transcripts will be required upon hire)

Three (3) professional employment references to include the name, professional relationship, email address and contact phone number

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. Review of application materials will begin immediately.

*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

UA is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, educational institution and provider and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual:

www.alaska.edu/nondiscrimination .

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Dianna James, UAF Community and Technical College Director of Operations, at drjames3@alaska.edu or 907-455-2863.

All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.

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