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Ball State University

Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs

Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, United States, 47303


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Position TitleAssociate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs

About this OpportunityNow, more than ever, is a time of transformation in health care education. The COVID pandemic, escalating health disparities and concomitant racial injustice, and the Great Resignation have challenged health care systems and universities. At the Ball State University College of Health, we are embracing the opportunity to build innovative models of twinned education and community health services.

We graduate health professionals who are clinically knowledgeable, committed to advancing inclusive excellence, and ready to collaborate on interprofessional teams. Our research embraces interdisciplinarity and community engagement. We invite applications from creative and experienced faculty leaders for the vitally important position of Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs to join us in responding to health's evolving priorities to prepare a new generation of health care and social service professionals as well as faculty for the future.

Applications received by December 1, 2024 will receive full consideration and the position will remain open until filled.

Our Statement on InclusivenessAt Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellenceand freedom of expression.

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Affordable Healthcare

Retirement

Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)

Paid Parental Leave

Professional Development

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FLSAAdministrative Exemption

Hrs/Week40

Length of AssignmentFiscal Year - FT Continuing Contract

Position FunctionThe Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs is a senior College of Health Dean's Executive Team member. The Associate Dean provides strategic leadership and managerial oversight for undergraduate and graduate academic programs, including interprofessional education and practice. The Associate Dean guides the Student Success Center, which includes strategies for increasing admission, persistence, retention, and graduation, along with enhancing inclusive excellence. The Associate Dean collaborates with the Dean's Executive Team and Academic Unit Chairs on faculty and staff development, as well as the vision, mission, strategic plan, and organizational effectiveness of the college.

Minimum EducationDoctorate or terminal degree related to COH academic programs.

Minimum ExperienceLeadership in higher education with evidence of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service in higher education. Evidence of working cooperatively in a team environment.

Minimum OtherNone

Authorization to work in the USCandidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred EducationAlong with doctoral degree, continuing education in academic affairs, student affairs, data analytics. If appropriate, professional licensure/certification

Preferred ExperienceAdministrative experience in higher education, e.g., assistant or associate dean, department chair, program director; engagement in student services.

Preferred OtherNone

Pre-Employment ScreeningRequires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

Position Title(s) SupervisedDirector of Student Services, Director of Interprofessional Education and Practice; Academic Scheduler & Facilities Manager, Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean & Academic Affairs Coordinator

Required CertificationsNone is required, but professional licensure/certification is preferred as appropriate to the discipline.

EEO StatementBall State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

About Ball State UniversityBall State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

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Department InformationA vital resource for Indiana for preparing health professionals, the College of Health is moving boldly forward in making interprofessional education, practice and research its paradigm across its disciplines. The College offers 32 academic programs in 7 units: Departments of CounselingPsychology, Social Psychology, and Counseling; Military Science; Nutrition and Health Science;Speech Pathology and Audiology; and Social Work plus the Schools of Nursing and Kinesiology.

We are proud to be the academic home for the campus ROTC program, which commissions about 20 officers annually from Ball State and affiliated programs at nearby universities. Our 200 faculty and staff serve nearly 3,000 students. We partner with communities for immersive learning. OurInterprofessional Community Clinics and the Healthy Lifestyle Center offer health services and health education by faculty-supervised students. These clinics operate as an auxiliary to the college, providing an unusual opportunity for students to learn the business of health care.Faculty and students contribute to the evidence base for their respective disciplines. Our research is community engaged and features the Center for Peace and Conflict Studies, Human Performance Lab and the Center for Substance Use Research and Community Initiatives. The Fisher Institute for Health and Wellbeing is being re-envisioned as the College's hub of community engagement. We are committed to inclusive excellence in all we do to contribute to a diverse health professional workforce to decrease health disparities.

Our Health Professions Building, housing most of our academic programs, opened in 2019with 165,000 square feet and is LEED Gold certified. The School of Kinesiology is housed inthe Health and Physical Activity building, which boasts adjacencies to Worthen Arena, BallState Athletics, and the Jo Ann Gora Student Recreation and Wellness Center. MilitaryScience finds its home in the historic Ball Gymnasium.

Department Email or Phone Number765-285-5818

Duties & ResponsibilitiesRanking1

Job DutyFacilitate activities related to academic programs, including but not limited to oversight for the college undergraduate and graduate curriculum committees; developing high-impact practices such as immersive learning, study away/abroad, and undergraduate research; and management of student academic actions such as incompletes and grade changes. As part of this duty, the Associate Dean collaborates with university committees and the Provost's Office.

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Job DutyGuide academic units and interface with the Provost Office on all accreditation activities and unit reviews.

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Job DutySupervise the Director of Interprofessional Education and Practice and contribute to developing and facilitating interprofessional education and practice initiatives, including all COH academic programs and as appropriate to Indiana University School of Medicine and other BSU colleges.

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Job DutyFacilitate student grievance process. Work with academic unit leadership, faculty, students, and the Provost's Office to resolve issues fairly and in a timely fashion.

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Job DutySupervise academic scheduler and facilities manager and guide academic scheduling and facilities and equipment management related to academic and research programs. Maintain relationships with central services such as University Libraries and Information Technology.

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Job DutyProvide oversight for COH faculty affairs. This includes serving as ex-officio of the college promotion and tenure committee and salary/merit committee; guiding workload; facilitating academic unit chairperson elections; reviewing graduate faculty membership in compliance with Graduate School; and participating in prospective faculty interviews.

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Job DutyGuide and orient Academic Unit heads on matters related to Academic, Student and Faculty Affairs.

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Job DutyCollaborate with Dean's Executive Team and the Provost Office to guide faculty and staff success and leadership succession.

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Job DutyPerform other duties as assigned.

Posting Detail InformationPosting Number202401633P

Number of Vacancies1

Desired Start Date01/06/2025

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date10/15/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date

Open Until FilledYes

Information regarding transcriptsThe option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.

Special Instructions Summary

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover LetterIn support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's

enduring values , including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'