Assistant Dean of Engineering Student Affairs
Job Description
Position Number:
129502Title:
Assistant DeanFunctional Title:
Assistant Dean of Engineering Student AffairsCategory Status:
33-Exempt RegularApplicant Search Category:
StaffUniversity Authorized FTE:
100Unit:
ENGR-A. James Clark School of EngineeringCampus/College Information:
Founded in 1856, University of Maryland, College Park is the state’s flagship institution. Our 1,250-acre College Park campus is just minutes away from Washington, D.C., and the nexus of the nation’s legislative, executive, and judicial centers of power. This unique proximity to business and technology leaders, federal departments and agencies, and a myriad of research entities, embassies, think tanks, cultural centers, and non-profit organizations is simply unparalleled. Synergistic opportunities for our faculty and students abound and are virtually limitless in the nation’s capital and surrounding areas. The University is committed to attracting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff that will enhance our stature of preeminence in our three missions of teaching, scholarship, and full engagement in our community, the state of Maryland, and in the world.
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Position Summary/Purpose of Position:
The Assistant Dean of Engineering Student Affairs is a lead member of the Engineering Student Affairs & Academic Success Programs (ESA & ASP) unit which focuses on college-wide services to our students. Specifically, the unit is comprised of 9 groups: Undergraduate Recruitment and Scholarship Programs (URSP), Engineering Academic Services (EAS), Engineering Career Services (ECS), Office of Global Engineering Leadership (OGEL), Center for Minorities in Science and Engineering (CMSE), Women in Engineering (WIE), Keystone Program (KEY), Science Technology and Society (STS) and the Clark Scholars Program Network (CSPN). Reporting to the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Affairs, the Assistant Dean will have primary responsibilities in three areas: 1) development and implementation of strategic initiatives to serve changing student needs, 2) manage development of policy and equitable resourcing Engineering affiliated student organizations, student affairs risk management, student well-being, and student participation in self-governance, and 3) leadership of student affairs units within ESA & ASP group.
Benefits Summary
Top Benefits and Perks:Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s degree in related field.
Experience:
- 12+ years of professional work experience in Higher Education administration or similar field.
- 5+ years of supervisory experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
- Strong project management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively.
Preferences:
Preferences:
- Master’s degree focused in Higher Education or STEM field
- Demonstrated ability to create and implement new programs to successfully serve student needs and interests.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze the large perspective view of a problem and think strategically to produce a constructive response.
- Demonstrated ability to work with diverse groups/populations;
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems creatively in a fast-paced, multi-faceted environment;
- Demonstrated understanding of the role of academic services;
Additional Information:
Salary starting in the mid-$150,000 range.
Job Risks
Not Applicable to This PositionPhysical Demands
- Mostly sedentary work performed in an office environment requiring the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards for extended times.
- Ability to review, prepare, and analyze data and figures, transcribe, and engage extensive reading of materials and computer screens.
- Ability to traverse short/long distances on and off campus to attend meetings and events.
Posting Date:
06/11/2024Open Until Filled
YesBest Consideration Date
06/28/2024Diversity Statement:
The University of Maryland, College Park, an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, creed, marital status, political affiliation, personal appearance, or on the basis of rights secured by the First Amendment, in all aspects of employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
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