Salary: See Position Description
Location : Richland County, SC
Job Type: FTE - Full-Time
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Agency: University of South Carolina
Opening Date: 09/11/2026
Closing Date: 11/10/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
Agency Specific Application Procedures:: Your application must be submitted online at https://apptrkr.com/9817384
Class Code:: UD11
Position Number:: 9817384
Normal Work Schedule:: Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)
Pay Grade: Unclassified

Job Responsibilities

Associate Dean for Academic and Student AffairsDepartment: USC Lancaster - Palmetto CollegePart/Full Time: Full TimeAdvertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with education and experience.
Advertised Job SummaryThe Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs is responsible for strategic and long-term planning for all aspects of academic and student affairs for USC Lancaster located in Lancaster, South Carolina. The Associate Dean is responsible for the oversight of academic curriculum, assessment and evaluation of the curriculum. In addition, the Associate Dean provides leadership to the faculty and manages the processes through which teaching is conducted and administers all aspects of Student Affairs including creating a robust student life strategy specific to the student needs. Candidates must be collegial and demonstrate outstanding skills in communication, consensus building, and participatory management.
Primary responsibilities for the Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs:- Provide leadership for the development, implementation, and continuous quality improvement of an innovative curriculum.- Implement and assess an innovative and coherent strategic plan for the campus' academic and student affairs programs.- Coordinate with the faculty and academic and student affairs staff to ensure quality, continuity of innovation, and integrity in academic and student issues.- Oversee the quality of instruction and course content of all academic programs in the classroom and online.- Ensue academic and student affairs compliance with SACSCOC and University policies and procedures.- Create a culture across that values a team-based and collaborative approach to supporting students.- Stay informed about emerging academic trends that may influence future educational offerings.- Oversee processes in academic and student records, including contracts for faculty.- Direct supervisor of Registrar, Division Chairs, Executive Director of Enrollment Management, Director of Student Success and Retention, Director of Medford Library, Director of TRIO Programs, Director of Educational Partnerships. Director of Student Life, Director of Corporate and Community Outreach/ Coordinator of USCL Indian Land Location, Student Career Services, and Institutional Research and Strategic Planning, and Academic Affairs Support Staff.- Indirect supervisor of all full-time and part-time faculty- Conduct annual performance evaluations of all full-time staff direct reports.- Responsible for working with USC Columbia academic departments to secure approval for faculty to teach selected courses.- Responsible for planning course schedules and final exam schedules in consultation with Division Chairs and Registrar.- Responsible for supervision of academic division and faculty travel budgets.- Responsible for coordinating reports related to review of academic programs (e.g., Assessment, Blueprint, Institutional Effectiveness, etc.)- Responsible for coordinating reports related to academic program modifications (SACS and CHE), including new academic sites (both regular and dual credit)- Work with faculty regarding accreditation reports/issues related to associate degrees.- Responsible for review and revision if academic degree curricula- Responsible for reviewing and updating the USC Lancaster Bulletin- Serve as a facilitator to resolve conflict between students and faculty in consultation with Division Chairs and the Grievance Committee. (e.g., grade disputes, violations of academic integrity, etc.)- Work directly with the Registrar to confirm completion of academic requirements by candidates for degrees.- Serve on various faculty and administrative committees.- Collaborate with other system Academic Deans regarding academic issues related to Palmetto College bachelor degrees.- Serve on the Care Team.- work with the Director of Human Resources as the Title IX Coordinator for students.
Minimum and Additional Requirements

Required Education and Experience- Earned doctorate from an accredited university.- Substantial record of progressively responsible leadership that includes high-level administrative or managerial experience, advanced knowledge of and experience in higher education processes and policies and procedures.- Achievement in the criteria required for a faculty appointment with tenure and rank.- Experience with accreditation agencies/bodies.- Demonstrated record of sound financial management.- Proven ability to develop and foster good relationships with both internal campus stakeholders as well as external audiences such as local, state, and national agencies, officials, and donors.- Demonstrated experience fostering a collaborative and constructive work environment through open communication, positive team building, and effective relationship management.
Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications- Experience with developing, coordinating and delivering distance education programs.- Experience with high school dual enrollment programs.- Experience with student learning and/or academic program assessment.
Additional Comments

Job Close DateSpecial Instructions to ApplicantApplicants must complete an application, upload a cover letter that specifically addresses the applicant's qualifications, provide a curriculum vita, writing sample, teaching statement, research statement, and share graduate transcripts online. Graduate transcripts should be uploaded as Other Supporting Documents.Applicants must also provide contact information, to include an email address, for a minimum of three professional references. References will be contacted directly for letters of recommendation.Only applications and materials submitted through the online application process will be considered.Positions are advertised for a minimum of five (5) business days on our job website. After five (5) business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9817384
Benefits for State Employees
The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits
Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits
State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits
State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.