Position Summary The Vice Dean is the senior operations leader of the School of Business & Technology and a strategic partner to the Dean. The Vice Dean is responsible for managing day-to-day academic activities, leading strategic initiatives, and is the liaison for ACBSP accreditation. This critical role plays a pivotal part in enhancing the School's reputation, expanding its reach, and ensuring its programs meet the evolving needs of the business landscape.
General Expectations of Holy Family University employees: - Uphold the mission and core values of Holy Family University, supporting the education of students to assume lifelong responsibilities towards God, society, and self.
- Accomplish assigned duties in an efficient, effective, and competent manner.
- Strive for improvement and excellence in all work performed.
- Demonstrate the ability to effectively interact with and work with students, faculty, staff, and the public.
- Follow and abide by all University policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines.
If an alternative work location should become necessary, the employee must be able to perform all parts of this job description while working away from the office, on campus or a combination, and be proficient or willing to become proficient in the technology needed to work away from the office. Essential Functions: Job duties must be performed, with or without reasonable accommodation, and may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This position description is illustrative and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents in this position.
- Supports the Dean in the successful deployment of strategic initiatives, including the design, implementation, support, and continuous improvement of courses, programs, and services of the School.
- Provides oversight and day-to-day support for faculty within the School of Business and Technology; addresses faculty requests and student issues in a timely manner. Informs the Dean of issues as appropriate. Serves as a liaison among staff, students, faculty, and the Dean.
- Collaborates with faculty and graduate program director to ensure program quality and effectiveness and to promote student learning, student satisfaction, enrollment, and student retention.
- Develops the course schedule, assigns faculty (both full-time and adjunct), and leads the hiring process for adjunct faculty.
- Provides support for assessment processes and program reviews.
- Serves as the university champion for ACBSP accreditation.
- Coordinates timely course observations of full time and adjunct faculty.
- Assists in the preparation of University materials such as the university catalog and marketing materials.
- Coordinates the maintenance and distribution of School-related policies and documentation.
- Coordinates School curriculum review, revision, and/or development.
- Serves as program administrator for RIZE, dual enrollment, and other specialized programs.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean, VPAA, or President of the University.
Education & Experience Requirements:- Master's degree in a related business area required, doctorate preferred.
- At least 3 years of administrative experience in higher education.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: - Strong understanding of business and technology education at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Strong skills in project management, collaboration, critical thinking, and problem solving.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Work Environment: - Operates in an office environment that may have frequent interruptions.
- The area is well-lit, temperature controlled and free from hazards.
- Noise level is generally quiet to moderate.
Physical Requirements:- Communicates frequently, in person, over the phone, or via a computer.
- Hearing is needed for extensive telephone and in person communication.
- Regularly required to sit for long periods of time; use hands to finger, handle or feel; reach with hands and arms.
- Manual dexterity is needed to operate a computer keyboard.
- Operates standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers.
Other important information: - Night and weekend hours to attend recruiting and student events, including but not limited to:
- Open Houses/Information sessions
- Commencement
- Orientation
We invite qualified applicants to view our open positions and apply directly at our career center by submitting a cover letter and resume.
