Associate Dean of Education

At Carroll University, we are committed to identifying and employing strategies to support our goal to be and remain a socially just organization. Rooted in the Presbyterian (U.S.A.) heritage, we respect all aspects of diversity, embrace the practice of equity, expect inclusion, and embrace belonging throughout our community. Therefore, we seek applicants who can demonstrate their understanding of justice and who can inspire our increasingly diverse student population.

• Oversee curriculum development and academic quality across undergraduate and graduate programs in education.

• Lead initiatives to enhance academic programs, ensuring alignment with industry standards and accreditation requirements.

• Collaborate with college and university leadership to set and achieve enrollment goals for education programs.

• Provide leadership in the development and implementation of the school's goals and priorities, in alignment with the university's strategic plan.

• Represent Carroll University at regional and state meetings including DPI and Wisconsin Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (WACTE).

• Coordinate with SEHS Coordinator and Registrar's office on timetable and catalog updates.

• May teach up to 4 credits an academic year, based on departmental needs and expertise, ensuring a continued connection to students and academic life.

• Mentor and support faculty in teaching, service, and professional and scholarly activity.

• Supervise and collaborate with faculty to set academic goals, promote research initiatives, and encourage participation in professional development.

• Oversee faculty recruitment, retention, and annual faculty evaluation.

• Manage faculty workloads and resolve any staffing challenges.

• Facilitate department meetings with faculty, program staff and adjuncts as needed.

• Provide leadership and oversee all activities related to Department of Public Instruction (DPI) accreditation.

• Serve as liaison with DPI licensure division including monthly meetings, accreditation reports and visits, updating the Department of Education on legislative changes.

• Oversee department assessment and collaborate with the EDU Program Coordinator and faculty to ensure alignment with PI 34 and other education policies. Ensure that required annual federal (e.g. Title II), state, and campus reporting is completed.

• Collaborate with the Leadership and Organizational Development department on accreditation reports (Continuous Review, Appendix A and Appendix B).

• Provide leadership in the preparation and oversight of university assessment reports.

• Oversee program assessment systems.

• Collaborate with the Dean to develop long-term strategies for the department, aligning with university goals and the broader educational landscape.

• Lead strategic initiatives related to program growth, student success, and faculty development.

• Manage the departmental budget, ensuring that resources are allocated effectively to support faculty, students, and program initiatives.

• Collaborate with Marketing and Communications, and Admissions recruitment teams to grow enrollment in both undergraduate and graduate programs.

• Participate in outreach efforts, recruitment events, and marketing strategies to promote the department's programs.

• Develop strategies to support student retention, progression, and graduation, particularly for underrepresented groups.

• Oversee academic advising and assign EDU mentors to ensure that students have access to appropriate support services.

• Address student concerns or grievances, fostering a culture of open communication and support.

• Represent the department at university-wide committees, task forces, and strategic planning groups.

• Build relationships with local school districts and educational organizations to strengthen pipelines for student recruitment and employment.

• Develop partnerships with schools, educational organizations, and community groups to enhance field experiences, internships, and professional development for students.

• Perform other duties as assigned

• Doctoral degree in Education required.

• Demonstrated expertise appropriate for appointment as an Associate Professor of Professor

• Experience with discipline specific and Higher Learning Commission accreditation activities

• Experience in new academic program development

• Experience with academic program and student learning assessment

• Demonstrated excellence in written communication

• History of leadership and/or mentoring roles

• Excellent communication skills

• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, ability, socio-economic background, or job type.

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, organize work and meet deadlines in a time sensitive environment

• Ability to collaborate and serve as a respectful, collaborating team member

• Innovative and advanced problem-solving skills

• Experience navigating conflicting stakeholder needs

• Sensitivity to the needs of students, faculty and staff

• Entrepreneurial in nature

• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality as situation dictate

• Willingness to support and advance the University Mission and Ethos

• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

• Adobe Acrobat knowledge

• Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at the Department of Public Safety, at 208 Wright St., Waukesha, WI 53186.

Review of applications will begin January 20, 2025 for best consideration, please submit application materials by this date. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Please submit a cover letter and resume for this position along with this electronic application.

Carroll University makes employment opportunities available to qualified individuals whose skills and experience make them suitable candidates for placement. Candidates must be willing and able to support and advance the University mission.

Carroll University does not discriminate in any manner contrary to law or justice on the basis of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran's status in administration of programs or in the employment of faculty and staff.

The employment opportunities list is updated periodically based on openings. Applications will be accepted only for vacancies currently listed. All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.