Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs

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Position Title
Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs

About this Opportunity
Now, 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 Inclusiveness
At 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.

Benefits and Community

Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.

• Affordable Healthcare
  
  
• Retirement
  
  
• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
  
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  
• Professional Development
  
  

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FLSA
Administrative Exemption

Hrs/Week
40

Length of Assignment
Fiscal Year - FT Continuing Contract

Position Function
The 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 Education
Doctorate or terminal degree related to COH academic programs.

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

Minimum Other
None

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

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

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

Preferred Other
None

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

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

Required Certifications
None is required, but professional licensure/certification is preferred as appropriate to the discipline.

EEO Statement
Ball 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 University
Ball 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 Information
A 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 Counseling
Psychology, 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. Our
Interprofessional Community Clinics and the Healthy Lifestyle Center offer h.