<p>Application Deadline</p> <p>August 18, 2025</p> <p>Full-Time Regular</p> <p>201457</p> <p>[C25-035]</p> <p>Assistant Dean</p> <p>Academic Affairs</p> <p>Carol A. Ammon College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences</p> <p>College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences</p> <p>School of Engineering, Science, and Technology</p> <p>Central Connecticut State University invites applications for four full-time Assistant Dean positions within the division of Academic Affairs. These positions are available in the Carol A. Ammon College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences (2), College of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences, and the School of Engineering, Science, and Technology. We seek qualified applicants who will provide administrative support to the Dean, playing a vital role in the day-to-day operations of the School or College. This is an exciting opportunity for someone seeking to foster a positive, inclusive academic environment and manage student support services and initiatives.</p> <p>Central Connecticut State University is the first publicly funded university in the state and recently celebrated 175 years of academic excellence and innovation. Please visit Central's website to learn more.</p> <p>Position Profile</p> <p>The Assistant Dean will help foster student success, academic excellence, and community engagement within the respective School or College and will serve as a vital liaison between the School/College and key University offices ensuring compliance with University, System, Federal and State rules, regulations, and policies, including, but not limited to, FERPA, Title IX, ADA, and the Clery Act. Duties include providing academic guidance regarding academic program selection, course registration, and progression through degree requirements to addressing concerns related to academic programs including student progress, complaints, grade appeals, dismissals, and academic misconduct and providing conflict resolution support. They will also monitor student academic performance, identify at-risk students, and implement interventions. The incumbent will represent the college or school at internal and external events. The Assistant Dean will organize student events and activities, including orientation, career fairs, and alumni networking opportunities. This is a highly collaborative, student-centered leadership role that offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on institutional goals through collaboration, development, engagement and retention initiatives.</p> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities</p> <p>Knowledge of Federal and State laws and regulations as well as University and BOR/CSCU policies and procedures; Knowledge of and ability to apply best practices in working with specialized student populations; Extensive knowledge of and ability to coordinate and conduct programming and outreach; Considerable ability to use computers, computerized systems, platforms and software including Microsoft Office Suite; Proficient interpersonal skills and presentation skills including use of presentation software; Oral and written communication skills required; Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines; Ability to collect, analyze, and prepare data. Ability to prepare reports and other materials; Demonstrated ability to work successfully in a collegial manner with students, faculty, staff, administration, and the public. Progressive leadership or managerial role that demonstrates knowledge and understanding of strategic planning, management, team building, leadership skills, fiscal management, and best practices.</p> <p>Applicant Evaluative Criteria</p> <p>Applicant profiles and supplementary materials will be evaluated for appointment based on the following:</p> <p>Education:</p> <p>All applicants must possess a Master's degree from an accredited institution of higher education.</p> <p>Experience and training:</p> <ul> <li>Four (4) years of professional experience in administering academic operations, programs, and services. </li><li>Demonstrated understanding of the objectives and needs of undergraduate and/or graduate students. </li></ul> <p>Ideal Candidate</p> <p>Preference will be given to applicants with the following:</p> <p>Experience working in higher education, specifically with undergraduate and graduate programs focused on enrollment growth, student success, academic excellence, as well as alignment with emerging research, industry, professional trends appropriate to the college/school.</p> <p>Earned Doctorate within the field of the appropriate college/school.</p> <p>Credentials and/or experience substantially comparable to the above may also be considered.</p> <p>To Apply</p> <p>To begin the application process, select the "Apply" button and electronically submit the following documents by August 18, 2025.</p> <ul> <li>Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position. </li><li>Current Résumé </li><li>Names of three current professional references with title, email addresses and telephone numbers. </li></ul> <p>Incomplete or late applications will not be considered. E-mailed and mailed applications will not be accepted. Please redact any personally identifiable information (i.e., Social Security Number, date of birth, marital status, country of origin) from any documents submitted.</p> <p>Inquiries may be sent to Dr. Kate McGrath, Search Committee Chair, at 860-832-2829 or mcgrathkae@ccsu.edu.</p> <p>Compensation and Employee Benefits</p> <p>The Assistant Dean position is compensated at the Administrator IV level in accordance with the State University Organization of Administrative Faculty (SUOAF) Collective Bargaining Union Agreement.</p> <p>For more information, please visit SUOAF.</p> <p>The State of Connecticut and Central Connecticut State University are proud to offer its employees competitive wages and a wide range of fringe benefits including voluntary and supplemental benefits.</p> <p>Fringe benefits include: paid personal, vacation and sick leave accruals; medical, dental, and prescription plans; group life insurance; retirement; retiree health care; tuition waiver for employee and eligible dependents at any of the Connecticut State Universities (Central, Eastern, Southern or Western) as well as an array of voluntary and supplemental benefits such as Deferred Retirement Contribution plans, Dependent Care Assistance and Medical Flexible spending accounts; long and short term disability insurance plans.</p> <p>For more detailed information, please visit CCSU Human Resources.</p> <p>As an affirmative action employer, Central Connecticut State University actively seeks and encourages applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. The University provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request.</p>