What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Dean position at Texas A&M University Kingsville?
Job Title
Associate Dean
Agency
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Department
College Of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Kingsville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
The Associate Dean, under general direction, oversees and provides leadership and support for department heads and faculty within the College. Assists the Dean with academic matters and is responsible for quality assurance of administrative matters handled by the office.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists the Dean in the management and leadership of the College by performing various assigned tasks and by representing the College at various committee meetings and functions.
Ensures that administrative matters are carried out in an effective and efficient manner to provide excellent service to Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) constituencies.
Develops strategies, in consultation with the Dean, for allocation of resources, management, and support structures to deliver the College's strategies and policies for education and resultant improvements in metrics for entry standards and enrollment growth.
Manages the administration of funds and procedures relating to the College's financial operations, including reporting and policy implementation.
Provides training to faculty, administration, and staff. Develops funding opportunities for faculty, administration, and staff, and coordinates accreditation studies and activities.
Coordinates and actively participates in student recruitment and retention programs to ensure successful enrollment goals.
Monitors semester course offerings in terms of enrollment numbers, number of offerings, time of offerings, and size of classes.
Collects various data and assembles information concerning the College which can be used to project the image of the College to the public and to various funding groups.
Develops and maintains a public information and support system for and among alumni of the College.
The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Fills in for Dean when not present
Facilitates college student retention efforts, consults with students and parents
Assists the Dean in keeping faculty informed on Promotion and Tenure Timelines and provide faculty feedback on Annual Evaluation
Assist Dean in University Farm Facility improvements and farm management team oversight
Collaborates with Dean, Unit Heads and faculty to assist in development of Federal Initiatives for enhancing external grant development
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge of - Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of policies and procedures of TAMUS.
Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
Supervision of Others
This position generally supervises employees.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Associate Dean
Agency
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Department
College Of Agriculture and Natural Resources
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Kingsville, Texas
Job Type
Staff
Job Description
Job Summary
The Associate Dean, under general direction, oversees and provides leadership and support for department heads and faculty within the College. Assists the Dean with academic matters and is responsible for quality assurance of administrative matters handled by the office.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Assists the Dean in the management and leadership of the College by performing various assigned tasks and by representing the College at various committee meetings and functions.
Ensures that administrative matters are carried out in an effective and efficient manner to provide excellent service to Texas A&M University System (TAMUS) constituencies.
Develops strategies, in consultation with the Dean, for allocation of resources, management, and support structures to deliver the College's strategies and policies for education and resultant improvements in metrics for entry standards and enrollment growth.
Manages the administration of funds and procedures relating to the College's financial operations, including reporting and policy implementation.
Provides training to faculty, administration, and staff. Develops funding opportunities for faculty, administration, and staff, and coordinates accreditation studies and activities.
Coordinates and actively participates in student recruitment and retention programs to ensure successful enrollment goals.
Monitors semester course offerings in terms of enrollment numbers, number of offerings, time of offerings, and size of classes.
Collects various data and assembles information concerning the College which can be used to project the image of the College to the public and to various funding groups.
Develops and maintains a public information and support system for and among alumni of the College.
The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.
Additional Responsibilities
Fills in for Dean when not present
Facilitates college student retention efforts, consults with students and parents
Assists the Dean in keeping faculty informed on Promotion and Tenure Timelines and provide faculty feedback on Annual Evaluation
Assist Dean in University Farm Facility improvements and farm management team oversight
Collaborates with Dean, Unit Heads and faculty to assist in development of Federal Initiatives for enhancing external grant development
Minimum Requirements
Knowledge of - Knowledge of word processing and spreadsheet applications. Knowledge of policies and procedures of TAMUS.
Ability to - Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills.
Supervision of Others
This position generally supervises employees.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
