Assistant Dean Health Professions – Graduate Programs Position Available In Chatham, Georgia

Assistant Dean Health Professions – Graduate Programs
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• South University Corporate Savannah, GA, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America
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  Posted Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00 PM | Expires Wednesday, May 7, 2025 at 9:59 PM
  South University provides a warm, supportive learning environment that will encourage you to join a community of faculty, staff and students eager to play a role in helping you achieve your professional goals, on campus and online.

The South University 125-year story—past, present, and future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have developed the education and spirit of community that have become our pledge to students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters of South University. Whether you have been part of the University family for many years, have recently come our way, or are thinking about joining us, you will find South University to be a place you can call home.
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Visit www.southuniversity.edu today to learn more about what makes us stand apart as a place where you can make a difference in the lives of students eager to learn and grow.
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Benefits:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
  FSA/HSA
  Tuition Assistant Program
  Long/Short Term Disability
  Life Insurance
  Employee Assistance Program
  401K Match Paid Time Off
  12 Paid Holidays
• includes domestic partner coverage

POSITION SUMMARY

The Assistant/Associate Dean for Graduate College of Health Professions Programs is a member of the full-time faculty (rank commensurate with experience). The primary responsibilities of the Assistant/Associate Dean Graduate College of Health Professions Programs are to supervise Department Chairs, Program Directors, and faculty (in all locations- Campus and Online) in order that SACSCOC and programmatic accreditation standards and state agency regulations are met, and to ensure that content delivery of both existing and new programs are of high quality and align with the pedagogy design of active and effective learning. The incumbent is responsible for all Graduate College of Health Professions program accreditation reporting and assessment of the students, faculty, staff, and curriculum. The incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to students; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
The Assistant/Associate Dean for Campus Programs also participates in activities that promote the stature of the academic programs, departments, and colleges and abides by the mandates set by the South University Board of Managers and administration.

KEY JOB ELEMENTS

Supervise the Graduate College of Health Professions educational process to ensure every student, faculty, and staff member is involved in a positive educational experience through the learning, teaching, and social environment.
Directs and achieves successful programmatic expansion, student outcomes, and accreditor evaluation results across all Graduate programs in the College.
Retains non-teaching responsibilities as a full-time faculty member (rank), as outlined in the faculty job description and in accordance with the provisions of Faculty Supplement to the South University Employee Handbook.
Communicates consistently and effectively with the college dean, department chairs, and other South University administrators.
Provides leadership of and direction to Department Chairs, Program Directors, Assistant Program, faculty, and staff to identify initiatives to improve the student, faculty, and staff experience. Develops with these individuals action plans and drives plan completion to attain the relevant goals of the South University Strategic Plan. Provides regular assessment of progress of these initiatives in attaining goals and holds self and direct reports accountable for implementation.
Ensures Department Chairs, Program Directors, faculty, and staff are in compliance with South University’s academic policies and procedures, educational policies, and SACSCOC and programmatic accreditation standards and state agency regulations.
In close coordination with South University Institutional Assessment and related Campus personnel, provides leadership in the assessment process and ensures that the South University Program Session Review/Annual Reporting is applied to Graduate programs and courses, with the results used to improve the student experience.
Reviews full-time faculty candidates according to SACSCOC and programmatic accreditation standards, along with the policies and procedures of the University, making full-time faculty (rank) hiring recommendations to the College Dean.
Ensures proper credentialing of full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty according to SACSCOC and programmatic accreditation standards, along with the policies and procedures of the University.
Trains, manages, and leads the Department Chairs for Graduate Programs according to the policies and procedures of the University.
Supervises (through the Department Chairs for Graduate Programs) the full-time, part-time, and adjunct faculty evaluation process, including the completion of periodic course observations for quality assurance and annual faculty evaluations, to ensure faculty provide a strong, student-focused educational environment through consistent adherence to course rubrics, student competencies, and course pedagogy.
Supervises the faculty development process and Academic Summits in close coordination with the Department Chairs and related Campus personnel in compliance with South University faculty development policies.
Investigates and resolves student, staff, and faculty educational problems requiring academic actions in consultation with pertinent individuals and departments, under the direction and approval of the College Dean according to the policies and procedures of the University (including all process and documentation requirements).
Collaborates with the Department Chairs to supervise the curriculum revision and development processes (including ad hoc and educational delivery issues) to ensure the achievement of program and course competencies as determined by the college and University.
Supervises course scheduling, faculty scheduling, college meetings, and other pertinent operational matters.
As appropriate for the program, reviews the transfer of credit decision made by the Department Chair and transfer of credit materials to affirm or alter the transfer of credit decision.
Participates in the development and periodic meetings of the pertinent South University advisory councils.
Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Successful record of increasing responsibility and leadership within a university or industry setting, with Campus and/or academic experience a plus.
Terminal degree in Physician Assistant, from a regionally accredited university.
Experience with ARC-PA reporting and at least 3 years in PA Education.
A minimum of 2 years successful performance in a full-time university-level teaching role and prior management experience in higher education or in another organization within the PA discipline.
Ability to travel to the campus 60% of the time.
Teaching experience at the collegiate level, with online teaching experience a plus.
Strong leadership, strategic planning, change management and analytical skills.
Strong fiscal and personnel management experience.
Experience with computerized administrative systems, including proficiency with the use of standard office applications on personal computers.
Ability to read, understand, interpret, and implement accreditation criteria, state agency regulations and academic policies and procedures.
Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from employees, students, faculty, regulatory agencies, or members of the academic or business community.
Ability to effectively present information to employees, students, faculty, academic and campus leaders, corporate leaders, and public groups.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.
Ability to work effectively, cooperatively, and flexibly in a team environment.

• Distinction between the Assistant and Associate position levels is commensurate with academic and professional background and experience.

ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term “qualified individual with a disability” means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, through email, video conference, and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess. South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
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South University Corporate Savannah, GA, Savannah, Georgia, United States of America