Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (internal only)

Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (internal only) Northern Kentucky University 20 Campbell Drive (Show on map) Apr 03, 2026 Posting Details Position Information Working Title Associate Dean, College of Arts & Sciences (internal only)
Department College of Arts & Sciences
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Position Number Purpose of Position NKU's College of Arts & Sciences invites applications for the position of Associate Dean. The Associate Dean works collaboratively with the dean, fellow associate dean, the college budget officer, office staff, center and school directors, department chairs, program heads and directors, and other university administrators, and reports directly to the Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences. This search is open to internal candidates only. This is a twelve-month appointment available to tenured faculty at the rank of Associate or Full Professor rank. We encourage applications by members of the college community across the breadth of our disciplines. Primary Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities of the person hired for this position will be determined collaboratively with the dean and the leadership team and may include (but are not limited to): Supporting college initiatives to promote excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service, including coordinating selection of faculty for award and recognition programs and professional development programs
Collaborating with faculty, directors, chairs, college administrative staff, graduate school administrative staff, and other administrative staff both within and outside Academic Affairs on tasks and projects determined in consultation with the dean
Leading efforts for developing, collecting, analyzing, and evaluating information required for college and university reports and providing reports when requested
Chairing college-wide committees
Supporting college and campus accreditation efforts as needed
Coordinating ad hoc projects (e.g. convocations, chair/director development, program review, etc.)
Supporting career development efforts for our college's students
Assisting in the interpretation of college and university policies and regulations and serving as an advisor to the dean
Promoting the college through attendance at events
Working collaboratively to help lead the college communication and marketing strategies Qualifications Requirements include: Tenure in one of the college's academic departments
Ability to be successful in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
Demonstrated leadership experience
Demonstrated ability to lead initiatives/projects to successful completion
Willingness and desire to learn new skills to support the work of the college
An understanding of the university's strategic plan and ability to work across departments, schools, programs, and centers to facilitate alignment and success
A passion for supporting faculty, staff, and student growth and excellence
Experience in evidence-based decision making
Strong communication and writing skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of internal and external constituencies
Strong computer and organizational skills Please submit the following: Curriculum vitae
Cover letter addressing why you are interested in the position, what you can bring to the position, and examples of projects or initiatives you have successfully led
List of the names and contact information for three references For earliest review, please submit applications by May 1. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. Although somewhat flexible, the desired start date is July 1. Minimum Education Terminal Degree appropriate to discipline
Preferred Education Terminal Degree Appropriate to Discipline
Posting Detail Information Requisition Number 2026F826
Job Open Date 04/03/2026
Job Close Date 07/01/2026
Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/15513