**Hiring Preference Given to Internal Applicants**
Working Title
Associate Dean of College of Health and Social Sciences
Administrator Level (for MPP positions only)
This position is an MPP Administrator III, Level 1 in the California State University Management Personnel Plan (MPP), reporting to the Dean.
SF State University
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Department
College of Health and Social Sciences
Appointment Type
At-Will
Time Base
Full-Time (1.0)
Work Schedule
Monday to Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Anticipated Hiring Range
$13,333.00 - $14,166.00 Per Month ($160,000.00 - $170,000.00 Annually)
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Position Summary
The Associate Dean of the College of Health and Social Sciences provides senior-level academic and administrative leadership in support of college operations, strategic initiatives, and student success. Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean oversees curriculum management, enrollment planning, faculty and staff support, student services, and fiscal coordination across multiple academic departments and programs. The role represents the College in university-wide governance and administrative functions, exercises delegated authority in academic and student matters, and supervises professional and administrative staff in support of instructional quality, compliance, and operational effectiveness.
Position Information
Leadership and Strategic Operations
• Develop an understanding of all aspects of the university and CHSS, roles of faculty and staff members, departments and programs, to create an inclusive community, and enhance communication and operations
• Support the Dean through confidential brainstorming, problem solving, scenario building, and personnel discussions
• Represent the Dean at all executive level meetings when Dean is unable to attend
• Represent the Dean and/or CHSS in university and community events and activities, and to donors
• Attend CHSS Chairs’ Council and Associate Deans’ Council meetings
• Host all-college meetings, fall opening, and town halls
• Work closely with the Dean’s office, including the College fiscal officer
• Supervise, support, and evaluate CHSS staff members (direct reports), including academic resource coordinator, office coordinator, and SOAR staff
• Oversee CHSS task forces, committees and Academic Senate elections and/or appointments
• Miscellaneous duties in support of the Dean and the College
Budget and Fiscal Management
• Work with the College fiscal officer and assist in managing the CHSS fiscal budget
• Assist CHSS staff with lecturer instructional budget and class schedules under the oversight of the Dean
• Review and approval of class schedule requests for both the regular university and College of Professional & Global Education (CPaGE).
• Understand and review faculty workloads, instructional costs, and student demand, and how these factors influence scheduling and resource allocation decisions
• Collaborate with academic departments to ensure efficient and student-centered course scheduling.
• Serve as a member of the CHSS Budget Advisory Committee
Enrollment Management
• Oversee and work with CHSS staff to monitor enrollment targets, FTES, and daily course enrollment data
• Consult with relevant departments on course enrollments, low-enrolled courses, sections consolidation, and cancellations
Curriculum Support and Development
• Supervise, support, and evaluate staff members working in the CHSS
Curriculum Support and Development group
• Advise chairs on departmental or curricular changes to advance student retention and graduation
• Oversee development of new degree programs for CHSS (certificates, minors, majors, etc.)
• Approve new or revised course proposals
• Approve the College listing in the University Bulletin
Student Services and Success
• Approve withdrawal, maximum-unit, grade exceptions, waiver of CHSS regulations, and grade change petitions
• Work with chairs and faculty to resolve RD grades
• Resolve student grievances and act as a mediator in resolving grade appeal disputes
• Serve as Hearing Officer for the Office of Student Conduct in the Division of SAEM
Minimum Qualifications
• Hold a tenured position at SFSU with a PhD, EdD or a terminal degree from an accredited institution in a field or discipline relevant to the CHSS. Preferred: tenured Professor
• Previous experience in a leadership position at SFSU, [e.g., department chair, program director or similar role] in a CHSS component program/department (preferred)
• Aligned goals and values with shared principles in CHSS and with SFSU’s mission statement through teaching activities, accomplishments, service or other means
•Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines, work within timelines, and communicate clearly and in a timely manner
• Analytical judgement and attention to detail
Pre-Employment Requirements
This position requires the successful completion of a background check.
Eligibility to Work
Applicants must be able to provide proof of US Citizenship or authorization to work in the United States, within three business days from their date of hire.
Benefits
Threaded through our Total Compensation package is a commitment to Bridging Life's Transitions. SF State is committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive program that rewards efforts that are appreciated by your colleagues, students and the customers we serve.
We offer a competitive compensation package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, Pension, 401k, Healthcare Savings Account, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Vacation and Sick Leave as well as State Holidays and a dynamic Fee Waiver program, all geared towards the University's commitment to attract, motivate and retain our employee.
CSUEU Position (For CSUEU Positions Only)
Eligible and qualified on-campus applicants, currently in bargaining units 2, 5, 7, and 9 are given hiring preference.
Additional Information
**Hiring Preference Given to Internal Applicants**
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Please note that this position, position requirements, application deadline and/or any other component of this position is subject to change or cancellation at any time.