Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

The Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance:
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness:
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development:
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks:
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
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Talent Acquisition department hires qualified candidates to fill positions which contribute to the overall strategic success of Howard University. Hiring staff "for fit" makes significant contributions to Howard University's overall mission.
At Howard University, we prioritize well-being and professional growth.
Here is what we offer:
Health & Wellness:
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus mental health support
Work-Life Balance:
PTO, paid holidays, flexible work arrangements
Financial Wellness:
Competitive salary, 403(b) with company match
Professional Development:
Ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement paths
Additional Perks:
Wellness programs, commuter benefits, and a vibrant company culture
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs collaborates with the department and University administrative leadership in planning, facilities management, finance, human resources. The Associate Dean manages the processes through which resources are analyzed and allocated within the department's programs in education and research. This position leads and directs the department's offices responsible for finance and operations.
SUPERVISORY ACCOUNTABILITY:
Responsible for making recommendations within a department in the areas of compensation, staff selection, disciplinary actions, complaints, staff performance appraisal and similar supervisory duties. Plans, assigns, and evaluates the work of subordinates for effective operation and results of the unit.
NATURE AND SCOPE:
Internal contacts include executives, administrators, facility, students and staff of the department and the university at large. External contacts include consultants, representatives from other colleges and universities, visitors and the general public.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
To provide oversight and leadership of the academic affairs of the School of Divinity, with special emphasis on faculty development and evaluation, curriculum planning, course scheduling, and student academic and support services.
To represent the School of Divinity in university committees and related campus-wide initiatives in faculty development, research, and assessment.
To work closely with senior administrators (i.e., Directors, Dean, Associate Provosts, and Provost) in the execution of academic policies and procedures as well as other strategic initiatives in administration and academic affairs.
To support students in achieving academic success through engagement of curricular and co-curricular opportunities for learning.
To coordinate annual and other periodic reports to the Association of Theological Schools, the ATS Commission on Accreditation, and Middle States Commission on Higher Education, inclusive of self-studies for re-accreditation preceding scheduled comprehensive visits.
With the Academic Records Coordinator (divinity school registrar), prepare and approve upload of courses in the BisonHub system, oversee registration (regular & late), monitor consortium cross-registration, forward