Associate Dean (Internal Employment Opportunity)

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Department Honors College (WHC) Position Title Administrator 1-Assoc Dean Job Title Associate Dean (Internal Employment Opportunity) Appointment Type Professional Faculty Job Location Corvallis Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible Remote or Hybrid option? Job Summary

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

The University Honors College is seeking an Associate Dean. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.

The Oregon State University Honors College (HC) is a degree granting college within Oregon State University (OSU), which is also home to broader campus serving functions, including National and Global Scholarship Advising, and the Design for Social Impact academic program. The overall mission of the college is to provide an innovative, enriched learning experience to undergraduates, integrating students from all academic colleges into a cohesive community. The college supports OSU's strategic initiatives; advances equity, inclusion, and diversity; and provides employees with resources to meet the college's strategic priorities, while also supporting employee professional development and growth.

This position will provide innovative, pro-active leadership for the Honors College (HC). Serving as a key team member of the leadership team, this position will assist the Dean in all matters related to the management and direction of the HC.

Why OSU?

Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!

Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don't wait for challenges to present themselves - we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.

FACTS:

• Top 1.4% university in the world

• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined

• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.

• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties

• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone

• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates

• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color

• 217k+ alumni worldwide

• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about

Locations:

Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.

Oregon State's beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America's best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.

Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.

• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.

• Retirement savings paid by the university.

• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.

• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.

• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.

Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.

Key Responsibilities

The incumbent in this position is expected to be informed about principles and practices that advance equity, inclusion and diversity and integrate those principles into the performance of job responsibilities.

45% Responsibilities related to HC curriculum and faculty

Foster a college community that supports the success of all members through

• The development, management, and assessment of curriculum and experiential learning opportunities (Corvallis and Cascades campuses, E-campus, as well as study abroad programs)
• Faculty development, support, and recognition

45% Responsibilities related to HC administration, supervision, and fund development

Embed the values of diversity, equity, and inclusion while

• Overseeing critical HC operations.

• Supervising professional faculty.

• Supporting and leading HC fund development events and activities.

10% Represent the HC on university-level committees and serve as the Dean's proxy as requested

What You Will Need

• Ph.D. or terminal degree.

• Tenured associate professor or professor.

• Scholarly publications and activities within the humanities, arts, and/or social sciences.

• Experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate student research in the humanities, arts, and/or social sciences.

• Experience with academic program administration, while supporting students, faculty, staff, and community members with diverse perspectives.

• Experience leading and managing diverse groups of students, faculty, and/or staff.

This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

What We Would Like You to Have

• Tenured at rank of professor.

• Experience conducting and documenting program-level assessments.

• Experience teaching/leading and/or planning short-term study abroad programs.

• Experience teaching honors courses and/or mentoring honors theses.

• Experience expanding the engagement of under-served and/or under involved students in curricular and/or research opportunities.

• Experience working with professional faculty in support of student success, including students at high risk of honors or university withdrawal.

• Experience leading fund development activities

Working Conditions / Work Schedule

This position is an in-person role, located in Corvallis, OR

Pay Method Salary Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month Pay Date Last working day of the month Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with education, skills, and experience. Link to Position Description

https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/95280

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number P08220UF Number of Vacancies 1 Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 08/15/2024 Anticipated Appointment End Date Posting Date 06/27/2024 Full Consideration Date 07/18/2024 Closing Date 07/25/2024 Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal Special Instructions to Applicants

This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by July 18, 2024. Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.

When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

1. A Curriculum Vitae; and

2. A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.

3. Statement of Research

4. Statement of Teaching

5. Supplemental Question: Please describe an experience managing an academic program that included research, teaching, community engagement, and/or co-curricular elements. Include information to clarify your role in managing schedule, personnel, budget, assessment/evaluation, as well as communications (marketing/branding). Your response should also clarify your role in managing the scope and outcomes. (Please upload as Other Document 1.)

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

For additional information please contact:

Toni L. Doolen

toni.doolen@oregonstate.edu

541-737-5974

OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.

OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has "critical or security-sensitive" responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU's Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.

Supplemental Questions