Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs The University of South Carolina Lancaster, a Palmetto College campus of the University
of South Carolina located approximately thirty-five (35) miles south of Charlotte, NC seeks candidates for a faculty position Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs beginning January 1, 2027. The Associate Dean for Academic and Student Affairs is responsible for strategi and long-term planning for all aspects of academic and student affairs for USC Lancaster. The Associate Dean is responsible for the oversight of academic curriculum, assessment and evaluation of the curriculum. In addition, the Associate Dean provides leadership to the faculty and manages the processes through which teaching is conducted and administers all aspects of Student Affairs including creating a robust student life strategy specific to the student needs. Candidates must be collegial and demonstrate outstanding skills in communication, consensus building, and participatory management. Required education and experience include: Earned doctorate from an accredited university. Substantial record of progressively responsible leadership that includes high-level administrative or managerial experience, advanced knowledge of and experience in higher education processes and policies and procedures. Achievement in the criteria required for a faculty appointment with tenure and rank. Experience with accreditation agencies/bodies. Demonstrated record of sound financial management. Proven ability to develop and foster good relationships with both internal campus stakeholders as well as external audiences such as local, state, and national agencies, officials, and donors. Demonstrated experience fostering a collaborative and constructive work environment through open communication, positive team building, and effective relationship management. Preference will be given to candidates with the following: Experience with developing, coordinating and delivering distance education programs. Experience with high school dual enrollment programs. Experience with student learning and/or academic program assessment. Application materials are accepted online: https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/213014 Applicants must complete an application, upload a cover letter that specifically addresses the applicant’s qualifications, provide a curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, teaching statement, research statement, and writing sample/sample publications. Applicants must also provide contact information, to include an email address, for a minimum of three professional references. Only applications and materials submitted through the online application process will be considered. Graduate transcripts should be uploaded as Other Supporting Documents. The University of South Carolina Lancaster, through the State of South Carolina and Public Employee Benefit Authority (PEBA), offers state employees a valuable benefits package, including health and life insurance, generous paid leave and retirement programs. The University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Institution.
