JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
The J.Jeffrey and Anne Marie Fox Graduate School seeks applications for the position of Associate Dean for Graduate Academic Affairs, who will provide strategic leadership in supporting graduate student success through student case management, mentoring initiatives, and academic advocacy.
This role serves as the primary point of contact for complex academic-related student cases, playing a key role in conflict resolution and graduate mentoring. Reporting directly to the Vice Provost for Graduate Education and Dean of the Fox Graduate School, this position collaborates closely with the school's Assistant and Associate Deans.
With increasing student engagement and evolving graduate student labor relations, this position ensures that students have the necessary resources to excel in their academic journey, address concerns related to academic progress, resolve advising conflicts, and effectively handle grievances.
The Associate Dean will lead the development of comprehensive mentoring programs to improve advising relationships and faculty-student engagement across graduate programs. By bridging the gap between academic policies, mentoring, and student advocacy, the Associate Dean for Graduate Academic Affairs will help create a more supportive and effective graduate education environment at Penn State.
Key Responsibilities:
Graduate Student Case Management and Academic Advocacy:
Graduate Mentoring and Faculty Development:
Graduate Student Success and Degree Completion Initiatives:
Graduate Student Academic Support:
Strategic Leadership Collaboration:
Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Application: Review of application will begin May 9, 2025, and continue until the position has been filled. Qualified individuals should submit a cover letter that includes a concise overview of their interest in and experience relevant to the position and to meeting the challenges and opportunities facing graduate education, particularly with respect to graduate academic affairs; curriculum vitae; and names and contact information (mailing address, daytime telephone and e-mail address) of four references addressed to: Chair of the Search Committee.
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Penn State offers competitive benefits to full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans, in addition to tuition discounts (75% discount for spouse and children), and paid holidays. Please visit https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/benefits for more detailed information.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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