Job Title : Associate Dean for Education Partnerships & Professor
Location : UWG Recruiting Location
Regular / Temporary : Regular
Full / Part Time : Full-Time
Job ID : 290586
About Us
Since 1906, the University of West Georgia (UWG) has been home to those who seek a transformative college experience. UWG is a leading residential, doctoral comprehensive university that offers a broad undergraduate and graduate curriculum based on a liberal arts foundation.Nestled among the pines on a picturesque 645 acres is the University of West Georgia- a hidden gem approximately 40 miles west of Atlanta. Serving approximately 14,400+ students, and offering more than 100 programs, UWG is committed to advancing innovative academic programs and a student-centered business model. Perennially ranked by U.S. News & World Report, the Princeton Review, and Colleges of Distinction as a top national university, West Georgia offers 86 fields of study, including business, computing, nursing, education, STEM, communication and digital media, social sciences, and the fine and performing arts. UWG generates a regional economic impact of more than $650 million annually and provides a safe, quality, and affordable university experience that connects students to post-graduate career and leadership opportunities. UWG has been recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for its institutional commitment to community engagement through teaching, research and creative activities, and public service. West Georgia is one of only 119 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the elective classification in 2020 and is among only 359 institutions nationally. Dedicated to creating a first-choice university for students, alumni, employees, and communities, UWG seeks employees who will advance and support the University's mission of fulfilling the talent needs of western Georgia and the Atlanta metropolitan area, while contributing to the social, cultural, and economic development of the region and state.
The University of West Georgia offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support faculty and staff across multiple dimensions; health, wellness, financial security, and professional growth. Employees working at least 30 hours per week gain access to a range of health plans, including medical, dental, and vision, wellness programs, and robust retirement options through Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS), Optional Retirement Program, and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans. Employees are granted 13 paid holidays and paid time off accruals and are eligible to participate in the University System of Georgia's Tuition Assistance Program. Fringe benefits include a variety of resources focused on employee physical, mental, financial, and social well-being through Acentra Employee Assistance Program in addition to personal financial advising with Captrust. UWG also offers exclusive discounts and special offers on entertainment, travel, and other products and services through the Perks at Work program, free access to the university recreation facility, discounted campus dining options, and more!
Living in Carrollton, "The City of Dreams," offers the advantages of city life with a small-town vibe. This progressive community with Southern flair offers plenty of shopping, restaurants, nightlife opportunities, and cultural events. Named a City of Excellence in Georgia and listed as one of the 50 Best Small Southern Towns, Carrollton is the cultural, educational, health care, and commercial center for the west Georgia region.
At the heart of Carrollton is its historic downtown and Adamson Square lined with shops, galleries, and restaurants. Each season offers unique local events and opportunities for year-round recreation. Outdoor activities abound through award-winning spaces, including an 18-mile paved walking and biking Greenbelt trail that encircles the city and passes through the UWG campus.
The city embraces the University's students, faculty, and staff, and welcomes the diversity UWG brings to the community.
Invested in education with highly rated city and county K-12 systems, both city and county public school graduation rates are 90% and above and rank among the top in the nation by U.S. News & World Report.
Location
Our campus is located at 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118..
Faculty and staff members are expected to be physically present on campus as needed to support the in-person educational experience and on-campus vitality at the University of West Georgia. Depending upon teaching assignments and student demand, this could include the Carrollton or Newnan campuses.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for providing strategic and administrative oversight for the COE¿s internal and external innovations and initiatives related to strategic partnerships (e.g., school district partnerships, RESA, businesses, etc.) to support growth and innovation within the College of Education. Specifically, the position would provide primary administrative direction and support to Georgia¿s BEST partners, including school districts, schools, full-time faculty, and part-time faculty. The job responsibilities include innovating new methods of building and supporting institutional partnerships, serving as the institutional designee for interactions with partners, and oversight of project plans, faculty issues, staff support, timelines, processes, and budgetary items related to such initiatives. The Associate Dean for Education Partnerships and Professor will work directly with the leadership of the College and be the designated liaison to the Graduate School, Registrar¿s Office, Human Resources, and other University departments related to strategic partnerships. This position will, when necessary, provide executive-level support and responsiveness to all internal and external constituents (e.g., department chairs, program coordinators, full-time and part-time faculty, school superintendents, state representatives, and RESA directors).
Responsibilities
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Serve as the dean¿s designated liaison to external partnerships in the Georgia¿s BEST Program, providing support to the Dean and institutional partners, including contributing to the vision and primarily responsible for partnership implementation and operation. This may include frequent and extensive travel as Georgia¿s BEST is a statewide initiative.
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Support strategic direction and provide oversight for a range of projects and initiatives targeted to increase service and engagement opportunities for the College of Education, but specifically for the Georgia¿s BEST program. This includes all aspects of the partnership from initiation, to part- time and full- time faculty hiring, to evaluation, to program implementation, to program improvement. Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to, collaborating with college leadership, institutional leadership, institutional departments, and external personnel, including academic departments.
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Subject to the discretion of the Dean, responsible for managing budgets, including all invoicing and receivables, related to strategic innovation and external partnerships. Work with internal partners to identify opportunities for process and program improvement.
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Serve as the dean¿s designated liaison internally and externally.
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Other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
Direct supervision for 3-4 staff members, student assistants, and graduate assistants. Will indirectly supervise and support 200+ part-time and full-time faculty.
Budget Responsibilities
Primary responsibility for overseeing budgets and financing in a program with annual costs / revenues beyond $5million.
Required Qualifications
Required Education
Terminal degree in a discipline enabling the individual to hold tenured associate professor or professor rank in the College of Education.
Required Experience
Experience sufficient to hold rank as a tenured professor or associate professor in the College of Education. At least 2 years of experience in supervising academic programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred Education
Doctoral degree
Preferred Experience
Successful experience as a graduate program coordinator in Georgia.
Successful experience as a department chair and / or associate dean in a college of education.
Successful experience in online teaching in a graduate program in education.
Successful experience recruiting and overseeing part-time faculty for graduate programs in education.
Successful experience in building and maintaining academic partnerships.
Successful experience in building partnerships with Georgia school districts. Extensive knowledge of Georgia school finance, human resources, law, and policy.
Proposed Salary
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES
This position requires primary managerial and supplemental leadership oversight of one of the most significant programs for Georgia educators in the state's history. Demonstrated ability to develop forward-thinking, highly creative, and persuasive oral written presentations. Executive leadership skills HIGHLY desired. The ability to implement projects with high visibility and outreach. Initiative and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with a solution orientation. The ability to work with external stakeholders as assigned (e.g., district t superintendents, donors, state representative, etc.) with a focus on new and external audiences. Position requires significant initiative and a strong work ethic. Position will generally require a 40-60 hour work week and frequently require evening / weekend work. Position requires a high degree of flexibility and initiative.
Travel Requirements
Position will require extensive overnight travel.
USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The University of West Georgia is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity, and affirmative action institution. It is the policy of the University of West Georgia to recruit, hire, train, promote, and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50)
Other Information
The mission of the University of West Georgia is to enable students, faculty, and staff to realize their full potential through academic engagement, supportive services, professional development, and a caring, student-centered community. The institutional mission and daily operation of the University of West Georgia are guided by our values that support our vision to be the best place to work, learn, and succeed : ACHIEVEMENT, CARING, COLLABORATION, INCLUSIVENESS, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, SUSTAINABILITY, and WISDOM.
Associate Dean • Carrollton, Georgia, United States