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Associate Dean for Faculty and Inclusive Excellence (Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences)
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Position Number: 3661184
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Position Type: Deans - Science

Associate Dean for Faculty and Inclusive Excellence (Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences)

Job ID: 252222
Location: Kennesaw, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 50 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta, and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional and national level. For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

With more than 425 full-time faculty and 8,500 degree-seeking students, the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences (RCHSS), the largest college at the university, prepares the next generation of leaders in a wide array of fields to meet the challenges of the twenty-first century and become contributing citizens in a global society. The home of three Schools and eight Departments, the College offers more than 80 graduate and undergraduate programs of study in both traditional and interdisciplinary fields. RCHSS provides students with experiential learning opportunities to enable them to develop leadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as well as a strong sense of social responsibility through community and global engagement.

The Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences promotes diversity and inclusiveness among our students, faculty, staff, and community partners. Thus, we seek candidates whose experience, research, teaching, and service have prepared them to fulfill our commitment to inclusion and have given them the confidence to engage audiences in higher education from a wide spectrum of backgrounds.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University (KSU) is now accepting applications for a twelve-month, administrative faculty position as a tenured Professor and Associate Dean for Faculty and Inclusive Excellence in the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences beginning July 1, 2023.

Responsibilities

KSU is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2 institution). The Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences (RCHSS) has experienced rapid growth in its student population as well as research. The Associate Dean for Faculty and Inclusive Excellence serves as a member of the college's leadership team. In collaboration with chairs/directors and the Dean, the Associate Dean advances the faculty and inclusive excellence mission of the college; oversees diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and activities; and leads efforts to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in faculty recruitment, retention, promotion, career progression, and professional development. This position will have general oversight for advancing, implementing, and supporting RCHSS's Strategic DEI plan and objectives.

Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Faculty excellence activities - Oversee faculty recruitment, hiring, professional development, retention, and promotion, with a lens toward promoting the DEI mission of the college
Collaborate on the development of and conduct a review of unit bylaws and P&T criteria, and oversee academic personnel policies, processes, and procedures related to faculty affairs
Provide consultation to Associate Deans and unit Chairs and Directors on all faculty affairs
Mentor and provide professional development to Chairs/Directors
Mentor and provide professional development, including programming for early and mid-career faculty
Cultivate the leadership potential of faculty within the college to sustain, progress, and further diversity, equity, and inclusion within the college
Develop and offer professional development opportunities for all faculty ranks in the college
Collaborate with search committees to assure equitable faculty hiring, advance diversity among RCHSS faculty, and broaden recruitment pools
Lead and coordinate diversity planning, including creating and developing new initiatives that build on the College's commitment to a welcoming, inclusive environment for students, faculty, staff, and visitors
Collaborate with the Provost's office, Dean, and Associate Deans in sharing ideas and opportunities to advance DEI in undergraduate and graduate student programs, faculty excellence, facilities, and research
Assist the Dean in establishing and maintaining positive internal and external relations with diverse populations and constituencies, including faculty, staff, community partners, alumni, donors, supporters, and external agencies
Assist with strategic planning for the college
Work with the Dean and other members of the college leadership team to establish and maintain a professional, positive, collegial, supportive, and collaborative culture throughout the college
Develop, promote, and integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives in faculty processes in support of the institutional climate and in collaboration with other RCHSS associate deans and campus partners
Advocate on behalf of historically underrepresented faculty in relation to equity in mentoring, service loads, and related activities
Collaborate on College-level DEI development and fundraising activities
Build resources to support research related to diversity, equity, and inclusion across the disciplines in the college
Conduct elections for college committees; maintain a record of college committee membership and college representatives on institutional committees
Other duties as assigned in support of faculty affairs and diversity, equity, and inclusion

Required Qualifications

Ph.D. or terminal degree, or its foreign equivalent, and appropriate credentials to be a tenured Professor in one of the College's academic schools or departments
Administrative and/or leadership experience in an academic setting (e.g., including but not limited to experience as a department chair, associate dean, and/or undergraduate or program director or coordinator)
A demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion
A demonstrated record of commitment to faculty mentoring and success

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of the ability to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in faculty recruitment, development, retention, promotion, and career progression
Evidence of a track record of commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion as demonstrated by experience working with diverse populations (broadly defined) and in promoting inclusive excellence in research, teaching, student learning and success, service, and/or community engagement
Experience teaching in a large and diverse college setting that includes general education
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
Evidence of developing and maintaining collaborative working relationships with student leaders, faculty, staff, and administrators across a university or college

Required Documents to Attach

CV
Cover Letter (outlining the requirements noted above)
Unofficial Transcripts (official transcripts due upon hire)
Vision Statement for the Position (Upload as Additional Documents)
Names and contact information for a minimum of three but up to five professional references
Diversity Statement (Upload as Additional Documents)

Apply Before Date

For full consideration, please apply by January 20, 2023. This position is open until filled.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Ruth Goldfine, Associate Dean for Operations, Planning, and Innovation, rgoldfin@kennesaw.edu.

For more information or questions about a faculty job posting, please contact Academic Affairs at facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. For technical support, please call OneUSG Connect Support at 877-251-2644, or by email at sscsupport@ssc.usg.edu.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. It is the policy of Kennesaw State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or status as a protected Veteran. Kennesaw State University is a participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify) effective October 15, 2007. Participant ID: 61415

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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