Associate Dean - Education Professions (Remote)

The University of Arizona Global Campus; United States; Remote; USD 105,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Arizona Global Campus is seeking an Associate Dean for the Division of Education Professions. This pivotal role combines leadership in academic program development with a commitment to student success and innovative curricula, ensuring alignment with industry standards and overall institutional goals.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reduction for employees and family members

Paid vacation and sick leave

Qualifications

• Doctorate in a relevant discipline.
• 5+ years in higher education leadership and online teaching.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and program evaluation.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Oversee department heads and program chairs.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Planning

Curriculum Development

Compliance Knowledge

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Data-driven Decision Making

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

Earned doctorate

Experience in Higher Education Leadership

Job description

Position Summary:

The Associate Dean, for the Division of Education Professions within the College of Professional Advancement, provides strategic and operational leadership for the academic division, guiding its faculty, programs, and initiatives toward excellence, focusing on curricular and programmatic effectiveness that aligns with workforce needs. The position's main accountability is success of the curriculum and program portfolio while also contributing to student, faculty, and college success. The Associate Dean provides academic leadership by overseeing the development, assessment, and continuous improvement of credit and non-credit programs, while ensuring regulatory compliance, supporting faculty evaluation, contributing to budget planning, and maintaining alignment with institutional procedures and external accreditation standards. This role fosters interdisciplinary initiatives, leads curriculum development for strategic partnerships, evaluates program effectiveness to drive innovation, and collaborates with stakeholders to align programs with workforce needs, transfer pathways, and institutional goals. Associate Deans are in 12-month, ranked, career-track (not eligible for tenure) positions with core duties to teach asynchronous undergraduate and graduate courses to adult learners; lead development of programs and courses and supervision/mentorship of associate faculty; and service to students and the institution to ensure its continued improvement toward its critical student success goals. At the heart of our institution is a deep commitment to a Culture of Care—an ethos that emphasizes proactive, compassionate, and responsive engagement to ensure every student feels supported and empowered to succeed. UAGC programs are intentionally designed to bridge academic learning and workforce relevance, equipping students with both practical skills and disciplinary expertise that prepare them for meaningful career advancement and lifelong learning.

The application window is anticipated to close 06/09/2025.

Essential Job Duties:

Administrative Service - 60%

• Leads strategic planning for the development, evaluation, and continuous improvement of credit and non-credit programs

• Ensures compliance with programmatic accreditation and regulatory standards (e.g., ABOR, WSCUC, state requirements)

• Serves as primary point of contact for business, military, and community college partnerships

• Collaborates with universities, employers, advisory boards, and other stakeholders to align programs with workforce needs, transfer pathways, and institutional goals

• Leads work related to articulation agreements, dual-enrollment initiatives, and the development of interdisciplinary and integrative curriculum models

• Monitors trends in higher education to inform divisional strategy, innovation, and program relevance

• Implements ideas and initiatives focused on enhancing student learning and success outcomes related to UAGC's institutional goals (retention completion, and value)

• Oversees department heads, program chairs, and lead faculty and addresses personnel matters within the division

• Leads and contributes to committees and workgroups focused on student experience, academic policy, and operations

• Guides initiatives through university processes, securing leadership buy-in, resources, and implementation support

• Develops and refines division- and college-level policies and processes to ensure effective operations

• Supports faculty evaluation, promotion, and professional development

• Assists in budget planning, resource allocation, and overall financial stewardship of the division

• Ensures compliance with institutional policies, procedures, and accreditation requirements

• Oversees workflow and support functions tied to accreditation, student success strategies, and operational efficiencies

• Engages in shared governance, regularly participating in department, college, and university meetings

• Prepares and reviews data related to student enrollment, marketing, student success, and resource planning

Learning Leadership - 20%

• Leads the development and improvement of course materials including texts, media, assessment tools, and other innovative instructional modalities

• Organizes and draws meaningful insights from the review of instructional quality of associate faculty

• Facilitates an effective strategy for continuous improvement of curriculum and instructional design, with a focus on relevance, rigor, and accessibility

• Creates and supports strategies implemented by the department in coordinating efforts with student success, student affairs, library, writing center, access and wellness, academic advising, and career services to create, monitor, and improve initiatives for a holistic student support experience

• Guides continuous improvement in monitoring, organizing, and reporting out on initiatives related to students’ sense of connection to the university in an online environment

Teaching – 20%

• Deliver high-quality, engaging online instruction

• Connect the learning experience to workforce skills and professional advancement

• Foster a supportive and inclusive learning environment for adult learners

• Prioritize student learning, achievement, and timely feedback

• Maintain strong communication with students and respond promptly to inquiries

• Ensure academic integrity and uphold university policies

• Collaborate with academic support teams to enhance student experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to lead strategic academic initiatives that align curricula and programming with workforce demands, transfer pathways, and institutional goals

• Ability to interpret and ensure compliance with institutional policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements

• Ability to foster interdisciplinary collaboration and lead curriculum design that supports strategic partnerships and innovation

• Knowledge of current trends in higher education, including adult learning, online education, and workforce-aligned program development

• Skill in evaluating program effectiveness using data-driven approaches to inform planning, budgeting, and academic decision-making

• Ability to lead institutional improvement efforts through shared governance, transparency, and strategic academic planning

• Knowledge of regional and programmatic accreditation standards and requirements and ability to gain and maintain compliance with these standards (e.g., WSCUC, ABOR)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a capacity to foster student engagement and clarity in a remote learning context

• Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines and balance competing responsibilities within a flexible, evolving work environment

• Demonstrated ability to lead programmatic initiatives, mentor faculty, and foster continuous improvement

Minimum Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in a discipline relevant to the division’s academic portfolio

• At least five years of progressive experience in higher education leadership, including full-time teaching and academic leadership in an online or hybrid learning environment

• Demonstrated understanding of contemporary issues in higher education, including trends in academic program development, institutional strategy, and student success

• Experience with academic assessment practices, including curriculum mapping and learning outcome evaluation

• Demonstrated success in leading, assessing, and operationalizing graduate curriculum and student achievement initiatives

• Evidence of experience demonstrating adequate training, depth of knowledge in a particular specialty, and capacity to undertake high-quality teaching and service

• Familiarity with best practices in teaching and learning, including curriculum development assessment strategies, especially in virtual environments

• A collaborative and student-centered approach to leadership and instructional support

• Experience contributing to or leading strategic planning and implementation in academic programs

• Familiarity with scaling innovative teaching practices and supporting holistic student development in online learning environments

• Commitment to fostering a student-centered Culture of Care that promotes access and proactive support

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience teaching in on-ground and online higher education, including experience in faculty development, instructional design, and continuous improvement

• Experience working with adult, non-traditional, post-traditional learners

• Experience contributing to a strategic vision, increased student success, and growth

Recommendations for appointment and faculty rank are made by department faculty and the College Dean and approved by the Vice Provost for Global Campus Academic Affairs, guided by standards of achievement in teaching and service at each rank, including the following expectations:

• Global Campus Assistant Professor (terminal degree, or master’s degree with substantial professional and / or college teaching experience)

• Global Campus Associate Professor (terminal degree and 4 years full-time college teaching experience)

• Global Campus Professor (terminal degree and 8 years full-time college teaching experience)

Distribution and expectations of duties, including teaching load, vary annually depending on department needs.

Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!

The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.

Rate of Pay: $105,000+, DOE

Compensation Type: Salary at 1.0 Full-Time Equivalency (FTE)

Compensation Guidance:

TheRate of Pay Fieldrepresents the University of Arizona’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, and internal equity.

Career Stream: Professional Contributor

Level: PC4

Job Function: Instructional and Assessment Services

Job Family: UAGC Online Instructor

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