Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University; Greensboro (NC); Hybrid; USD 93,242 - 126,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation and Sick Leave

Health Benefits

12 Paid Holidays

TSERS Retirement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University seeks an Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs. This 12-month tenure‑track role (rank of Associate Professor or Professor) reports to the Dean of CAHSS and requires strong leadership to coordinate multiple initiatives, protect confidential information, and advance student achievement across the college.

The candidate will guide undergraduate curriculum development, advising, retention, and program evaluation, while

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in a discipline suitable for a tenure-track appointment.
• Ten or more years in higher education with administrative leadership responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Oversee undergraduate curriculum planning, development and evaluation.
• Administer academic advising and retention efforts.
• Manage student complaints and grade appeals; coordinate with Admissions for recruitment.
• Collaborate with OSPIE on assessments and student learning outcomes; support program initiatives.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum design

Accreditation

Assessment

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Teamwork

Education

Ph.D. degree

Job description

Primary Purpose Of Position

This Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs position is a 12-month position that carries the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The Associate Dean will work both collaboratively and independently while reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. She/He will have leadership experience and demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects effectively and efficiently. She/He must be able to handle confidential information in the strictest manner, and deal with a unique population of students, faculty and staff. The successful candidate must demonstrate energy, teamwork, cooperation, and genuine interest and commitment for improving academic achievement of students in the College.

Posting Details

Classification Information
Classification Type: EHRA

Position Overview
This Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs position is a 12-month position that carries the rank of Associate Professor or Professor. The Associate Dean will work both collaboratively and independently while reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. She/He will have leadership experience and demonstrated ability to coordinate multiple projects effectively and efficiently. She/He must be able to handle confidential information in the strictest manner, and deal with a unique population of students, faculty and staff. The successful candidate must demonstrate energy, teamwork, cooperation, and genuine interest and commitment for improving academic achievement of students in the College.

The duties and responsibilities for the Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs include but are not limited to: oversight of undergraduate curriculum planning, development and evaluation, and assessment of undergraduate programs; administration of academic advising and retention efforts; management of student complaints and grade appeals; working with the Admissions Office in undergraduate recruitment and new student orientation; working closely with the Office of Strategic Planning and Institutional Effectiveness (OSPIE) for assessments and student learning outcomes; and the management and organization of student special events for the College. Reporting to the Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, the position will assist departments in developing, implementing and evaluating undergraduate curricula, enhancing existing curricula, and creating initiatives that significantly improve both faculty and student quality in the College. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, working closely with the College’s Professional Academic Advisor. The candidate is expected to provide University and College service as needed and conduct scholarly activities and any/all other activities required for tenure.

Primary Function Of Organizational Unit

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences ( CAHSS ) enrolls more than 2,000 students and has more than 200 faculty members. CAHSS houses the Departments of English, Journalism and Mass Communication, Liberal Studies, History and Political Science, Criminal Justice, and Visual and Performing Arts. The CAHSS Dean’s Office has administrative oversight/responsibility for the six academic units and affiliated programs of the College, as well as for its faculty & staff.

With an award-winning faculty, intensive research programs, and community-focused initiatives, North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University is the nation’s largest historically black university with an enrollment of more than 15,000 students. NC A&T is an 1890 land‑grant, doctoral higher research institution and one of 17 constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina System.

NC A&T has ranked third in the University of North Carolina System in sponsored research funding for more than a decade. The university is a leading producer of change agents and global leaders for the careers of today and tomorrow in disciplines of science, technology, engineering, mathematics (STEM), business, and the arts and humanities. NC A&T offers degree programs at the baccalaureate, master’s and doctoral levels.

Minimum Requirements

Ph.D. in a discipline/area of specialization suitable for a tenure-track appointment and at least ten years experience in higher education, with requisite administrative/leadership responsibility.

Preferred Years Experience, Skills, Training, Education

The candidate should have experience in building and managing complex academic programs, curriculum design, accreditation and assessment, exceptional interpersonal skills, and an established record of scholarly achievement in his/her area of specialization. Additionally, the candidate should have excellent written and verbal communication skills and should be able to interface with students, faculty, staff and other administrative offices of the University. The candidate should be able to work independently and also be a successful team player in the unique setting that the College offers.

Required License Or Certification

Is this position eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. On-site (Employees are primarily in the office and/or have a critical job requirement that requires dedicated office space on-site)

Position Information

Working Title: Associate Dean for Undergraduate Student Affairs

Position Number: 001464

Recruitment Salary Range: $93,242 - $126,552

FLSA: Exempt

Appointment Type: Permanent - Full-time

Tenure Track: Yes

FTE: 40 hours/week, 12 months

Organizational Division: Dean's Office - College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Organizational Location: College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Organizational Unit: Dean's Office - College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number: EPA3151

Open Date: 07/30/2026

Close Date - for postings that do not use Open Until Filled

Open Until Filled: Yes

Open Until Filled Minimum Application Period Postings: Positions remaining posted after this date are continuing to accept applications, but may close at any time. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration, applications received after this date may receive consideration depending upon the status of the search

Date Position Available: 09/15/2026

Employee Benefits available to NC A & T permanent employees include the following and more;

• Accrued Vacation and Sick Leave for Eligible Employees
• Community Service Leave
• Aetna – State Health Benefits of North Carolina
• NCFlex – Vision, Dental, Flexible Spending Account, Life Insurance and more
• 12 Paid Holidays
• Teachers and State Employees Retirement System ( TSERS )
• Optional Supplemental Plans – 401k, 403b, 457b and 457
• Employee Assistance Program ( EAP )
• Campus Recreation Center Discount
• University Bookstore Discount
• and more

This position may be eligible for a remote or hybrid work arrangement, consistent with university and state policies. N.C. A&T employees are generally required to reside in North Carolina, within a 2-hour commuting distance of their assigned duty station.

North Carolina A&T State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. North Carolina A&T State University is an Equal Opportunity and Affi­ctive Action Employer. No one who applies or seeks employment will be denied admission to or employment at North Carolina A&T State University on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or sexual orientation and sexual identity.

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