Dean of Graduate Studies

Opt For Healthy Living; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Paid vacation time

Paid holidays

Fee waiver education program

Job summary

Opt For Healthy Living is seeking a Dean of Graduate Studies to lead the graduate mission and programs at Fresno State. Responsibilities include overseeing program development, fostering innovative curriculum assessment, and collaborating with academic leaders. Candidates should possess an earned doctorate, extensive experience in academic administration, and skills in strategic leadership and student success initiatives. The position offers a competitive salary of $155,000 - $175,000 annually along with a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must have an earned doctorate and the academic credentials for a tenured full Professor.
• Five years of experience in college/school academic administration, preferably at a chair or associate dean level.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership for the graduate mission of the University.
• Create a climate for expanding the quality of graduate programs.
• Supervise personnel of the Division of Graduate Studies.

Skills

Knowledge of higher education issues

Understanding of educational equity

Knowledge of institutional planning

Leadership and performance evaluation

Strategic leadership in graduate education

Knowledge of enrollment management

Ability to work in a multicultural environment

Policy development for graduate success

Problem analysis and innovative solution

Communication skills

Consultative decision-making

Group participation and consensus building

Partnership development

Education

Earned doctorate

Minimum five years of academic administration

Job description

Job no: 557327 · Work type: Management (MPP) · Location: Fresno · Categories: MPP, Administrative, At-Will, Full Time

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated hiring salary is $155,000 - $175,000 per year and is competitive and negotiable depending on the strength of qualifications. This is a CSU Management Personnel Plan (MPP) position.

The CSU system provides a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision plans, membership in the California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS), sick and vacation time, and 15 paid holidays a year. Eligible employees are also able to participate in the fee waiver education program.

Job Summary

The Dean of Graduate Studies reports directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and provides leadership to the graduate mission of the University and of the Division of Graduate Studies. The Dean is responsible for creating a climate for expanding the quality and currency of graduate programs and oversight of related policies and procedures, fostering innovative curriculum development and assessment of graduate program reviews. The Dean works in consultation with the Provost, the School/College Deans, other Academic Affairs leaders, and leaders of other divisions on campus. The Dean is a member of the Academic Affairs Leadership Team and provides direct supervision to the personnel of the Division of Graduate Studies.

Key Qualifications

• Knowledge of higher education issues and trends, including best practices in graduate education, curriculum development, and program assessment.
• Understanding of general concerns and processes of educational equity and the needs and expectations of diverse student and faculty perspectives.
• Knowledge of principles of institutional planning, budgeting, and resource allocation in a complex university setting.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of effective leadership, motivation and performance evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to provide strategic leadership in developing and advancing a vision for graduate education aligned with institutional priorities and workforce needs.
• Knowledge of computer office systems and ability to use a broad range of technology, systems, and software packages.
• Knowledge of graduate enrollment management practices, including recruitment, admissions, yield strategies, and retention of a diverse and highly qualified student population.
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, diverse, and complex university environment with staff, faculty, and administrators.
• Ability to develop policies to enhance graduate student success and promote academic excellence.
• Ability to analyze complex problems, devise innovative solutions, and perceive the implications and potential consequences of various situations.
• Skill in oral, written, and interpersonal communication.
• Skill in consultative decision-making, leadership, planning, and evaluation.
• Develop and implement short and long-term plans and initiatives to meet established goals and advance the vision of the university as set forth by the President.
• Ability to facilitate group participation, consensus building and foster employee development through coaching, counseling and training.
• Ability to develop and sustain external partnerships with industry, government, and community organizations to support graduate student research, internships, and career pathways.

Education and Experience

• Must have an earned doctorate and the appropriate academic credentials to qualify for appointment as a tenured full Professor in one of the colleges/schools within the Division of Academic Affairs. This includes substantial evidence of research and scholarly activities.
• A minimum of five years of progressive experience and leadership in college/school academic administration, equivalent to chair or associate dean, including the development of interdisciplinary programs.
  • Preferred Knowledge, Skills, or Abilities:
    • Demonstrated commitment to serving as a resource for graduate faculty and program leadership, offering guidance, coordination, and advocacy for graduate education initiatives.
    • Service as a Graduate Coordinator.

Equal Employment Opportunity Information

California State University, Fresno is committed to maintaining and implementing employment policies and procedures in compliance with applicable state and federal equal employment opportunity laws and regulations. Executive Orders 1096 and 1097 prohibit discrimination, harassment, and retaliation on the basis of a protected status: race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sex (including gender identity), sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition and covered veteran status. Fresno State's commitment to diversity informs our efforts in recruitment, hiring, and retention. We are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.

Supplemental Information

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with California State University, Fresno. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment. Current employees who are offered positions on campus will be required to undergo a background check for any position where a background check is required by law or that Fresno State has identified as sensitive.

The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

This position may be a designated position under the California State University's Conflict of Interest Code. This will require the filing of a Statement of Economic Interest on an annual basis and the completion of training within six (6) months of assuming office and every two (2) years thereafter.

Fresno State is a tobacco-free, smoke-free and vapor-free campus.

Additional Information

Fresno State is not a sponsoring agency for staff or management positions. (e.g. H1-B Visas)