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Dean | USC Lancaster
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Date posted
January 8, 2025
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Deadline
January 8, 2025
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Study location
Columbia
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Tuitions
Competitive
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Career level
Senior
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Qualification
Doctorate Degree
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Experience
3 - 5 Years
Description
Job Title: Dean
Department: USC Lancaster - Palmetto College
Campus: Lancaster
Location: Lancaster, SC
Position Type: Full-Time
Salary: Commensurate with education and experience
Posting Number: FAC00236PO24
Hours per Week: 37.5
Work Schedule: Standard working schedule
Basis: 12 months
Posting Open Date: November 18, 2024
Desired Start Date: July 1, 2025
Application Deadline: Open Until Filled
About the University of South Carolina
The University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of higher education. With eight institutions and 20 locations, including a research campus in Columbia and comprehensive universities in Aiken, Upstate, and Beaufort, USC fosters academic excellence and community service. The University is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce, recognizing that diversity enhances academic excellence and the sustainability of our institution.
Position Overview
The University of South Carolina Lancaster invites applications for the position of Dean. The Dean reports directly to the Chancellor of Palmetto College and is responsible for providing visionary leadership in both academic and administrative functions across all areas of operation. This includes managing faculty, overseeing academic and non-academic programs, and ensuring the overall financial and operational success of USC Lancaster.
The ideal candidate will be a student-centered, innovative, and collaborative leader capable of engaging with various stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, community leaders, and external partners. They must foster an environment of academic excellence while also working to build a sustainable vision for the university.
Primary Responsibilities
- Leadership & Policy Development: Lead the development, implementation, and review of academic and administrative policies for all major areas, including student services, instructional programs, and financial operations.
- Administrative & Academic Oversight: Administer both academic and non-academic programs, ensuring quality and consistency across departments and campuses.
- Community & External Relations: Represent USC Lancaster in community relations, working with external agencies such as advisory boards, alumni, local businesses, legislators, and media.
- Advocacy & Financial Management: Identify community needs and secure financial support through fundraising, grants, and maintaining public support. Oversee the campus budget, capital expenditures, and financial management.
- Inclusive Leadership: Foster an environment that prioritizes inclusive excellence, critical thinking, and community engagement.
- Accreditation & Enrollment Management: Manage national accreditation processes and lead efforts to increase student enrollment and retention.
- Teaching Opportunities: While the primary focus of the Dean is leadership, they may teach courses with permission from the Chancellor. Recent Deans have taught one course per year.
Required Qualifications
- Education: An earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
- Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience at the Department or Division Head level or higher in a higher education institution.
- Minimum of 3 years of experience supervising faculty and staff.
- Demonstrated leadership in academic administration, including a record of scholarly achievement.
- Experience with fiscal management, fundraising, and securing external resources.
- Strong commitment to inclusive excellence and collaborative leadership.
- Skills:
- Ability to work collaboratively across disciplines and with diverse stakeholders.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships within the campus community and beyond.
Preferred Qualifications
- A visionary leader with creativity, initiative, and a strong organizational ability.
- Proven success in building relationships and securing resources to enhance the campus's reputation.
- Experience in managing interdisciplinary teams, growing enrollment, and developing distance education programs.
Benefits
USC offers a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, including:
- Health and life insurance
- Generous paid leave
- Retirement programs through the State of SC and PEBA (Public Employee Benefit Authority)
For more details about benefits, please visit the USC Benefits Portal.
Application Instructions
To apply, please submit the following documents via the USC Jobs Portal:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
Job Posting Link: USC Job Posting
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of South Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.
For more information, visit the USC Jobs Portal.
Overview
The University of South Carolina is a storied setting where academic and professional ambitions come to life every day. Whether in quiet Horseshoe study sessions or energizing student experiences, our campus has a long history of preparing the next generation of leaders.
The University of South Carolina's journey to becoming an international leader in higher education is quite a story.
While any history cannot be praised in sum, what we have achieved is possible thanks to countless individuals, moments and accomplishments. Learn more about our past, present and future.
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5000+
Founded in
1801
Location
Columbia
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