DepartmentSchool of Education

　　The School of Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver invitesapplications for an Associate Dean. The Associate Dean works closely with theDean, Chairs, professional advisors, faculty and staff to help realizethe vision, mission, and goals of the school. This involves consultingabout daily management of three academic departments in which 31 programs arehoused. The Associate Dean helps shape the direction of the School ofEducation by collaborating with the Dean in all phases of personnel andresource planning. This includes assuming the role of acting Dean in theabsence or in the event the Dean cannot perform the Dean's duties.

　　The School of Education at Metropolitan State University of Denver preparespeople who will "Teach, Lead, and Transform."MSUDenver's School ofEducation develops excellent teachers and educational leaders who engage inreflective practice and scholarly activity, and who are ethical decisionmakers and agents of social change. We provide an intellectually rigorous,culturally relevant curriculum that fosters pedagogical expertise,cultivates critical thinking, and promotes imagination. We acknowledge thepresent and historical systems of oppression and marginalization that permeateall levels of society and believe these structures of power and privilege needto be deeply understood by all members of ourSOEcommunity. We are committed toactively dismantling these systems and barriers within ourSOE, and valuelived experience that supports this work.

　　MSU Denver enrolls over 16,000 students, where nearly 60% are firstgeneration and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver,we are a designated (HSI), an INSIGHT Into Diversity Higher EducationExcellence in Diversity () Award winner for 10 consecutive years, andthe only certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institutionof higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open accessmission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students.The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in thestate, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action forChildhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested inapplicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgroundsand a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education forunder-represented and historically minoritized groups.

　　Responsibilities

　　Administration - 50%Assists with management of personnel matters in the School of Education with afocus on inclusivity and equity (ADA issues, staffing, and scheduling,).Conducts supervision and evaluation of staff and Lecturers (Lecturerpersonnel).Oversees and supervises the Director of Graduate Programs for the School ofEducation.Oversees the School of Education Student Services Office to ensure accurateand accessible assistance is provided to a diverse student population.Represents the Dean and SOE overall on various university committees.Assists the Dean in recruiting and retaining diverse students, staff, andfaculty.Collaborates with the designated Associate Deans in other colleges and schoolson campus in the administration of shared programs at the undergraduate andgraduate level.Oversees student issues and complaints.Collaborates with School of Education Directors to ensure cohesive andefficient programming.

　　Assessment/Accreditation Activities - 25%Collaborates with staff, department chairs, and directors to oversee anddirect all School of Education assessment efforts.Oversees and directs all Teacher Education state and national accreditationefforts.Oversees the University program review process.Remains current in knowledge of state requirements and proposed changes tostate requirements.

　　Curriculum - 20%Works closely with department chairs and faculty in the supe vision ofcurriculum development, review, and implementation and develop newgraduate and undergraduate programs that will align with state and nationaltrends to enact the SOE vision and mission.Ensures compliance with state authorization requirements and Universityrequirements.Works with the designated Associate Deans in other colleges and schools oncampus to mediate conflicts related to curriculum and course offerings.Works with the Office Graduate Studies to assist with graduate programleadership.

　　Other duties and responsibilities as assigned - 5%I.e., teach one class per year if needed.

　　Required QualificationsTerminal degree in Education/related fieldExperience providing leadershipExperience providing supervision and performance management for faculty andstaffMust have demonstrated experience conducting program... For full info followapplication link.

　　Metropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campuscommunity that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms.Our student population consists of nearly 50% first generation students andover 45% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institutionlocated in downtown Denver.

　　We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert withindividuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion.