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Job Posting Title:
Dean of Arts and Sciences
Position Type:
Professional / Unclassified
Department:
LSUE Chancellor - Department of Academic Affairs (John Anthony Hamlin (00006668))
Work Location:
0147 Eunice Manuel Hall
Pay Grade:
Job Description:
Louisiana State University at Eunice (LSUE) is seeking a dynamic and experienced individual to serve as the Dean of Arts & Sciences within the Division of Arts & Sciences. This leadership position involves overseeing the daily operations of the Division, supervising personnel, and managing business and administrative services. The Dean will play a key role in ensuring the smooth operation of academic programs and supporting the Division’s strategic goals, all within the mission of providing high-value, accessible higher education and advanced training in a supportive environment.
LSUE is LSU's only comprehensive, two-year institution providing access and education to enrich the lives of its diverse students, enhance statewide economic development and improve the vitality of the communities it serves. LSUE is committed to providing an excellent educational experience in a welcoming, small-town atmosphere.
Job Responsibilities:
20% Assume leadership in the development of the programs of the division and coordinate and integrate the activities of the division.
Promote excellence in teaching, research and scholarship, student services, and related activities of the division.
Perform such duties as are required to increase the effectiveness and significance of the division to enhance the prestige of the University.
20% Formulate and administer policies for the division. Prepare and execute the budget of the division. Forward recommendations to the Chancellor through the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs concerning actions relating to all personnel in the division (with approval or disapproval) together with a statement of reasons when appropriate. Serve as communications officer for all official business within the division and with other University authorities.
15% Prepare class schedules and assign faculty members' teaching schedules.
Recommend changes in courses and curricula which originate with the faculty
within the division. Oversee the registration and progress of students in the division and act for the faculty (after appropriate consultation) in approving
exceptions or substitutions on students' degree programs.
10% Certify compliance of individual students with requirements for graduation, after receiving the recommendation of the divisional faculty. Consider appeals by students according to established procedures. Assume responsibility for appropriate academic advising for the division. Insure that division course offerings and curricula are accurately reflected in the University catalog.
10% Serve as a member of the Academic Council. Appoint such committees from the division as necessary or desirable. Assume general supervisory responsibility for employees within the division. Coordinate the recruitment of new employees and advertise vacancies appropriately, consistent with University's policies.
10% Recommend all appointments, promotions, dismissals, leaves, salaries, salary adjustments, and all other personnel actions relating to the divisional staff. Call and preside over meetings of the division. Assign specific duties to members in the division, and define the members' overall responsibility to the University.
10% Implement, with approval, such policies and take such actions as is necessary to assure the personal safety of other members of the campus community. Annually review the performance of personnel under the supervision of the dean.
5% Serve as custodian of all University property located in the facilities of the division.
Minimum Requirements:
Master's Degree. The degree must be earned from an accredited institution in a discipline within the arts & humanities, the social sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, or mathematics.
Specific Experience: Record of progressively responsible experience that includes teaching and educational supervisory experience at the post-secondary level; proven commitment to quality instruction, innovative learning strategies, and learning outcomes assessment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. The degree must be earned from an accredited institution in a discipline within the arts & humanities, the social sciences, biological sciences, physical sciences, or mathematics.
3-5 year of administrative experience
Specific Experience:
Record of progressively responsible experience that includes teaching and educational supervisory experience at the post-secondary level; proven commitment to quality instruction, innovative learning strategies, and learning outcomes assessment.
$80,000.00-$95,000.00
Additional Job Description:
Competencies:
None
Special Instructions:
Dean of Major Academic Area
Posting Date:
February 12, 2025
Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
Additional Position Information:
Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!
Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.
Essential Position (Y/N):
LSUE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:
Louisiana State University Eunice adheres to the principle of equal education, employment, and promotion opportunity without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, handicap, veteran's status, sexual orientation, or gender identity. The University is dedicated to the philosophy of providing opportunity for full participation and representation in all segments of its operation to every individual who possesses the required training and experience. LSUE is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.
The University will provide equal opportunity for all qualified and qualifiable persons and will promote the realization of equal opportunity through positive, continuing training programs in all applicable departments. This policy of equal opportunity applies to everyone and is regulated by the requirements of the University's Affirmative Action Plan; Louisiana Executive Order 13, dated 24 September 1965; and 11375, dated 13 October 1967, as amended; Title VI, Civil Rights Act of 1964; the Equal Employment Opportunity Act of 1972; and Title IX of the Higher Education Act of 1972. The University has designated an individual to coordinate the campus' nondiscrimination efforts to comply with regulations implementing Title VI, VII, IX, and Section 504. Inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and practices may be directed to the Special Assistant to the Chancellor for Affirmative Action-Equal Employment Opportunity / Title IX Coordinator, LSU Eunice, P.O. Box 1129, Eunice, LA 70535, (337) 550-1202.
HCM Contact Information:
Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSUE Human Resources Management Office at 337-550-1222 or emailed at [email protected].
