Associate Dean, School of Education

Job Overview The School of Education (SOE) at Lehman College seeks an Associate Dean to provide leadership and management to the School and the Dean’s Office. The Associate Dean will report to the Dean of SOE and serve as a key member of the School’s senior management team, acting as a liaison between the SOE academic departments and units and the Dean’s office. The Associate Dean will support the Dean with day‑to‑day functions of the School, including strategic planning, quality assurance, accreditation processes, outreach, budget development and management. The Associate Dean will also oversee scheduling, personnel and academic matters and represent the Dean’s office on school and college‑wide committees. This is not a remote position. Responsibilities The Associate Dean will represent the SOE when the Dean is away and will support the Dean in managing all academic, accreditation, and curricular affairs in collaboration with department chairs and programs coordinators. This includes oversight of educator, leadership, and counselor preparation programs; liaison work with liberal arts and sciences faculty for collaborative programs; and collaboration with school partners at other agencies and institutions. The Associate Dean will work closely with the Dean’s Office staff, including the Director of Clinical Practice and Partnerships, Director of Operations, and the Teacher Certification Specialist to ensure effective administrative operations and support student success. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Co‑lead and co‑manage the school’s strategic planning process, including sharing frameworks and recommendations for planning. Provide leadership and oversight for all national and state accreditation activities, including Title II and annual accreditation reporting. Supervise the Director of Assessment, Accreditation, and Compliance to ensure effective coordination of compliance, assessment, data‑gathering protocols and continuous improvement efforts. Oversee the review of undergraduate and graduate curriculum change proposals from initiation through final approval, and serve as an advisor to academic departments on curriculum development, revision, and related matters. Serve on the Schools Executive Committee; chair the SOE Educator Preparation Policy Council and co‑chair the Quality Assurance Committee. Collaborate with faculty and staff in developing student success events such as workshops, symposia, and specialized advisement. Assist the Dean in personnel matters, including assessment of potential new faculty and recommendations regarding current faculty tenure and promotion, and professional development activities for faculty. Cultivate and help manage new academic, advisement, and scholarship programs, including those involving collaboration with CUNY Central, the NYC Public Schools, and NYSED. Serve as a liaison with the admissions, marketing, and alumni affairs offices to develop up‑to‑date print and media materials, review the SOE website, and implement outreach plans for enrollment growth. Build partnerships with schools in the region for sponsored programs and professional development for educators in the field. Qualifications This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years of related experience. Doctoral degree in Education or closely related field. Minimum of 8 years of experience in higher education leadership in the role of chairperson or program director in a university setting. Evidence of leadership in accreditation and strong managerial, collegial, and collaborative leadership. Experience managing multiple faculties, staff, and collaborating with academic researchers and teacher education clinical practice sites. At least 8 years of teaching undergraduate and graduate students, with research experience. Excellent judgment, discretion, analytical ability, and attention to detail. Strong record of scholarship, including writing, obtaining, and implementing grants. Strong strategic planning, program development, data‑driven approach and assessment skills. Experience with grant procurement, supporting faculty growth, oversight of college‑level programs and processes, marketing, and program development. Appointment to the position may be accompanied with an appointment at the rank of associate or full professor, and tenure may be granted upon appointment to the faculty title, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits Salary commensurate with education and experience, $92,419 - $150,000. Comprehensive health plans, retirement/pension benefits, and savings plans. Tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study. Generous paid time off. Access to extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on campuses. Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Location: Lehman College #J-18808-Ljbffr