Assistant Dean -School of Professional Studies

Western Connecticut State University is pleased to announce applications are being accepted for School of Professional Studies – Assistant Dean.

The School of Professional Studies offers outstanding programs in Education, Educational Psychology, Health Promotion, Nursing, Criminal Justice and Social Work. These programs offer the knowledge and skills to provide you with real-life experiences to excel as clinical practitioners, teachers, healthcare advocates and to address social concerns in the community . Our faculty are experts in their field and are active in their discipline. Most programs in the School of Professional Studies are fully accredited. The departments within the School of Professional Studies have community partnerships that provide excellent clinical experiences and internships that afford the hands on experience that connect critical thinking theory from the classroom to clinical practice. Our clinical partners are well regarded as the best sites within the education and healthcare field . Information on School of Professional Studies may be found on Information on the University may be found on .

Position Summary : Assists the Dean of the School of Professional Studies with the administration, operation, promotion, and evaluation of programs, personnel, and budgetary matters of the school. Works closely with department chairs and program coordinators to ensure effective and efficient operations. Functions as the dean’s designee in the dean’s absence and represents the dean to the School of Professional Studies and its diverse constituencies. Will supervise support staff.

Position Responsibilities:

1. Certification Officer – Assists the dean with the role of the official WCSU certification officer and ensures all candidates for certification with CSDE in all programs have completed applications.
2. Supports department chairs with new and revised courses and programs; external funding opportunities; and assessment as aligned with both the School of Professional Studies and the university’s strategic plans.
3. Supports recruitment, retention, degree completion and related communication initiatives for the school.
4. Approves course schedules, teaching assignments, and workload reports for all programs and faculty in the School of Professional Studies .
5. Oversees issues related to undergraduate and graduate academic programs, which may include student progress, student complaints, grade appeals, dismissals, and academic misconduct.
6. Responds in a timely and professional manner to the suggestions, inquiries, and complaints of faculty and staff as assigned or approved by the dean.
7. Oversees faculty affairs. Manages onboarding and training opportunities, especially for full-time faculty in the School of Professional Studies.
8. Compiles and analyzes data related to the operation of the school. Prepares reports, proposals, presentations, information, and materials requested by the Dean of the School of Professional Studies.
9. Performs other duties and responsibilities related to those enumerated above which do not alter the basic level and responsibilities of the position.

Qualifications:

• Earned terminal degree.
• Five (5) years of experience in student-centered higher education, with academic leadership experience at the program level or higher.
• Evidence of successful teaching, scholarship, and/or service.
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and equity, and to contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work successfully, in a collegial manner, with students, faculty, staff, administration, and the public.
• Demonstrated effectiveness with communication, time management, data management, and project management.
• Experience with grant seeking, proposal writing, and fundraising preferred.
• Experience with community service learning and/or community partnerships preferred.
• Multilingual or bilingual skills preferred.

Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary range is $102,542. WCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at . All employment, if offered, is contingent upon proof of citizenship or employability under the requirement of the Immigration and Control Act (IRCA) and the successful passing of a background check. WSCU is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background investigations include reference checks, employment verifications, and a criminal history record check.

Application Process: Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, which includes the names and contact information for three (3) professional references and a resume.  Questions may be directed to  View email address on westernconnecticutstateuniversity.applytojob.com - please reference Professional Studies - Assistant Dean in subject line.  

To apply, submit your materials to: 

Application materials must be submitted no later than Wednesday August 12, 2026 . Late applications will not be accepted. 

 

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