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Long Island University

Associate Dean

Long Island University, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Department:

Dean-Arts and Design, LIU Post

Date Posted:

10/28/2025

FLSA:

Exempt

Starting Date:

As soon as possible

Contact:

Please submit an online application

Associate Dean - College of Arts and Design, Long Island University

Position Overview Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean serves as a key leader in the College of Arts and Design. The Associate Dean plays a vital role in advancing the mission and vision of the College of Arts and Design.

Responsibilities Course Schedule and Workload Management

Process course schedules from departments, present for Dean approval, and submit to the Registrar.

Facilitate schedule changes, instructor assignments, and prepare low‑enrollment reports for review.

Calculate departmental workload credit based on submitted schedules and manage College‑wide workload assignments.

Verify accuracy of faculty workloads, monitor updates, and prepare proposals for workload adjustments for submission by the Dean.

Curriculum Revision and Accreditation

Submit curriculum changes to the Registrar, coordinate degree audit configurations, and ensure compliance with graduation requirements.

Prepare NYSED curriculum revision applications as needed and assist in the development of new programs.

Revise undergraduate and graduate bulletins to reflect approved curriculum updates, admissions requirements, and faculty information.

Oversee program accreditation and assist with university accreditation reports.

Faculty and Student Support

Assist the Dean in faculty promotion, tenure, and sabbatical evaluations, compiling reports and student evaluation data.

Mentor and support faculty development, supervision, and evaluation.

Play a key role in student success through recruitment, enrollment, retention, and academic support.

Evaluate transcripts for course substitutions, waivers, and credit transfers.

Administrative Operations and Special Projects

Develop and oversee external partnerships, alternative funding sources, and grant writing.

Collect and interpret data to prepare administrative and financial reports.

Serve as the College’s website manager and as the PeopleSoft trainer for new employees.

Provide operational support for events, such as Discovery Day for student research and faculty retreats.

Represent the College at admissions events and other University functions.

Leadership and Strategic Planning

Implement College goals, objectives, policies, and procedures to advance its vision and mission.

Lead new projects, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of the highest quality.

Assist the Dean in managing instructional, budgetary, and administrative matters for the College.

Required Qualifications

Terminal degree in a discipline represented in the College (preference for Theatre, Music, Film, Art, Digital Media).

Previous higher education administrative experience as a program director, department chair, assistant dean, or similar role.

Minimum of 5 years of full-time teaching experience at the college/university level, with demonstrated excellence in the classroom.

Strong record of research, scholarship, and professional activity, with publications and presentations in professional venues.

Proficiency with MS Office, data management/analysis, and presentation software.

Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.

Collaborative, collegial mindset with the ability to work administratively as part of a productive team.

Authorization to work in the United States without institutional sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in assessment, program development, faculty mentoring, retention strategies, and accreditation.

Expertise in grant writing, strategic planning, and online program development.

Special Information Applicants must be highly skilled at making public presentations and comfortable representing the College at various events.

About Long Island University LIU is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, veteran status, or disability. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.

If you need assistance applying for any of these positions, please email HR@liu.edu.

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