Associate Dean, Academic Programs

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The Associate Dean for Academic Programs will play a critical role in shaping the future of the School of Information as we expand to meet fast-growing demand for our graduates and our scholarship. He or she will provide high level professional leadership (in partnership with academic leaders) in strategic planning for the School.

Over the last five years, the School of Information has grown from approximately 125 students to well over 600. This rapid growth was driven by the launch of our Master of Information and Data Science online degree program. We have recently launched an additional degree program, the Master of Information and Cybersecurity, and anticipate another doubling of our population in just a few years.

The Associate Dean for Academic Programs will be responsible for oversight of these new online degree programs, in addition to our traditional Master of Information Management and Ph.D. programs. In addition, the Associate Dean will lead new initiatives for the I School, which include a 5th year master’s degree, a certificate in Applied Data Science, online short courses in partnership with Get Smarter, a 2U company, and diversity initiatives aimed at increasing equity and inclusion in the I School and the technology sector where many of our students work.

The Associate Dean will report directly to the Dean of the School of Information, and will serve as a member of her senior leadership team. This individual will serve as the Dean’s representative at various events, as required, ensuring that the goals and programs of the I School are clearly and compellingly communicated to external constituents. Additionally, the Associate Dean will hold a liaison role for the School with 2U, our vendor for marketing and delivery of our online programs.

Responsibilities

40% — Oversees administration of all academic programming for the School, including online master’s degree programs, traditional master’s and Ph.D. programs, and strategic initiatives including online short courses and certificates in applied data science.

20% — Designs and develops major academic program components, oversees implementation of programs once funded.

20% — Develops and executes short and long-range strategic planning process for developing academic programming for the School (in conjunction with the Dean), and executes on the subsequent long-term strategies.

10% — Lead’s School’s diversity initiatives, developing strategies for the promotion of equity and inclusion in the technology sector as well as internal to the School.

10% — Consults with and advises the Dean regarding the most effective strategy for academic programming. Represents the Dean with all levels of campus constituencies concerning the School’s positions and strategies with regard to academic programs and initiatives. Acts as theDean’s representative with internal campus administrative units as programs scale, including campus Registrar, Graduate Division, Financial Aid, etc. to ensure excellent student experience.

Required Qualifications

  • Advanced and in-depth knowledge of the School and the campus including short and long range strategic plans, vision, goals, objectives, infrastructure, programs, achievements and awards.

  • Advanced skill in advocating for and representing the School to its various publics.

  • Academic background and recognized expertise in an academic discipline. Expert oral and written communication skills.

  • Experience managing both online and traditional master’s and Ph.D. programs. Content expertise in information science, data science, and/or cybersecurity.

  • Excellent problem-solving skills; ability to research and analyze complex situations critically, act decisively, and clearly convey information to others.

  • Expert ability to work with dynamic and diverse group of faculty, staff and students.

  • 10 years’ experience in education, with a strong emphasis on delivery of online programs.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D. or equivalent international degree.

Conviction History Background

This is a designated position requiring fingerprinting and a background check due to the nature of the job responsibilities. Berkeley does hire people with conviction histories and reviews information received in the context of the job responsibilities. The University reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.

Salary & Benefits

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:
http://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index....

The salary range designated for this position is $94,800 - $150,000; starting salary will be commensurate with experience.

How to Apply

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Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying.

About Berkeley

The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world’s most iconic teaching and research institutions. Since 1868, Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic and social value in California, the United States and the world. Berkeley’s culture of openness, freedom and acceptance — academic and artistic, political and cultural—make it a very special place for students, faculty and staff.

Berkeley is committed to hiring and developing staff who want to work in a high performing culture that supports the outstanding work of our faculty and students. In deciding whether to apply for a staff position at Berkeley, candidates are strongly encouraged to consider the alignment of the Berkeley Workplace Culture with their potential for success at http://jobs.berkeley.edu/why-berkeley.html.

About the School of Information

The School of Information (I School) is the newest professional school on campus. It has established a global presence and continues to strive to be the preeminent School of Information. It is an intellectual community with academics, students, and other constituents excited about the rapidly expanding conceptualization of information and related technologies and methodologies.

The I School provides the means to understand, organize, and manage information on multiple levels in society and is multidisciplinary in its approach. Social scientists and technologists work together to address the challenges posed for organizations and society by information ubiquity and abundance. The I School has approximately 600 graduate and Ph.D. students in our master's and Ph.D. programs. Our professional master's students are actively recruited by leading companies in the Bay Area and beyond, and our Ph.D.s teach in top universities around the country.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. For more information about your rights as an applicant see: http://www.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/poster_screen_reader_optimized.pdf

For the complete University of California nondiscrimination and affirmative action policy see: http://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000376/NondiscrimAffirmAct

Mandated Reporter

This position has been identified as a Mandated Reporter required to report the observed or suspected abuse or neglect of children, dependent adults, or elders to designated law enforcement or social service agencies. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon completion of signed statements acknowledging the responsibilities of a Mandated Reporter.

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Last updated:

November 9, 2018