Associate Dean

Posting Number F00375P Position Title Associate Dean (Public Health) Department College of Health Sciences FLSA Exempt Salary Not listed Grant Funded No Location Jackson Medical Mall Faculty, Staff, Admin or Student Faculty Number of Vacancies 1 Desired start date 03/01/2024 Position Summary The College of Health Sciences invites applications for a position as Associate Dean (Public Health). Qualifications Minimum Required Education An earned DrPH in Public Health is preferred or a Ph.D. in a Public Health related discipline from a CEPH accredited school or program is required. An earned Master of Public Health (MPH) degree from a CEPH accredited program with a Ph.D. in a related field from a regionally accredited college or university will be considered. Minimum Required Experience Must have at least five (5) years academic-related administrative experience and leadership-level experience with regional and professional accreditation (e.g., Council on Education for Public Health). Experience in course development. Minimum Required Licenses and/or Certifications Certified in Public Health (CPH) or Certified Health Education Specialist (CHES). Qualifications A sustained record of academic accomplishments (publications in peer-reviewed journals, presentations, competitive research and external funding). A nationally recognized scholar with strong visibility within the public health academic and research community. Established administrative strengths and abilities: constructive problem-solving, commitment to recruitment, retention, and faculty development. A collaborative and accessible leadership style. Commitment to promoting diversity. Mentoring. Effectiveness in interpersonal relations, including the ability to initiate and sustain interdisciplinary collaborations. A vision supporting a healthy and collegial work environment. Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with CEPH accreditation and reaffirmation. Skills and Abilities Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and public speaking experience. Job Duties and Responsibilities Support Public Health in the development and implementation of the department's curriculum, policies, and processes. Support a strategic direction that maximizes the contributions of all stakeholders. Display ethical behavior, equity and professionalism to lead others. Develop plans and work collaboratively with the Dean, department chairs and faculty to support the missions, visions, strategic goals and objectives of the University and College. Motivate and support students, faculty, and staff in formulating/achieving their goals and objectives. Recruit and select staff with the knowledge, skills, abilities and motivation to accomplish the goals of the College. Market the University and College in a manner that enhances student enrollment. Develop and implement creative methods/processes for resource acquisitions necessary to advance academic programs and scholarly research. Facilitate systematic review of all department's course syllabi, policies, forms, and documents. Ensure catalog offerings and student handbooks are current and meet academic requirements. Maintain, oversee, and submit all assessment and accreditation reports, etc Serve on university, college, and departmental committees. Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean. Posting Detail Information EEO Statement Jackson State University is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Background Check Statement Jackson State University is committed to providing a safe campus. JSU conducts background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include reference checks, criminal history/record check and when appropriate a credit report or driving history report. Open Date 01/15/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled (overrides close field) Yes Special Instructions to Applicants