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Dean of Undergraduate Studies

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Job Location : Tallahassee,FL, USA

Posted on : 2025-08-12T00:52:50Z

Job Description :

Job Title : Dean of Undergraduate Studies

Location : Tallahassee, FL

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 60636

Department

Division of Undergraduate Studies

Responsibilities

The Dean of Undergraduate Studies provides leadership for the Division of Undergraduate Studies and its role in advancing a world-class undergraduate education rooted in academic excellence, experiential learning, and scholarly engagement. Partnering with the academic colleges, student affairs, and other units across campus, the Division helps to lead the University's student success efforts enacted over three decades, resulting in an exemplary record of undergraduate student retention and graduation comparable with the best universities in the nation.

The Division is home to a wide array of nationally recognized academic engagement and support services available to all undergraduates. Units within the Division include : Advising First, Academic Center for Excellence, Center for Academic Retention and Enhancement, CoreFSU, the University Honors Program, Presidential Scholars Program, Center for Undergraduate Research and Academic Engagement, Office of National Fellowships, Transfer Student Services, Office of Retention, and Student Athlete Academic Services. Additionally, the Division's Office of Undergraduate Studies serves as the administrative home or “dean's office” for most first- and second-year students until they are formally admitted into a major in one of the 16 colleges that offer undergraduate programs.

The Dean of Undergraduate Studies reports to the Vice President for Student Academic Success in the larger Division of Academic Affairs, which is led by the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Division of Undergraduate Studies consists of nearly 250 full-time employees, including 36 faculty members, and nearly 1,000 part-time student staff.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following :

Strategic Leadership & Collaboration

  • Provide visionary leadership for the Division of Undergraduate Studies in alignment with the University's mission

and strategic goals.

  • Serve on and collaborate with the Council of Deans to develop and advance student success strategies for all

    • undergraduates.

  • Build and maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, and administrators across campus.
  • Represent the Division's mission and priorities to internal and external stakeholders, advocating for undergraduate

    • education and support.

    Student Success & Academic Support

  • Lead university-wide efforts to retain, develop, and graduate an accomplished undergraduate student body.
  • Oversee academic advising and student success initiatives for undergraduates.
  • Support the Enrollment Management Committee to ensure cross-functional collaboration in retention and student

    • success efforts.

    Operational Oversight & Supervision

  • Provide leadership, supervision, and evaluation for associate / assistant deans and directors overseeing units within

    • the Division.

  • Ensure that policies, procedures, and performance metrics align with the University's strategic plan and priorities.

    • Data-Informed Decision-Making

  • Utilize data analytics to inform strategic planning, assess program effectiveness, and drive continuous improvement

    • in student outcomes.

    Financial Management & Resource Development

  • Oversee financial planning and implementation of the Division's annual budget.
  • Support fundraising and alumni engagement efforts to advance the Division's mission and expand student support

    • resources.

    Qualifications

    The successful candidate must have a significant record of effective leadership and supervision of academic departments and / or academic support units within a university setting, a deep understanding of student success initiatives, and a high level of proficiency with data analytics that support strategic planning and demonstrate the achievement of desired student outcomes.

    An earned doctoral degree is required along with demonstrated professional experience in a university setting. Experience must include at least five years in an administrative position related to student success. The position is open to tenure and non-tenure (specialized) track faculty.

    Additionally, the successful candidate must demonstrate :

  • The ability to facilitate teamwork and collaboration among units within the Division and across the University as a whole.
  • An openness to innovation and integrated strategic planning across all academic levels and colleges of the University.
  • A knowledge of higher education research, trends, and policy initiatives.
  • Familiarity with the national dialogue on undergraduate education and student success issues and best practices.
  • Proven supervisory and personnel management skills.
  • Strong written and oral communication skills.
  • Effective critical thinking and analysis skills.

    • Contact Info

    Sara Hamon, PhD, Assistant VP for Academic Affairs, Search Committee Chair - [email protected]

    University Information

    One of the nation's elite research universities, Florida State University preserves, expands, and disseminates knowledge in the sciences, technology, arts, humanities, and professions, while embracing a philosophy of learning strongly rooted in the traditions of the liberal arts and critical thinking. Founded in 1851, Florida State University is the oldest continuous site of higher education in Florida. FSU is a community steeped in tradition that fosters research and encourages creativity. At FSU, there's the excitement of being part of a vibrant academic and professional community, surrounded by people whose ideas are shaping tomorrow's news!

    Learn more about our university and campuses.

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    How To Apply

    If qualified and interested in a specific Faculty job opening as advertised, apply to Florida State University at https : / / hr.fsu.edu / facultyjobs. If you are a current FSU employee, apply via myFSU >

    Self Service.

    Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include education details even if attaching a Vita.

    Considerations

    This is a Faculty position on a 12-month contract basis.

    This position requires successful completion of a criminal history background check .

    Equal Employment Opportunity

    FSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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