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Dean for Institutional Effectiveness
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Dean for Institutional Effectiveness
**POSITION DETAILS**
Under the direction of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean for Institutional Effectiveness will lead the College's strategic planning process, and all matters related to external accreditation, general education assessment, program outcomes assessment and academic program review, and assessment of student learning and institutional effectiveness. The Dean will ensure that assessment activities are strategically planned and effectively implemented, and that assessment results are disseminated in as wide a manner as appropriate. The Dean will work with academic department chairs, Institutional Research, and personnel from Student Affairs to establish, grow, and maintain a culture of assessment for institutional effectiveness.
Specifically, the Dean will:
Lead the College's annual strategic planning processes and oversee the year-end reporting process from all college departments;
Lead preparation of the annual Strategic Alignment Report to the University Chancellor and the college’s annual completion report;
Lead the College's efforts regarding Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) accreditation review;
Administer and coordinate the preparation of institutional accreditation self-studies and edit or provide editorial review to ensure the accuracy and acceptable format of reports that are prepared for external audiences;
Maintain an up-to-date and thorough knowledge of accreditation requirements (institutional and program levels) and communicate changes and other important information to appropriate campus personnel;
Ensure that the College conducts thorough and rigorous academic program reviews in accordance with College and University policies;
Work with academic department chairs to design and implement effective student learning outcomes assessment processes and monitor curricular/instructional changes and improvements resulting from these assessments;
Develop and institutionalize systems to assess the overall effectiveness of the College in meeting its stated mission and provide regular and frequent reports on the results of these assessments to the College President and to the broader college community;
In support of these assessment efforts, oversee the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment and the Director of Assessment;
Serve as the President’s designee on the Senate Committee on Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness;
Ensure appropriate institutional and unit-level follow-up to recommendations and/or cited weaknesses relative to all accreditation and review activities.
The Dean will perform other related duties as assigned.
CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Additional qualifications are defined below by the College.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications relating to the described duties and responsibilities include:
Doctoral degree;
Higher education teaching experience;
Administrative, supervisory, and leadership experience in higher education;
Strong background in college-wide strategic planning and institutional effectiveness initiatives;
Expertise in accreditation (preferably MSCHE), including self-studies, academic program review, and compliance reporting;
Experience overseeing institutional research and student learning assessment;
Record of effective communication and collaboration with faculty and administrators.
**CUNY TITLE**
Dean
**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**
Salary range $145,000. - $160,000. Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
**HOW TO APPLY**
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates must provide a CV/resume and cover letter. In addition, please provide three professional references that include names, titles, organization and contact information.
**CLOSING DATE**
May 6, 2025.
Review of resumes to begin immediately.
**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**
CUNY Job Posting: Executive
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
30139
Location
Queensborough CC
**POSITION DETAILS**
Under the direction of the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean for Institutional Effectiveness will lead the College's strategic planning process, and all matters related to external accreditation, general education assessment, program outcomes assessment and academic program review, and assessment of student learning and institutional effectiveness. The Dean will ensure that assessment activities are strategically planned and effectively implemented, and that assessment results are disseminated in as wide a manner as appropriate. The Dean will work with academic department chairs, Institutional Research, and personnel from Student Affairs to establish, grow, and maintain a culture of assessment for institutional effectiveness.
Specifically, the Dean will:
Lead the College's annual strategic planning processes and oversee the year-end reporting process from all college departments;
Lead preparation of the annual Strategic Alignment Report to the University Chancellor and the college’s annual completion report;
Lead the College's efforts regarding Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) accreditation review;
Administer and coordinate the preparation of institutional accreditation self-studies and edit or provide editorial review to ensure the accuracy and acceptable format of reports that are prepared for external audiences;
Maintain an up-to-date and thorough knowledge of accreditation requirements (institutional and program levels) and communicate changes and other important information to appropriate campus personnel;
Ensure that the College conducts thorough and rigorous academic program reviews in accordance with College and University policies;
Work with academic department chairs to design and implement effective student learning outcomes assessment processes and monitor curricular/instructional changes and improvements resulting from these assessments;
Develop and institutionalize systems to assess the overall effectiveness of the College in meeting its stated mission and provide regular and frequent reports on the results of these assessments to the College President and to the broader college community;
In support of these assessment efforts, oversee the Office of Institutional Research and Assessment and the Director of Assessment;
Serve as the President’s designee on the Senate Committee on Assessment and Institutional Effectiveness;
Ensure appropriate institutional and unit-level follow-up to recommendations and/or cited weaknesses relative to all accreditation and review activities.
The Dean will perform other related duties as assigned.
CUNY is an equal opportunity employer, is committed to increasing the diversity of its workforce and is dedicated to recruiting and retaining professionals who share the College’s commitment to equity. It welcomes nominations of, and applications from members of protected groups including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities, as well as others who would bring additional perspectives to the university’s mission. Candidates with demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusiveness through their research, teaching and/or service are also encouraged to apply. One of Queensborough Community College’s greatest strengths, and a necessary element of excellence, is the diversity of our community. We strive to attract and nurture a talented and diverse faculty and staff that proudly reflect the unique character of the local Queens community, the most diverse county in the United States.
**QUALIFICATIONS**
This position is in CUNY's Executive Compensation Plan. All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor's degree and eight years' related experience. Additional qualifications are defined below by the College.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Preferred qualifications relating to the described duties and responsibilities include:
Doctoral degree;
Higher education teaching experience;
Administrative, supervisory, and leadership experience in higher education;
Strong background in college-wide strategic planning and institutional effectiveness initiatives;
Expertise in accreditation (preferably MSCHE), including self-studies, academic program review, and compliance reporting;
Experience overseeing institutional research and student learning assessment;
Record of effective communication and collaboration with faculty and administrators.
**CUNY TITLE**
Dean
**COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS**
Salary range $145,000. - $160,000. Commensurate with experience and qualifications.
CUNY's benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.
**HOW TO APPLY**
Visit www.cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select "Apply Now" and provide the requested information.
Candidates must provide a CV/resume and cover letter. In addition, please provide three professional references that include names, titles, organization and contact information.
**CLOSING DATE**
May 6, 2025.
Review of resumes to begin immediately.
**JOB SEARCH CATEGORY**
CUNY Job Posting: Executive
**EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY**
CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID
30139
Location
Queensborough CC
