Dean

The Dean must have a minimum of a Master's Degree with previous academic experience and management experience. The Dean is responsible for the delivery of educational programs and services through:

Hire and Train Faculty/Staff:

* The Dean is responsible for hiring, developing, and managing all faculty and academic staff. To accomplish this, the Dean must:

* Assess staffing needs

* Conduct search/advertising

* Conduct interviews

* Assess 15-minute teaching demonstrations

* On-board and orient new faculty and staff (support new faculty/staff get acquainted with the Keiser way and the campus)

* Mentor program chairs

* Coordinate and provide faculty training

Manage faculty and Staff:

* The Dean is responsible for providing campus level leadership, management, and support for all faculty and academic staff. To accomplish this, the Dean must:

* Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to faculty

* Review student evaluations of faculty

* Conduct annual faculty performance evaluations

* Identify low performing faculty and work with program chairs to improve performance (enhancement plans)

* Monitor enhancement plans and review progress

* Review and provide input on faculty professional development plans

Monitor and Maintain Curricula:

* The Dean is responsible for developing and maintaining a campus curriculum that meets the needs of the Dean and the current students and the community. To accomplish this the Dean must:

* Monitor program and course performance

* Assess and monitor program and logistical needs

* Work with advisory boards and local employers to identify community needs

* Work collaboratively with faculty for developing new courses and programs to meet community needs

* Ensure compliance with accreditation (SACS and program specific accreditations)

* Manage accreditation/assessment processes (prepare for regular reviews)

* Audit academic files for completeness

Oversee and Monitor Student Performance:

* The mission of Keiser is the successful education of students. The must work to ensure students receive the appropriate level of support. To accomplish this, the Dean must:

* Monitor academic progress (Satisfactory Academic Progress Reports - SAP)

Review and Manage Reports:

* The Dean is responsible for managing and reporting on business metrics.