Associate Dean Admissions

Position: Associate Dean for Admissions
Posting Summary

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00174PO25 Advertised Title Associate Dean for Admissions Campus Columbia College/Division School of Medicine Greenville Department SOMG Student Admissions Advertised Salary Range Salary commensurate with qualifications Location of Vacancy Part/Full Time Full Time Hours per Week 37.5 Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE) Basis 12 months Work County Greenville Tenure Information Professional Track Job Search Category Faculty

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Position Description

Advertised

Job Summary

Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Academic Affairs, the Associate Dean for Admissions at the USC School of Medicine Greenville is responsible for leading and supporting the development and implementation of programs, as well as recruitment practices, that clearly align with the guiding principles of the medical school with the ultimate goal of successfully matriculating highly qualified and committed students from South Carolina who will bring added value to the learning environment, practice of medicine, and health and well-being of our community.

The Associate Dean for Admissions will oversee all SOMG admissions processes and recruitment programs, as well as serve as a member of the senior leadership team of the medical school.

Major Responsibilities

* Strategically guides admissions processes for the USC School of Medicine Greenville, including recruitment programs and processes, and all admissions decisions.

* Serve as Chair of the Admissions Committee, providing objective oversight in the selection of candidates for admission to the USC School of Medicine Greenville.

* Serve as a voting member of both the Admissions Evaluation Committee and the Admissions Committee.

* Collaborate with the Associate Dean for Student Affairs to oversee a seamless transition to medical school that accounts for the unique experiences and needs each student.

* Oversee the budget and finances of the Office of Admissions, including forecasting throughout the year to ensure that budgets are followed, meeting with constituents to assess budgetary needs, and working in collaboration with the Office of the Dean to ensure a balance between office, school, and institutional needs.

* Initiate new relationships and support existing relationships with colleagues at South Carolina colleges and universities, including other relevant feeder schools.

* Works closely with the Admissions team and other stakeholders to develop and implement policies and practices that uniquely support all applicants and matriculating students in their distinctive medical school journeys.

* Provide interface with all key stakeholders, including community-based organizations, institutions of higher education, and other relevant groups, to support recruitment programs with the goal of admitting highly qualified and committed candidates to the USC School of Medicine Greenville.

* Serve in a mentorship capacity, in partnership with the Student Affairs team, to support the success and…