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Associate Dean of the College of Computing and Software Engineering
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Position Number: 5521761
Location: Kennesaw, GA
Position Type: Deans - Engineering

Associate Dean of the College of Computing and Software Engineering

Job ID: 275718
Location: Marietta, Georgia
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

For more than 50 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta, and combines a suburban setting on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including a growing number of doctoral programs to over 43,000 students. Our high-impact research, and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level.

Our vibrant culture, career opportunities, mission and values and rich benefits make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Our institutional values are student-inspired, promise-fulfilling, elevational, open and impact-generating, and being true to ourselves. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. For more information, visit https://www.kennesaw.edu/.

Location

Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

Department Information

Kennesaw State University's College of Computing and Software Engineering (CCSE) houses over 5,500 students and 135 faculty and staff. Programs include Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Game Development, Information Technology, Data Science and Analytics, Software Engineering, spanning six undergraduate, four master's, two Ph.D.s, and various certificates and minors housed in four academic units. Emphasis is on practical learning with opportunities for internships, hackathons, and industry projects. CCSE fosters a robust research culture, producing internationally recognized research and consistently increased funding (FY 2023, CCSE secured nearly $3.0 million). Facilities include a data center, two research centers, and over ten labs.

Job Summary

Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full-time, administrative faculty position as a tenured Professor and Associate Dean of the College of Computing and Software Engineering with a preferred start date of January 2025. This is a twelve-month contract position. This position is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

Responsibilities

Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean in collaboration with other college leaders advances the mission of the College. The responsibilities of the Associate Dean may include but is not limited to the following focus areas.

Manages personnel
Oversees general College operations including scheduling
Grows and enhances the graduate programs
Oversees the development, planning, and implementation of student success activities
Manages the accreditation and assessment activities (ABET, Assurance of Learning, QEP, etc.)
Oversees curriculum development ensuring alignment with job market needs
Provides leadership and oversight for matters related to research

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

Required Qualifications

A PhD degree, or the foreign equivalent, in one of the disciplines within the College of Computing and Software Engineering at KSU is required.
Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service commensurate with an academic background and appropriate credentials to be a tenured full professor in an academic unit in the College of Computing and Software Engineering at KSU.
Minimum 3 years of administrative and/or leadership experience in an academic setting (e.g., experience as center or institute director, lead in research working group, program coordinator, department chair, and/or assistant/associate dean).

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated success in higher education leadership.
Previous experience cultivating relationships with community, profession, and other stakeholders.
Effective and strong communication skills.

Required Documents to Attach

1. CV
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
4. Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 5 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Apply Before Date

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by September 15, 2024.

Contact Information

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Lei Li, lli13@kennesaw.edu, 470-578-3915.

For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 or oneusgsupport@usg.edu.

For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed to maintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work and study. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law, Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the University prohibits harassment of or discrimination against any person because of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment, pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community on campus, in connection with a University program or activity, or in a manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KSU community.

For additional information on this policy or to file a complaint under the provisions of this policy, students, employees, applicants for employment or admission or other third parties should contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 202, eeo@kennesaw.edu.

Background Check

Per the University System of Georgia background check policy, all final candidates will be required to consent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidates may be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment. Applicants for positions of trust with screening results which confirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediately disqualified from employment eligibility.

All applicants are required to include professional references as part of their application process. Some positions may require additional job-based screenings such as motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening and/or verification of academic credentials.

https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf

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