Academic Administrator

Academic Administrator

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Knowledge of applicable legislation, standards, policies and procedures within specialty area. Knowledge and understanding of institutional policies and procedures and the regulatory environment within which they operate. Leadership skills. Conflict resolution skills. Budget preparation and fiscal management skills. Ability to plan, assess, and evaluate programs. Ability to develop, plan, and implement short- and long-range goals.

Role Description

Levels

Academic Administrator 1 (Assistant/Associate Dean) Responsible for providing specialized academic services within a college, and reports to a Dean. Education/Experience: Determined by college and discipline requirements.

Academic Administrator 2 (Dean) Responsible for providing academic leadership to a college and reports directly to the Provost. Provides oversight and management to the unit and is responsible for hiring department chairs. Responsible for educational curriculum, faculty selection, promotion and development, and student affairs. Education/Experience: Determined by college and discipline requirements.

Academic Administrator 3 Responsible for providing specialized academic services to a specialized functional area. Education/Experience: Determined by college and discipline requirements.

Academic Administrator 4 Responsible for providing specialized academic services to multiple areas of the institution. Education/Experience: Determined by college and discipline requirements.

Academic Administrator 5 Responsible for providing specialized academic services to the University system wide. Education/Experience: Determined by college and discipline requirements.

Academic Administrator 6 Chief academic officer for an institution. Supports the university’s academic mission and provides leadership for the colleges, faculty affairs, enrollment, and student success. Responsible for broad strategic vision for academic functions. Education/Experience: Determined by college and discipline requirements.