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Associate Dean for Academic Affairs

Georgia State University

United States, Georgia, Atlanta

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Dec 20, 2025

Position Information

Posting Number	F00464P
Classification Title	Associate Dean Acad
Position Title	Associate Dean for Academic Affairs
GSU Information	Georgia State University is a national model for innovation and opening opportunities for all, among the top five most innovative by U.S. News & World Report, ranked 1st among public universities in undergraduate teaching, the number 1 nonprofit university to award bachelor's degrees to African American students, 4th in the country for its first-year student experience, and highly ranked for enabling the social and economic mobility of its students. Among the most diverse universities in the nation, Georgia State opens global perspectives as the number 1 U.S. public university sending African American students to study abroad. A regional gateway to higher education, the five suburban Perimeter College campuses provide more than 30 associate degree pathways. The downtown Atlanta campus offers more than 250 degree programs in 100 fields of study at the undergraduate, graduate and first-professional degree levels. With five university-wide research centers and numerous centers and institutes at the college and school levels, Georgia State's interdisciplinary, dynamic and productive research enterprises address major health and societal challenges. It is one of only 146 universities with an R1 designation from the Carnegie Foundation, an honor reserved for the nation's most active research institutions. Outgoing research expenditures have doubled in the last decade and topped $1.2 billion over the last six years, an indication of the University's rapid research growth. Georgia State is vital to the regional economy, with a more than $2.9 billion economic impact, and is also a vital part of Atlanta's vibrant arts and entertainment community, with highly regarded programs in music, art, creative writing and film, the Rialto Center for the Arts, and the Creative Media Industries Institute that contributes to innovation and the workforce for interactive media and media entrepreneurship. General information on faculty roles and responsibilities can be obtained from the Faculty Handbook https://faculty.gsu.edu/faculty-handbook/ and the Office of Faculty Affairs website https://faculty.gsu.edu/. All faculty at Georgia State are, as part of their essential job duties, expected to: (1) be physically present on-campus as needed to contribute to Georgia State's in-person educational experience, and (2) be able to teach in each of the following instructional modalities - in-person, online, or blended/hybrid - as determined by their Department Chair or Dean.
Department	Dean's Office - Perimeter College
College	Perimeter College
Campus	College-wide
Position Type	Administrative/Professional
Posting Type	Internal/External
About the Department	Georgia State offers associate degrees at Perimeter College at five campuses (Alpharetta, Clarkston, Decatur, Dunwoody, Newton) and Online. Perimeter College educates over 18,000 students. These students are supported by 700+ faculty (full-time and part-time) and 200+ staff focused on their academic success. In some of Perimeter's academic pathways- including business administration, communications, and criminal justice - students may pursue their associate degrees fully online. Most pathways enable students to take some classes online, and hybrid courses - which allow students to experience online learning combined with face-to-face classroom support - are also available.
Position Description	The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs ( ADAA) reports directly to the Dean and plays a pivotal role in providing leadership and management for the academic programs and administrative functions of Perimeter College. This role is charged with fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement by managing and optimizing processes, policies, and procedures related broadly to academic affairs. The ADAA will ensure the quality and integrity of academic offerings and initiatives, provide oversight of assessment and accreditation processes, and facilitate new program development through the approval process. The individual in this position will collaborate with other administrators, faculty, and staff to advance the college's mission and strategic goals. Additionally, the ADAA is a 12-month, faculty ranked administrative position.
Required Experience	Eligible for tenured full professor in an academic discipline offered at the college. Minimum of six years' progressively responsible administrative experience in academic leadership in a public institution of higher education. Demonstrated experience with academic program development and curriculum approval. Broad knowledge of institutional and/or program accreditation standards and best practices in teaching and learning for multiple modalities. Direct supervision of faculty and staff. Proven ability to work collaboratively with departmental, college, and institutional faculty and staff. Excellent leadership, organizational, interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
Required Education	Doctoral or terminal degree from an accredited college or university in a discipline offered at Perimeter College is required
Preferred Qualifications/Experience	A minimum of seven to ten years of progressively responsible administrative experience at the department level or higher position in a college or university environment. Experience with departmental budgeting of state general operating funds. Experience with institutional accreditation and/or specialized program accreditation. Experience with best practices in course and program assessment and program review. Demonstrated experience with initiating, leading, and managing change. Understanding of the mission of two-year colleges, student demographics, and challenges. Experience working in a multi-campus environment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities	Understanding of the mission and emerging issues for two-year colleges. Knowledge of academic program development and faculty governance. Understanding of best practices in the scholarship of teaching and learning. Knowledge of different modalities and best practices regarding student success strategies. Ability to nurture and promote a collegial environment encouraging the scholarly exchange of ideas and initiatives as it relates to the scholarship of teaching. Knowledge of course and program assessment, program review, and relevant institutional and specialized accreditation requirements. Ability to initiate, manage, and lead change. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively. Excellent leadership, organizational, interpersonal, communication, conflict resolution, analytical, and problem-solving skills. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing priorities. Ability to work collaboratively with groups of faculty, staff, and students. Ability to manage budgets and resources effectively and in accordance with state policies and procedures. Ability to work collaboratively in an office environment. Occasional travel between campuses or to professional conferences may be required.
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc	None Specified.
Pre-Employment Requirements	A criminal background check is required.
Work Hours	Position may require non-standard hours (including day, evening, online, weekend and/or other campus locations).
Salary	Commensurate with Experience
Search Chair Contact info	Questions can be submitted to PCHR@gsu.edu.
Departmental contact for assistance	Questions can be submitted to PCHR@gsu.edu .

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Description of Key Job Responsibilities

This description provides a high-level overview of the position. It is not intended to provide a comprehensive or exclusive list of job duties. As such, job duties and/or responsibilities within the context of this requisition may change at the discretion of the employee's direct supervisor. Job duties include but are not limited to the following:

As a member of the Dean's Cabinet, advancing the mission and strategic goals.
Provide oversight of academic initiatives and other relevant units within academic affairs.
Manage budgetary responsibilities related to academic programs and resources.
Direct the portfolio of the college's associate degree programs, certificates, certifications, or other alternative credentials.
Assist with development of certificates, micro-credentials, and other alternative credentials.
Work with department chairs and faculty to develop new and revise academic pathways to labor market needs and Atlanta campus for seamless transition.
Assist in the development and implementation of academic policies and procedures.
Lead academic pathway review and monitor program improvements.
Manage academic proposals and curriculum changes through the approval process.
Ensure program adherence to accreditation and institutional standards including preparing reports and providing documentation.
Coordinate academic program assessment and review of pathways in collaboration with department chairs.
Manage the Student STAR Awards Ceremony from the nomination process to the reception.
Contribute to the college's strategic planning process. Participate in setting academic priorities and objectives in alignment with the college's mission and vision.
Provide support as needed with departmental and college meetings/events, faculty orientations, leadership academy, business meetings, college executive committee meetings, academic year kick-off, university-wide academic initiatives (QEP, IMPACTS, etc.), and other activities/meetings as requested.
In collaboration with Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs, develop and maintain academic policies and procedures and assist with faculty development day activities.
Partner with faculty to develop work-based learning experiences and to integrate AI in courses and/or programs.
Work collaboratively with campus partners within the College and across the institution.
Partner with the dean and the assistant/associate deans to foster collaborative and interdisciplinary teaching and research scholarship with colleagues within the college and across the university.
Respond to student and faculty questions about the academic appeals process.
Collaborate with student engagement, student success, and other campus partners to enhance student retention and success.
Address academic issues and concerns and develop strategies to improve student outcomes.
Serve as the Dean's designee as requested.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Desired Start Date	08/01/2026
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date	12/18/2025
Review of Applications Begins	12/22/2025
Close Date	03/06/2026
Open Until Filled	No
Special Instructions Summary	Qualified applicants must provide the following application materials to be considered: Letter of interest. Curriculum Vitae/Resume. Unofficial Transcript of all degrees completed. Official transcripts must be provided if an offer is accepted. Foreign Degree Transcript is required for foreign graduate degrees. Foreign Degree Equivalency Evaluation is required for all graduate degrees earned outside the United States Three (3) professional references. Final Candidate: Professional references will provide letters of recommendation via a secure and confidential link provided in a notification email via the contact information provided on your application.
Apply at:	https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/6514
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement	Georgia State University is an equal opportunity employer.
USG Core Values Statement	The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well 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.