Savannah College of Art and Design | Associate Dean of the School of Film and Acting | savannah, ga

2 months ago


savannah, United States Savannah College of Art and Design Full time

As the associate dean of the School of Film and Acting, you will work in consultation with the dean and other faculty to develop a plan for the school that is consistent with SCAD's overall strategic plan. You will support the dean in leading assigned areas of study and setting department policies/procedures that are aligned with SCAD's overall policies. You will supervise all department faculty in collaboration with the dean, chairs, and associate chairs. You will also collaborate with the dean on curriculum and program assessment developments, changes, and proposals for all university locations, gaining input from chairs and associate chairs. Likewise, you will provide recommendations and consultations for department hires in collaboration with the dean to cultivate new talent and leaders.


In this role, you will ensure each course is taught to the highest level of excellence through weekly class observations to check for professionalism, active teaching, engaged learning, and excellent classroom management strategies. You will troubleshoot and resolve administrative and operational concerns, assist with budget development and oversight for departmental expenditures, and prepare ad hoc reports. Among other duties, you will manage and collect key data – such as enrollment, seat utilization, registration, retention, graduation, employment, student-faculty evaluations, best work documentation, and more – to achieve maximum efficiency, and ensure the cleanliness of assigned buildings, especially for events. Additionally, you will perform teaching responsibilities as assigned.


As the associate dean, you will play a pivotal role in supporting departmental leadership in displaying excellent student work in SCAD buildings and on the website. You will also assist in the roll-out of annual professional and alumni mentor visits, contributing significantly to the school's outreach and engagement. Responsibilities in this position include creating and managing professional and academic partnerships, anticipating trends to recommend implementation strategies for programs/services, and meeting with students to resolve academic concerns. You will serve as an ambassador for the School of Film and Acting, seeking promotional opportunities for the school.


The successful candidate should have exemplary personnel and fiscal management capabilities and a thorough understanding of program assessment strategies and strategic planning. They should also be committed to excellence in teaching and demonstrate innovative, energetic personal and professional integrity. Outstanding interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills are essential.


Minimum Qualifications:

  • Terminal degree in a related field
  • At least five (min.) years of leadership or supervisory experience
  • Successful administrative experience in higher education with an extensive knowledge of academic structures, functions, and processes
  • Experience in dealing with external organizations such as businesses, government agencies, and accrediting groups
  • Understanding of current technologies and the ability to lead in the use of educational technologies


Preferred Qualifications:

  • M.F.A. or Ph.D in a related field
  • Industry or business experience in a discipline housed within the assigned school


Certificates, licenses, and registrations:

  • Credentialed to teach in one or more disciplines with a thorough knowledge of related disciplines within the assigned school


Travel Required:

  • 10% to 20%


Work Hours: As noted in the Employment Agreement.


ADA Tag: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements and minimum qualifications listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions and/or meet the minimum qualifications.



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