External Applicant Instructions

Please upload your resume/CV for automatic population of information to your Kean application.

Your contact information, work experience and education will be automatically filled in. Please review all fields – you will need to verify that the data is accurate.

In the “My Experience” section, you will find a resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and any other supporting documents you may wish to submit.

College of Liberal Arts

Assistant Dean

The College of Liberal Arts houses eight departments: English (including ESL); History; Fine Arts; Music; Theatre; Communications, Media and Journalism; Psychology; and Political, Social and Cultural Sciences. Each department houses majors and minors, with the majority of departments offering both undergraduate and graduate degrees. Graduate degrees offered in the College of Liberal Arts include Masters degrees in Marriage and Family Therapy, Psychology, Forensic Psychology, Holocaust and Genocide Studies, Communication Studies, English Writing Studies, Fine Arts (Studio; Teaching Certification; Supervision Certification); and Human Behavior and Organizational Psychology.

Under the direction of the Dean or their designee, the Assistant Dean assists in the general administration of all academic aspects within the College, with a focus on student academic support and support services, including the supervision of College-wide support staff. The Assistant Dean will be responsible for a wide range of support, including accreditation and compliance needs, and delivers excellent support for a range of student-related needs. The Assistant Dean represents the College at functions and on Committees as assigned. This position may require travel and a flexible schedule , including evening and weekend hours.

Qualifications: Master’s degree and a minimum of three years of professional experience in academic affairs in a higher education environment combining academic program oversight and administration, academic student support services or equivalent experience as determined by the university is required. Experience with student support, advisement, and academic policies and procedures in a higher education setting is highly preferred. Candidate must have the ability to manage, lead and mentor a team of support staff providing student support services College-wide and possess a strong commitment to student success. Excellent organizational, interpersonal, analytical, time-management and oral and written communication skills are essential.

The deadline for applications is December 17, 2024. Please submit your cover letter, resume/CV and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts for all degrees are required prior to the starting date of employment.

Attention current Kean University employees (including part-time Student Assistants, Graduate Assistants, Academic Specialists and Adjuncts): Please apply via the internal career site to ensure consideration as an internal candidate. To apply internally, please log into your Workday account and select the Career icon on your homepage to view available positions.

Additional Information

Kean University complies with the New Jersey First Act (https://www.nj.gov/labor/research-info/njfirst.shtml) (Senate Bill No. 1730, P.L. 2011, Chapter 70). Any individual newly hired by Kean University will be required to abide by this law and establish a principal residence in New Jersey. New employees will have a full 365 days to establish such residence, from the effective date of hire.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please refer to Section III.A. of our Reasonable Accommodations Policy & Procedures (https://www.kean.edu/media/reasonable-accomodations) .

Diversity & Non-Discrimination Statement

Kean University is committed to establishing and maintaining a diverse campus community through inclusive excellence and equal opportunity. Kean’s commitment to access and equity is designed to prepare each graduate to not only thrive, but climb higher in a diverse world. As an affirmative action, equal opportunity institution we work to support a campus-wide agenda to foster a community that both values and promotes the diversity and equity of all students, faculty, staff, administrators, and beyond.

EEO/AA Statement

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer