Assistant Dean -Health Professions

About the role

The incumbent will provide academic leadership and oversight for undergraduate and graduate SHP programs. They will oversee the day-to-day operations of the school, including faculty workload, course coverage, student enrollment, and all reporting and data management duties.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day operations of the school, including faculty workload, course coverage, student enrollment, and all reporting and data management duties
• Plans with the faculty and appropriate committees for student recruitment, admission, progression, retention and advisement activities related to the undergraduate and graduate programs
• Assists the Dean in the recruitment and selection of faculty and staff
• Advises and counsels students; mediates problems between students and faculty
• Takes over responsibilities of the School in Dean’s absence
• Special projects as defined by the Dean (e.g., Dean’s Research Initiative)

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in one of the allied health professions (e.g., social work, psychology) or doctorate in a related field plus a master's degree in an allied health profession
• Five to eight years related professional experience; demonstrated leadership and management abilities, and operational skills, administrative and teaching experience
• Working knowledge of allied health professions curricula and general accreditation standards

Training, Skills, Knowledge, Experience

• Excellent skills in leadership, operations, accountability, supervision, and written and oral communication
• Prior teaching and administrative experience in a baccalaureate or higher degree program
• Credentials at the rank of least Assistant Professor
• Experience in writing grant proposals and conducting research
• Licensed in New York State, if applicable

Working Conditions / Location

Kumble Hall, LIU Post Campus, Brookville, NY

Materials & Equipment

Operate a computer, copy and fax machine, scanner & any other office equipment