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Associate Dean for Student Success and Engagement (Norman J Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences)

Kennesaw State University
United States, Georgia, Kennesaw
Oct 22, 2026
Associate Dean for Student Success and Engagement (Norman J.Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences) Job ID: 304628 Location: Kennesaw, Georgia Full/Part Time: Full Time Regular/Temporary: Regular About Us For more than 60years, Kennesaw State University has been known for itsentrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader ininnovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located justnorth of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on twometro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduateand graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high-impactresearch and Division I athletics also draw students fromthroughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is aCarnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed tobecoming a world-class academic institution positioned to broadenits academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local,regional, and national level. Our university's vibrant culture, careeropportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity,collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employerof choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power andpromise of a student-centered, research-driven university. Inaddition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's corevalues of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. Weare searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State Universityin our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State Universitywebsite. Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus islocated at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information The Norman J. Radow College of Humanities & Social Sciencesis dedicated to fostering cutting edge research and creativeactivity that enables us to pioneer workforce readiness in thehumanities and social sciences. By staying true to our Liberal Artsvalues, pursuing the creation of both theoretical and appliedknowledge in our scholarship, and integrating practical knowledgeand experiential learning into our curriculum, we empower ourstudents to become responsible citizens ready for the demands ofthe modern workplace. The home of three schools and eightdepartments, the College offers more than 80 graduate andundergraduate programs of study in both traditional andinterdisciplinary fields. These programs enable students to developleadership, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, as wellas a strong sense of civic engagement. The College is committed to the success of our students, faculty,staff and communities. We seek candidates whose experience hasprepared them to fulfill that commitment and engage our students,partners, and stakeholders effectively. Job Summary Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for atwelve-month administrative faculty position as a tenured Professorand Associate Dean for Student Success and Engagement in the NormanJ. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences with a preferredstart date of July 1, 2027. This position is for work to beperformed in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities Oversees the development, planning, and implementation of all Student Success Initiatives, in collaboration with the Collegeleadership team and departments/schools Collaborates on mapping college initiatives to the universitystrategic plan and gathering data for the initiatives related tothe responsibilities of this position Promotes undergraduate research Serves as the college liaison with a number of campus partners,including the Undergraduate Advising Center, Career Planning and Development, and others as needed to perform the duties of thisposition Promotes career and professional development initiatives forstudents Responds to academic integrity and student issues (complaintsand appeals) Manages student scholarships and oversees annual student awardselection process Oversees the Dean's Student Advisory Board and the Lindy Radow Scholars Program Serves as the liaison with the Honors College and other campusand community partners regarding students and student-focusedevents and initiatives Facilitates and reports on experiential learning as it relatesto student engagement and success Monitors and presents institutional reports and data on studentsuccess outcomes Assists in donor outreach and philanthropic initiatives with astudent success focus Participates in professional activities related to studentsuccess and engagement on the local, state, and nationallevels Actively participates, leads, and/or facilitates scholarlyresearch and/or scholarship of teaching and learning within thecollege Builds mentoring programs for students Engages in activities to seek and/or secure funding to supportstudent-facing initiatives and events Serves on committees as assigned Performs other duties as assigned by the Dean Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Required Qualifications Ph.D., or its foreign equivalent, and an academic backgroundand appropriate credentials to be a tenured Professor in one of theacademic schools or departments in the Norman J. Radow College of Humanities and Social Sciences at KSU Must be eligible for tenure with an academic record ofteaching, research, and service commensurate to the rank of fullprofessor in the Radow College Demonstrated record of leadership experience in highereducation Demonstrated commitment to student success and engagement inhigher education Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching in a large college setting that includesgeneral education Experience fostering student success collaborations acrossdepartments, colleges, and/or institutions Experience in implementing high impact practices and/or QEP Ability to communicate effectively both orally and inwriting Evidence of developing and maintaining collaborative workingrelationships with student leaders, faculty, staff, andadministrators across a university Required Documents to Attach CV Cover Lettershould address the themes presented in the job profile Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phonenumbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references. Incomplete applications will not beconsidered. Apply Before Date Review of applications will begin immediately.For full consideration, please apply by December 1, 2026. Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Ruth Goldfine, rgoldfin@kennesaw.edu. For technical support or assistance completing a job application,please contact the Shared Services Center at (877) 251-2644 orsupport@usg.edu. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under thecontact information section on each posting. For general questionsabout faculty jobs please email facultyjobs@kennesaw.edu. USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence,Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundationfor all that we do as an organization, and each USG communitymember is responsible for demonstrating and upholding thesestandards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 andcan 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 foundon-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal Employment Opportunity Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tomaintaining a fair and respectful environment for living, work andstudy. To that end, and in accordance with federal and state law,Board of Regents policy, and University policy, the Universityprohibits harassment of or discrimination against any personbecause of race, color, sex (including sexual harassment,pregnancy, and medical conditions related to pregnancy), sexualorientation, gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity ornational origin, religion, age, genetic information, disability, orveteran or military status by any member of the KSU Community oncampus, in connection with a University program or activity, or ina manner that creates a hostile environment for members of the KS Ucommunity. For additional information on this policy, or to file a complaintunder the provisions of this policy, students, employees,applicants for employment or admission or other third partiesshould contact the Office of Institutional Equity at English Building, Suite 225, eeo@kennesaw.edu. Background Check Per the University System of Georgiabackground check policy, all final candidates will be required toconsent to a criminal background investigation. Final candidatesmay be asked to disclose criminal record history during the initialscreening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment.Applicants for positions of trust with screening results whichconfirm a disqualifying criminal history will be immediatelydisqualified from employment eligibility. All applicants are required to includeprofessional references as part of their application process. Somepositions may require additional job based screenings such as motorvehicle report, credit check, preemployment drug screening and/orverification of academic credentials. https://www.usg.edu/hr/assets/hr/hrap_manual/HRAP_Background_Investigation_Employment.pdf To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&Site Id=43000&Job Opening Id=304628&Posting Seq=1 je-edfa7ce2fc90449890980e48a2f778e3 recblid 9hyowia16hvj16rzneug0xf0vzg6fs