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Position Summary:

The College of Social Work and Criminal Justice (CSWCJ) at Florida Atlantic University is seeking an established educator, scholar, and leader to join our faculty and administrative team. The Associate Dean shall be appointed by the Dean of the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice with consultation from the faculty of the college. The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs and Student Services is a member of the Dean’s Executive Team as well as a member of the School of Criminology & Criminal Justice faculty or the Sandler School of Social Work faculty. The Associate Dean fosters academic excellence within the college, which encompasses two large schools, multiple programs, centers, institutes, and delivery formats. The responsibilities for the Associate Dean fall within four main categories: 1) academic program leadership and collaboration, 2) academic integrity and growth, 3) advising services, and 4) student affairs. The position is a full-time, 12-month appointment that begins July 1, 2026, though a start date of June 15, 2026, is preferred.

The Associate Dean will oversee academic and curricular initiatives, including supervisory responsibilities for the Advising Services team, and will work as a collaborative partner with the directors, faculty, and staff of the School of Criminology and Criminal Justice and the Phyllis and Harvey Sandler School of Social Work. Central to this leadership role is the ability to:

• interpret and administer academic policies and procedures
• coordinate efforts to ensure meeting targets of key performance metrics
• provide oversight of the college Academic Advising unit
• manage personnel matters and disputes
• support the development and implementation of innovative courses and curricula/programs
• manage academic program evaluation and program assessment/renewal/accreditation activities
• effectively utilize management platforms (e.g., Interfolio, Workday)
• support faculty/instructors through the promotion and tenure processes
• ensure adherence to accreditation and professional standards for programs/students

Guided by the CSWCJ Strategic Plan, additional areas of leadership desired include cultivating a culture of transparency, belonging and care; engaging in research innovation and synergy by bringing multidisciplinary teams together; strengthening our robust focus on students’ academic success (recruitment, retention, and recognition of excellence) and job readiness; and elevating our community engagement and philanthropy portfolios.

About the University and our College
Florida Atlantic University serves more than 32,000 undergraduate and graduate students across six campuses located along the southeast Florida coast. In recent years, the University has doubled its research expenditures and outpaced its peers in student achievement rates. FAU is ranked as a top public university by U.S. News & World Report and an R1: Very High Research Spending and Doctoral Production institution by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching.

In the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice, we inspire and prepare criminal justice and social work leaders, scholars, practitioners, clinicians, and policymakers to enact positive change. Our distinguished faculty integrate theory with community-centered, evidence-based practice. In doing so, they collaborate with our staff to help develop ethical and innovative professionals who analyze, implement, and evaluate criminal justice and social welfare policies, practices, and technologies; provide direct services to populations in need; and promote wellness and well-being for individuals, families, and communities in South Florida and beyond.

Minimum Qualifications:

Qualifications for the position include a doctoral degree in Criminology, Criminal Justice, Social Work, or a related field/discipline; a strong record of teaching and research in the discipline commensurate with the rank of Associate or Full Professor; experience in academic administration and/or leadership in higher education; and demonstrated experience and commitment to working in and fostering a cohesive and productive faculty, staff, and student environment. Areas of specialization are open. We are seeking a colleague with strong leadership skills integrated with the ability to work collaboratively, create positive change through a dynamic team-building approach, and contribute to a prosperous faculty, staff, and student environment.

Preferred qualifications include prior experience with academic assessments, students’ academic outcomes, and professional program development; knowledge of performance metrics and strategies to meet academic KPI targets; and a strong record of proposal development and implementation of external funding for research, and educational activities. Applicants should be prepared to explain how their leadership skills, teaching and research align with FAU’s strategic plan and bolster the CSWCJ Strategic Plan.

Salary:

Commensurate with Experience

College or Department:

College of Social Work and Criminal Justice

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

N/A

Application Deadline:

2025-10-24

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This position is open until filled and may close without prior notice.

This position is subject to funding.

All applicants must apply electronically to the currently posted position on the Office of Human Resources' job website (https://fau.edu/jobs) by completing the required employment application for this recruitment and submitting the related documents.

Required Documents:
FAU’s Career Page permits the attachment of required/requested documentation.

PLEASE NOTE: A maximum of five (5) documents may be attached to your application. If more than five (5) documents are required for submission, please combine additional documents into a single attachment to not exceed the maximum permitted.

The site permits the attachment of required/requested documentation. Candidates wishing full consideration are to provide the following: 1) a cover letter, 2) curriculum vita, and 3) professional references. The cover letter should: describe the candidate’s specific interest in the position and knowledge, skills and abilities related to the position; include an educational leadership philosophy statement; and describe scholarly activities. Additionally, applications should provide a curriculum vita and the names/contact information for three professional references.

For additional information, please visit the College of Social Work and Criminal Justice website. Questions regarding this position can be posted to the chair of the search committee, Dr. Ryan Meldrum, at meldrumr@fau.edu.

Transcripts:
The selected candidate for this position is required to submit an official transcript sent directly from the institution for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Similarly, for degrees from outside the United States, the evaluation by an organization belonging to the National Association of Credential Evaluation (NACES), with an indication of the documents the evaluation was prepared from (official transcripts, diplomas, dissertation abstracts) is required for the Provost’s credential file prior to the first day of employment. Transcripts must be issued to Florida Atlantic University, not to the individual applicant.

Background Screening:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

Accommodations:
Individuals requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. 711