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Associate Dean - College of Professional Programs

About Eastern Washington University:

Eastern Washington University, a regional, comprehensive public university with an enrollment of over 10,000 students, is one of six state-funded four-year institutions of higher education in Washington, each governed by its own board of trustees. EWU's 300-acre main campus is located in Cheney, a community of 12,000 residents 16 miles southwest of Washington's second largest city, Spokane. Eastern also offers programs in downtown Spokane at the innovative, energy-efficient Catalyst building, the SIERR building which is a hub for research, development and advancement of health sciences, and at Riverpoint, a campus shared with Washington State University. In addition, EWU programs can be found at select locations throughout the state, aligned with the needs of the community. Eastern contributes to the vitality of the region and the state through its wide array of bachelor's and master's degrees in over 100 fields of study, as well as applied doctorates in physical therapy and educational leadership, offering accessible pathways to career success and personal development to students of all socioeconomic and cultural backgrounds.

Eastern Washington University has been recognized for its commitment to helping undergraduate students learn, grow and succeed by https://collegesofdistinction.com/, a nationally trusted resource guide for college-bound students. The honor recognizes Eastern as a https://collegesofdistinction.com/best-colleges-of-distinction/ (CoD). Money magazine recently named https://money.com/best-colleges/profile/eastern-washington-university/.

Tribal Land Acknowledgement

Eastern Washington University resides within the traditional homelands of the Spokane People and other tribes who are connected through their shared history of this region. This land holds their cultural DNA and it is their Ancestors who are here and bring forth the knowledge of this place---the knowledge that comes from the land.

Job Summary:

Eastern Washington University seeks an experienced and dynamic leader to serve as the next Associate Dean of the College of Professional Programs. Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean will provide leadership for the college and implement decisions made by the Dean. This full-time position (1.0 FTE) involves working closely with CPP chairs, directors, and other Dean's office staff to coordinate overlapping responsibilities and manage a portfolio of areas assigned by the Dean.

Key Responsibilities Include:

1. College Leadership & Representation: The Associate Dean serves as a key representative of the College, providing leadership and advocacy both internally and externally. This includes representing the College at various community and university events, developing and ensuring compliance with relevant policies and regulations, and fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.2. Personnel Management: In collaboration with the Dean, oversight of personnel management within the College is a critical aspect of the role. This includes supporting department chairs and college office staff, participating in College-level review of personnel needs, tenure, promotion, and annual evaluations. to meet the College's strategic goals.3. Scheduling & Enrollment Management: A key aspect of this position is in managing class schedules, faculty workloads, and student enrollments to enhance student success. This involves working closely with department chairs and program directors to ensure optimal resource utilization and alignment with academic goals.4. Curriculum Management: The Associate Dean works alongside dep