Associate Dean Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Alabama

INTRODUCTION

Alabama State University, Academic Affairs/College of Business Administration (COBA), invites applications to fill the position of Associate Dean/Associate Professor of Business Administration. This position provides strategic, academic, and administrative leadership to support the mission, vision, and goals of the college. The Associate Dean will assist in overseeing college operations, strategic initiatives, and special projects while serving as the Dean's representative.

Faculty teach within their academic subjects or disciplines and are responsible for successfully addressing established student learning outcomes in each course and section taught. Faculty teach courses at times, locations and via modalities that best respond to student and departmental needs. Faculty conduct both teaching and research and be Scholarly Academic (SA) at all times as per AACSB standards.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support faculty recruitment, development, evaluation, research, and communication between leadership and departments.
• Provide oversight of student academic progress, policies, and concerns.
• Assist with curriculum planning, scheduling, and program development.
• Support student recruitment, retention, and graduation efforts.
• Coordinate assessment activities, accreditation processes (e.g., SACSCOC, AACSB) and continuous program improvement.
• Assist with budget planning, resources allocation, and operational efficiency.
• Support data reporting and institutional planning.
• Foster partnerships with industry, alumni, and stakeholders, and promote experiential learning and outreach.
• Participate in university committees and perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

An earned doctorate degree in Management, Accounting, Finance, Economics, or related business discipline from a AACSB accredited institution. Must have credentials qualifying for appointment as Associate professor. Candidate should be eligible for tenure at the Associate or Full Professor rank, and 5 years of demonstrated administrative experience with strong potential for academic leadership and program management.

FACULTY STATEMENT:

It is to be noted, that for the purpose of continuous improvement of faculty qualifications as faculty members complete advanced degrees, certification, licenses, etc., the faculty member will send official documentation, within 45 days of hire, to the Office of Human Resources, and the credentialing file in Academic Affairs.

EEOC STATEMENT:

It is the policy of Alabama State University to provide equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.

Federal law requires identity and employment eligibility verification on Form I-9 within three (3) business days of employment.

All positions require the passing of a background check and some the passing of a drug screen.

DISCLAIMER:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the employee in this position. These statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of a person in this position.