Title: Assistant Dean, Program Execution

Employee Classification: Program Director

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Applied&Collab Studies

Department: UNT-Applied&Collaborative Studies-135331

Job Location: Frisco

Salary: Salary Commensurate with Experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu .

Department Summary

UNT at Frisco is a branch of the University of North Texas located in Frisco, TX with the purpose of supporting the exponential population growth projected in Collin County and the greater North Texas region. UNT at Frisco is the second home to 42+ academic departments from 7 different academic colleges at UNT that provide courses to support undergraduate and graduate student progression to graduation in the 16 undergraduate and 10 graduate degree programs offered in Frisco.

Position Overview

The Assistant Dean position manages and directs staff who manage campus-level data, scheduling, and program execution and excellence. The position evaluates relevant data to recommend program offerings in Frisco, to engage in scheduling as an enrollment strategy, to advocate for academic and program-level support as needs arise and evolve, and develops and implements a campus retention plan that considers program offerings as a holistic enterprise (marketing, course rotation, programming, advising, and other supports required for success) in collaboration with the soon-to-be-established student-facing academic Program Director and our student services team in Frisco.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in related field and five years' of closely related professional experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to plan and conceptualize and make sound business decisions.
• Must exercise considerable independent and professional judgment in matters of significance.
• Strong presentation, problem solving and critical thinking skills.
• Strong planning and project management skills; ability to organize and execute multi-stage projects with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to incorporate creativity and originality in developing strategies and solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations verbally and in writing.
• Ability to find/identify and evaluate relevant data.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships, including resolving and de-escalating conflict.
• Proficiency in MS Excel
• Significant experience with EIS, Courseleaf, Navigate EAB or other similar scheduling and student success platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in related field and 8 years of closely related professional experience; experience in advising, enrollment (registrar/scheduling or admissions), and accreditation are preferred, but any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience will work.
• Extensive knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
• Extensive knowledge of Texas rules and regulations related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).
• Requires knowledge of and willingness to use qualitative and quantitative data, as it pertains to higher education, retention, and institutional effectiveness, including the creation of outcomes, assessment methods and instruments (as needed), as well as data analysis, and utilization of reporting results.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties:

• 20% - Professional Collaboration: - Cultivates and maintains relationships with appropriate stakeholders. Represents the branch campus on committees and to university units (including Administration, Admissions, Registrar, Advising Services, etc.) and divisions as needed for creative, collaborative problem-solving and innovative developments. - Works with various stakeholders and serves on appropriate committees to achieve department and university goals and ensure effective and efficient operations and implementation of policy and practice (e.g., UNTF Advisors meetings, internal advisory board, UNTF graduate council, etc.). - Cultivates and maintains relationships with appropriate stakeholders including but not limited to colleges, departments, and other advisors; UNT at Frisco administrators, faculty, and advisors; UNT System and facilities and space management; key personnel in the Division of Enrollment; and the UNT at Frisco Student Services team. - (Essential)
• 40% - Administration & Processes: - Directs or designs and implements a variety of processes, systems, and resources relevant to UNT at Frisco to meet campus and system-wide strategic initiatives. - Offers guidance and direction to direct reports, stakeholders, and collaborators on more complex issues. - Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area. - Oversees the development, revisions, and administration of policies, procedures and processes that affect the programs and scheduling for the UNT at Frisco campus. - Ensures that university leadership and the campus community comply with relevant and applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations. - Directs all UNT at Frisco scheduling (currently at 370+ sections per semester), including strategic implementation of complementary programs and minors to effect scheduling stability, student success, and program growth; individual oversight and approval of each course scheduled or removed from the schedule in Frisco; manual assignment of classrooms for each course; coordination with all UNT academic units for implementation, maintenance, and logistical support of program and course offerings; maintenance of updated classroom records with respect to technology, condition, and suitability for specific classes and events; and development of class schedules that incorporate new programs regularly and allow for enrollment growth while minimizing student class conflicts (e.g., scheduling courses for the same program consecutively or at the same time of day each day to increase enrollment). - Develops appropriate assessments and metrics for tracking and evaluating scheduling success, including but not limited to course enrollments. - Evaluates data regularly to ensure ongoing improvement. complementary programs and minors to effect scheduling stability, student success, and program growth; individual oversight and approval of each course scheduled or removed from the schedule in Frisco; manual assignment of classrooms for each course; coordination with all UNT academic units for implementation, maintenance, and logistical support of program and course offerings; maintenance of updated classroom records with respect to technology, condition, and suitability for specific classes and events; and development of class schedules that incorporate new programs regularly and allow for enrollment growth while minimizing student class conflicts (e.g., scheduling courses for the same program consecutively or at the same time of day each day to increase enrollment). - Develops appropriate assessments and metrics for tracking and evaluating scheduling success, including but not limited to course enrollments. - Evaluates data regularly to ensure ongoing improvement. - (Essential)
• 20% - Strategic Thinking: - Leverages and maintains campus data (qualitative and quantitative) in accordance with desired outcomes of the institution and other UNT divisions we collaborate with in the service of implementing positive changes over time and improving the student experience. - Provides accurate and timely reporting and makes strategic recommendations for improving academic processes, program execution, student engagement and retention, increasing enrollment and program offerings through collaboration with other UNT units and colleges, more effective course scheduling, and other enhancements to faculty, staff, and student service that positively impact retention and success for all of these stakeholders. - Balances current needs with future-oriented planning and development. - (Essential)
• 20% - Leadership: - Directs project focus and activities of a cross-functional team that supports UNT at Frisco faculty, staff, and students who are navigating complex and challenging situations. - The job has full supervisory responsibilities, contributing to the motivation/development of a team through professional leadership, including setting objectives, coaching employees in pursuit of those objectives, appraisal of performance, and determination of reward. - Responsible for modeling and fostering a positive, collaborative, engaging culture. - Oversees and manages budgets connected with reporting structure and relevant outcomes in the service of these leadership responsibilities. - Hires, manages, develops, and evaluates staff, providing work direction and guidance for professional development and engagement. - (Essential)

Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

Benefits:

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EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.