Associate Director of Academic and Faculty Affairs - Liberal Studies

Overview

Arts & Science is seeking a dynamic Associate Director of Academic and Faculty Affairs to join Liberal Studies. This individual will lead the Academic and Faculty Affairs team, providing operational oversight and supervising dedicated administrative and staff employees. Manage recruitment activities for adjunct faculty, including credential review, interviewing, hiring, onboarding/orientation, supervision, and evaluation of 50+ adjunct faculty per semester. Review staffing and curricular offerings to determine adjunct hiring needs and manage the adjunct hiring process. Plan and oversee the orientation and onboarding for new adjunct faculty and new full-time faculty. Formulate new policies and procedures in response to changing program needs. Manage selection processes for student academic grants and prizes. Enforce compliance with existing Liberal Studies and University policies and disseminate information on same. Manage processes and procedures associated with violations of academic integrity policies, including conducting hearings. Manage annual update of the Liberal Studies Bulletin. Work with curriculum committee chairs on special projects as assigned.

Required Education:

Master's Degree in Higher Education Administration or a liberal arts discipline.

Preferred Education:

Advanced degree in Higher Education Administration or a liberal arts discipline.

Required Experience:

3+ years experience in academic administration or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must have experience supervising, developing and overseeing the implementation of policies and practices in an academic and/or nonprofit environment. Previous experience teaching college-level courses and familiarity with academic integrity procedures is a plus.

Preferred Experience:

Legal background.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

Excellent interpersonal, analytical, verbal and written communication skills. Ability to interact with all levels of faculty and staff. Excellent planning, management and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $77,000.00 to USD $87,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.