Position Information Posting NumberSRGV8070 Working TitleASSOCIATE DEAN FOR ACADEMIC AFFAIRS - SCHOOL OF OPTOMETRY Number of Vacancies1 LocationEdinburg, Texas DepartmentSchool of Optometry FTE1.0 FLSAExempt Scope of Job The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs ( ADAA ) at UT Rio Grande Valley ( UTRGV ) School of Optometry has an essential role in the school and is responsible for overseeing all academic, curricular functions. This position is integral to the establishment and management of the optometry program. This individual will help establish a curriculum designed to focus on problem-based aptitudes of the students within the program. The ADAA will develop and monitor curricular courses, assessment processes, faculty and student scheduling, and academic/professional standards of the school, ensuring alignment with the institution’s policies. The ADAA will work closely with the Dean in developing the mission, goals and objectives of the school. In addition, they will work with the executive team of the UTRGV School of Optometry in developing policies and procedures for the school. Description of Duties + Oversee all academic functions at UTRGV School of Optometry. + Design, develop, manage, and provide oversight of the curriculum, faculty and student schedules. + Provide course content guidance and validation. + Develop academic policies and procedures to include academic standards, professional standards, successful academic progress, and remediation. + Implement and execute the academic and clinical program. + Assume the responsibilities of the Dean in the absence of the Dean. + Aid in recruitment, retention and development of faculty members. + Deliver administrative guidance to faculty committees. + Prepare data regarding the school’s academic program to accreditation agencies and the Association for Schools and Colleges of Optometry. + Serve as liaison to various local, state, and national optometry organizations. + Work closely with Strategic Enrollment and Student Affairs in student recruitment, admission, and management. + Help with the integration of the didactic and clinical programs. + Provide oversight of school budgetary requests and daily budget review. + The Associate Dean of Academic Affairs will be assigned classroom teaching duties and/or clinical services duties on a regular basis as directed by the Dean of the School of Optometry. + Perform other duties as assigned. Supervision Received General supervision from assigned supervisor. Supervision Given Direct supervision of assigned staff. Required Education Doctor of Optometry degree (O.D.) from an ACOE -accredited institution or a clinical equivalent. Preferred Education N/A Licenses/Certifications Eligible for optometric licensure in the State of Texas Required Experience + Three (3) years demonstrated health professional school and / or academic leadership work experience in higher education, with a strong preference for academic leadership experience + Advanced academic degree or optometry residency/fellowship trained Solid understanding of the profession of Optometry and its role in the local, regional and national healthcare environment + Comprehensive administrative skills including attention to detail, communication, supervision, and fiscal responsibility + Experience in interprofessional healthcare education + Expertise in higher education teaching and background in evolving pedagogical approaches to learning Preferred Experience Academic leadership experience in a school of optometry. Equipment Use of standard office equipment. Working Conditions Needs to be able to successfully perform all required duties. Work is performed primarily in a general office environment. Some travel and weekend work is required. UTRGV is a distributed institution, which may require presence at multiple locations throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Other Exceptional planning and organizational skills. Physical Capabilities Employment CategoryFull-Time Minimum SalaryCommensurate with Experience Posted SalaryCommensurate with Experience Position Available Date02/11/2025 Grant Funded PositionNo If Yes, Provide Grant Expiration Date Posting Detail Information EEO Statement It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status. In accordance with the requirements of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, as amended, our University is committed to comply with all government requirements and ensures non-discrimination in its education programs and activities, including employment. We encourage women, minorities and differently abled persons to apply for employment positions of interest. Special Instructions to Applicants Dear Applicant, Human Resources will not be held responsible for redacting any confidential information from the documents you attach with your application. The confidential information includes the following: *Date of Birth *Social Security Number *Gender *Ethnicity/Race Please make sure that you omit this information prior to submission. We are advising that Human Resources will be forwarding your application to the department as per your submission. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at (956)665-2451 and/or careers@utrgv.edu. Additional Information UTRGV is a distributed location institution and working location is subject to change based on need. All UTRGV employees are required to have a criminal background check ( CBC ). Incomplete applications will not be considered. Substitutions to the above requirements must have prior approval from the VP of HR & Talent Development . Quick Linkhttps://careers.utrgv.edu/postings/46025 Posting Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Are you a current UTRGV employee? + Yes + No + * Are you now, or previously, employed by The University of Texas System or any of its institutions? + Yes - I currently am employed by the UT System or its institutions + Yes - I have previously been employed by the UT System or its institutions + No - I have never been employed by the UT System or its institutions + * Please select your highest level of completed education. + 6th grade education + 10th grade education + High School Diploma or GED + Associates Degree, Technical, or Trade School Degree/Certification or 60 Hours of College Hours + Bachelors Degree from an accredited university + Masters Degree from an accredited university + Ph. D. or other terminal degree from an accredited university + None of the above + * Please provide the field of study for your education: (Open Ended Question) + * Please indicate the number of years of work experience you have directly related to the position in which you are applying for: + Less than 1 year + 1 year + 2 years + 3 years + 4 years + 5 years + 6 years + 7 years + 8 years + 9 years + 10 years + Over 10 years + * Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position? + Yes + No Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume Optional Documents + Cover Letter/Letter of Application + Curriculum Vitae + Unofficial Transcripts + Reference Letter 1 + Reference Letter 2 + Reference Letter 3 + Certifications and Licenses + Training Certificates + Other Document + List of 3 References + Unofficial Transcripts 2 + Unofficial Transcripts 3 + Letter of Interest + Unofficial Graduate Transcripts + Additional Document