Associate Dean of Design & Production

Located in Winston Salem, UNCSA is a conservatory and one of the 17 constituent institutions of the University of North Carolina system. The university community consists of more than 1,200 students ranging from middle school to graduate school. The school of Design & Production is one of the five collegiate level training programs (along with Drama, Dance, Music and Film). The school has 321 students, 32 full time faculty and 12 adjuncts.

The Associate Dean of the UNCSA School of Design and Production will serve as the principal deputy to the Dean. They will support the Dean in defining and implementing an overall vision for the school as a national leader for training Technical Artists to successfully work in various entertainment outlets, including live theater, film and television, and global entertainment. The Associate Dean serves as a managerial and administrative bridge between the Dean, the faculty, and the students, ensuring that the organization's day-to-day operations run smoothly and are in service to the mission, vision, and values. In addition, the Associate Dean will support the organization in ongoing curriculum revision to adapt and evolve to the rapidly changing environment of the global entertainment industry. The Associate Dean must have sufficient knowledge of industry trends to enable stronger cohesion of curricular initiatives around preparing students for successful entry into the industry.

* Assists in managing the staff and operations of the Dean's Office.

* Accountable for managing the day-to-day operations of D&P, including the materials and equipment, faculty, and facilities.

* Responsible for managing the Student and Faculty orientation and onboarding.

* Oversees SACS Accreditation and Assessment processes throughout D&P.

* Temporarily assumes the responsibilities of the Dean in their absence.

* Produces necessary reports and supporting documentation for the credentialing of incoming faculty as required.

* Course and classroom Scheduling

* Provides the necessary support to faculty and students' adherence to organizational and administrative policies

* Provides unbiased support for issues between students, faculty, and the administration.

Five years prior experience in a management capacity.

Bachelor's degree in a related field.

Proven track record managing the people and operations of an organization of similar or greater size.

Prior office and administrative management

Familiarity with the academic setting and production environment.

Mild temperament, open mind, and unbiased approach to people management and problem-solving.

Strong attention to detail, especially regarding administrative paperwork and policy.

Prior experience and proven capacities working in global entertainment and adjacent industries.

This is an EHRA non-faculty position. PLEASE NOTE: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment. Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be completed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered. Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations WILL result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position. Other materials may be requested at a later time. Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

The University of North Carolina School of the Arts is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants are welcome to apply without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, National Guard, or veteran status.

EEO Contact Information
Applicants needing assistance with the application process are asked to contact: suttonar@uncsa.edu