Faculty Position at Claflin University  

      
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JOB TITLE	Dean, School of Education Division: Academic Affairs
Claflin University	Claflin University, founded in 1869, is recognized as one of the leading institutions of higher education in the southeast.  Claflin University is a comprehensive institution offering undergraduate degrees in 34 areas and three graduate programs, the Master of Business Administration, the Master of Science in Biotechnology, and the Master of Educational Studies. The University serves approximately 1800 students from every region of the United States and 15 countries. U.S.News & World Report, in its 2008 Guidebook to America’s Best Colleges and Universities, ranked Claflin in the Top Tier for the tenth consecutive year (1998-2008). Consumer Digest ranked Claflin University number three in its “Top 5 Best Value” category of Private Colleges and Universities. The Chronicle of Higher Education ranked Claflin University second among “Very Selective” HBCUs in graduation rates as did The Journal of Blacks in Higher Education.
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES	Claflin University invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean, School of Education.  The Dean reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs and is the chief academic and administrative officer for the School of Education (SOE).  The Dean will be a dynamic and visionary leader dedicated to preparing students for leadership and service roles in a multicultural, global, and technological society.  The Dean will guide the School through energetic program and research development to provide high quality programs for educational professionals, fostering collaboration with other departments and schools within the University, and cultivating relationships in the wider educational community
QUALIFICATIONS	The successful candidate must have an earned doctorate from an accredited institution with a successful record of accomplishment in teaching, research and service.  A demonstrated commitment to excellence in standards-based education in k-12 and higher education; successful administrative leadership experience, including program planning, budget management, and experience in distance education; experience with state-level licensure bodies and regional and NCATE accreditation. SALARY:  Commensurate with experience.   Closing Date:  Review of applications will begin immediately.
GENERAL INFORMATION	Position Title:                Dean, School of Education Division:                       School of Education/Academic Affairs Recruitment Pool:         Open to General Public Position Type:   Full-time, Tenure-track, Salaried/Faculty Posting Date:                January 16, 2008 Closing Date:                Open Until Filled Work Days:                  Monday – Friday Working Hours:            8:00 am - 5:00 pm
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:	Candidates should send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, description and elaboration of relevant experience, select publications, an official transcript, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references to: Office of Human Resources Claflin University 400 Magnolia Street, Orangeburg, SC 29115 Fax # 803-531-5818 E-mail: eeasterlin@claflin.edu

Please refer to our web site at: www.claflin.edu/careers/index.htm

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application process should contact the Human Resources Office before the closing date. Office Number: 803-535-5635 Job Line Number: 803-535-5394, TDD Number: 1-800-735-8583.

For more information, please contact:

Ms. Twanda Allen
Human Resource
Asst. Director of Human Resources
Email: tallen@claflin.edu
Phone: (803) 535-5420
Fax: (803)-531-2860

Equal Opportunity Employer