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The College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) at The Pennsylvania State University at University Park, Pennsylvania invites applications for the inaugural position of Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs (ADFA). This position is a full-time academic administrator position that reports directly to the dean, and is part of the dean’s leadership team. The position requires the ability to serve as an adviser to College leaders and faculty on a broad range of faculty-related issues founded on best practices and University policy. Further, this position will represent the College in various University-wide administrative and topic-focused committees and will be the interface between the College and University on a wide range of issues. Success in this role will depend heavily on cooperation with a variety of university offices and on the ability to work collaboratively with others inside the College and across the University. Candidates should have a firm commitment to excellence, experience in college and university service, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, high ethical standards, and strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills. Although the position is a full-time administrative job, the ADFA will also be appointed as a member of the faculty of the College of Information Sciences and Technology commensurate with prior experience. 

The Dean seeks to fill this position with a current full-time tenure-line/tenured Penn State faculty member with a strong commitment to collaborative leadership for faculty affairs, experiences and career advancement. We are looking for an exceptional leader who has familiarity with Penn State policy interpretation and implementation, who is committed to faculty career advancement and mentoring of new faculty, and who has a passion for helping the College achieve higher levels of excellence and accomplishment across all areas of education, research, and service. 

A strong candidate will have: 

• a deep understanding of the mission, goals, administration, organization and operation of a research-intensive university where interdisciplinary collaboration is highly encouraged, particularly as it pertains to faculty recruitment, development, promotion, retention and career advancement; 
• a proven record of working collaboratively and respectfully across organizations to solve complex problems; 
• proven success in conflict management and resolution; 
• experience as an effective instructor of undergraduate and/or graduate courses; 
• demonstrated leadership skills to serve as an adviser to college leaders and faculty on a broad range of faculty-related issues founded on best practices and University policy; 
• a history of working productively with, and advocating for, staff; and the highest level of discretion and integrity given the sensitive nature of many of the responsibilities associated with this position. 

The ADFA is an integral part of the College of IST’s leadership team and will work collaboratively with the Dean, Associate and Assistant Deans, Professors in Charge, Human Resources, and the Office of the Vice Provost for Faculty Affairs, among others, as well as with the Dean’s Office staff. 

Education and Experience: 

Successful candidates must have a terminal degree and will be considered for a tenure-line faculty rank commensurate with their education and experience in accordance with AC21. 

Application Requirements: 

Applicants must include with their application the following materials (it is recommended to upload one document with all materials enclosed): 

• A cover letter describing the candidate’s vision for faculty affairs in an interdisciplinary College such as IST; 
• A curriculum vitae (CV); 
• Contact information of 4-6 professional references. 

The College of Information Sciences and Technology is strongly committed to a diverse community and to providing a welcoming and inclusive environment for faculty, staff and students of all races, genders, and backgrounds. The college is committed to making good faith efforts to recruit, hire, retain, and promote qualified individuals from underrepresented minority groups including women, persons of color, diverse gender identities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans. We invite applicants to address their engagement in or commitment to inclusion, equity, and diversity issues as they relate to broadening participation in the disciplines represented in the college as well as aligning with the mission of the College of IST in a separate statement. 

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Inquiries about the position may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu. 

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Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review at https://www.police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports. 

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. 

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