Assistant Dean for Arts & Humanities Education

21-Nov-2024

Assistant Dean for Arts & Humanities Education

Faculty of Arts and Sciences

67453BR

Position Description

Reporting to the Dean for the Arts & Humanities Division of FAS, this role serves as a key member of the Dean's Senior Staff, providing strategic direction, leadership, and guidance for both undergraduate and graduate education for the Arts & Humanities. 
 

Job Specific Responsibilities:

Strategic Planning. In consultation with the Divisional Dean and A&H faculty, responsible for setting the strategic direction and leadership to undergraduate and graduate education for the Arts & Humanities, spearheading initiatives consistent with strategic planning outcomes.
 

Supervision.  Indirectly supervises and coordinates the assistant directors of education across the division, including but not limited to positions in Philosophy, Religion, and Theater, Dance and Media and Ethnic, Migration, Rights.
 

Undergraduate Curricular Innovation. Drive and direct initiatives and innovations in the undergraduate curriculum, fostering interdisciplinary collaborations within the Arts & Humanities, and between disciplines housed across the FAS, and other schools at Harvard.
 

Direct the creation and implementation a set of core humanities courses, from developing the concept to finished curriculum, ensuring course are innovative, engaging, and aligned with academic standards. Develop and implement assessment strategies.
 

Teaching. Teach two courses per year, to be determined in consultation with the Dean.
 

Faculty Advising. In consultation with OUE, Registrar, the Bok Center and Faculty Affairs, provide strategic guidance and support to A&H faculty members, ensuring alignment with educational goals and institutional policies, while fostering professional development and enhancing overall teaching effectiveness. Facilitate communication between faculty, the division, and the college addressing academic concerns, and assisting in the planning and implementation of curriculum and instructional initiatives. Develop and implement training for staff, faculty, TAs/TFs, and other academics.
 

Direct the evaluation, development, and implementation of administrative systems and processes to enhance course effectiveness and maximize faculty and student engagement to support humanistic learning. 
 

Direct comprehensive reporting and analysis related to operations, performance measurement, and continuous improvement of initiatives, ensuring that data-driven decisions inform strategic planning and enhance educational outcomes.
 

Act as a representative at the department and school level; represent university to external constituencies, including but not limited to the Mignone Center for Career Success, donors, alumni, and student employers.
 

Ensure compliance with University policies and procedures and applicable legal rules and regulations.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
• Minimum of 10 years’ relevant work experience
• Supervisory experience

Additional Qualifications and Skills

PhD degree or equivalent work experience required, as this position requires a concurrent appointment as a lecturer in one of the A&H departments. The incumbent will teach in a foundational humanities course. Minimum of 12 years experience with student advising, teaching, and participation in strategic planning, supervisory experience. 

Extensive experience in undergraduate humanities teaching; experience working with faculty and leading faculty committees.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting using near vision use for reading and computer use for extended periods of time
• Lifting (approximately 20 to 30 pounds), bending, and other physical exertion

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in an office setting

Additional Information

We regret that we will not be able to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

All formal written offers will be made by FAS Human Resources.
 

Work Format Details

This position is based primarily on-campus, in Massachusetts. This may include in-person during emergency situations (if applicable). Additional details will be discussed during the interview process. Certain visa types may limit work location. Individuals must meet work location sponsorship requirements prior to employment.

Benefits

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• Paid Time Off: 3-4 weeks of accrued vacation time per year (3 weeks for support staff and 4 weeks for administrative/professional staff), 12 accrued sick days per year, 12.5 holidays plus a Winter Recess in December/January, 3 personal days per year (prorated based on date of hire), and up to 12 weeks of paid leave for new parents who are primary care givers.
• Health and Welfare: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, disability and life insurance programs, along with voluntary benefits. Most coverage begins as of your start date.
• Work/Life and Wellness: Child and elder/adult care resources including on campus childcare centers, Employee Assistance Program, and wellness programs related to stress management, nutrition, meditation, and more.
• Retirement: University-funded retirement plan with contributions from 5% to 15% of eligible compensation, based on age and earnings with full vesting after 3 years of service.
• Tuition Assistance Program: Competitive program including $40 per class at the Harvard Extension School and reduced tuition through other participating Harvard graduate schools.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Program that provides 75% to 90% reimbursement up to $5,250 per calendar year for eligible courses taken at other accredited institutions.
• Professional Development: Programs and classes at little or no cost, including through the Harvard Center for Workplace Development and LinkedIn Learning.
• Commuting and Transportation: Various commuter options handled through the Parking Office, including discounted parking, half-priced public transportation passes and pre-tax transit passes, biking benefits, and more.
• Harvard Facilities Access, Discounts and Perks: Access to Harvard athletic and fitness facilities, libraries, campus events, credit union, and more, as well as discounts to various types of services (legal, financial, etc.) and cultural and leisure activities throughout metro-Boston.

Job Function

Faculty & Student Services

Department Office Location

USA - MA - Cambridge

Job Code

S0560M FSS Academic Affairs Mgt VI

Work Format

On-Site

Sub-Unit

Arts and Humanities

Salary Grade

060

Department

Arts and Humanities Division

Union

00 - Non Union, Exempt or Temporary

Time Status

Full-time

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