Associate Dean for Accreditation and Operations

Title: Associate Dean for Accreditation and Operations
Division Name: Academic Affairs
Department: Dean of Business
Campus Location: Normal, IL

The Associate Dean for Accreditation and Operations (ADAO) for the College of Business (COB) is a full-time Administrative Professional position reporting to the Dean of the College of Business. The Associate Dean for Accreditation and Operations oversees the College of Business's everyday operations, technology, finance and budgets, accreditation, and assurance of learning.

Benefit-Eligible Employees

University Benefit Highlights:

- Insurance benefits, including health, dental, vision, and life
- Retirement and supplemental retirement planning options
- Tuition waiver benefits available to staff as well as their eligible dependents
- Paid holiday/administrative closures during Thanksgiving and Winter Breaks
- Paid benefit time

Additional University Benefit information, including information regarding eligibility to participate in the State Universities Retirement System and the State of Illinois Group Insurance program, can be reviewed here: https://hr.illinoisstate.edu/benefits/

$19,000 - $20,000 per month

1. A Tenured Associate or Tenured Full Professor in the College of Business at Illinois State University

1. The ability to foster collaboration and make effective decisions in complex situations.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication to convey ideas, manage conflict, and build relationships with diverse stakeholders.
3. A clear understanding of the business school's goals and the ability to develop and implement strategic plans.
4. Knowledge of budgeting, resource allocation, and financial management to ensure the efficient operation of the business school.
5. Willingness to work effectively with other departments within the university, alumni, and industry partners to build strong external relationships.
6. Ability to navigate changing market trends, new technologies, and evolving educational needs.
7. Ability to create and use complex spreadsheets and databases.
8. Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills to complete large volumes of work.
9. Ability to complete multiple, complex projects simultaneously.

Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Must be able to complete the following with or without a reasonable accommodation:
1. Remain at a workstation for extended periods
2. Move about in various locations on and off campus as needed to complete day-to-day work
3. Effectively communicate on a daily basis

July 1, 2025

Resume, Cover Letter, Reference List

Please Note: These documents are required to be submitted online in order to complete the application process. Please have these documents ready prior to clicking on "Apply"

Dr. Ajay Samant
Dean, College of Business
309-438-2251

This position is subject to a criminal background investigation and if applicable, an employment history review, based on University Policy 3.1.30 and any offer of employment is contingent upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation and/or an employment history review. You may not begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been received and cleared by Human Resources.

Illinois State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) or other state or federal law you may request an accommodation by contacting the Office of Equal Opportunity and Access at (309) 438-3383. The Office of Equal Opportunity and Access will hold any confidential information you provide in confidence.

If you are having difficulty accessing the system, please call Human Resources at (309) 438-8311.