Assistant Dean for Admissions

East Carolina University, United States

Updated: 5 days ago
Location: Greenville, SOUTH CAROLINA
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Position Information


Job Title Assistant Dean for Admissions
Position Number 002070
Vacancy Open to All Candidates
Department AAH SODM SURG Sci Management
Department Homepage https://www.ecu.edu/dental/
Advertising Department DENTAL MEDICINE, SCHOOL OF
Division Academic Affairs
Classification Title
Working Title Assistant Dean for Admissions
Number of Vacancies 1
Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.000
Full Time or Part Time Full Time
Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Commensurate with Qualifications
Position Location (City) Greenville
Position Type Faculty (Teaching)
Job Category Non-Faculty Instructional & Research
Organizational Unit Overview
The School of Dental Medicine is composed of ten administrative offices and four academic departments. The Administrative units include the Offices of the Dean, Vice Dean, Associate Dean for Student Affairs, Associate Dean for Research, Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Associate Dean for Extramural Clinical Practices, Assistant Dean for Dental Education and Informatics, Assistant Dean for Educational Support and Faculty Development, Assistant Dean for Academic Success and the Assistant Dean for Business Operations and Financial Affairs. The four academic departments are Surgical Sciences, Pediatric Dentistry, Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics, General Dentistry and Foundational Sciences.
Included in the mission of the School of Dental Medicine is to educate dental care providers (both dental students and dental residents) and to address the oral health care needs of the underserved population of North Carolina. The School of Dental Medicine meets these missions by operating dental clinics that provide both educational experiences for the dental students and residents and provides dental care to the residents of North Carolina. These clinics occur in both Ross Hall in Greenville, North Carolina, as well as Community Service-Learning Centers located throughout North Carolina. In order to operate these clinics, appropriate dental auxiliaries and clinical staff are needed.
Job Duties
The Assistant Dean for Admissions (AD-A) is responsible for the recruitment, admission, and matriculation of a student body that possesses a passion to serve as dentist-leaders in rural and underserved communities across the State of North Carolina. The AD-A ensures appropriate linkages between the admissions, recruitment, and enrollment processes and the vision, mission and strategic priorities of the School of Dental Medicine. The AD-A works collaboratively with other members in the Office of Student Affairs and reports to the Associate Dean for Student Affairs (AD-SA). The AD-A provides leadership and mentoring for the Director of Admissions, the Admissions Coordinator and student workers.
The AD-A position encompasses teaching and administrative responsibilities. Teaching effort will be 35% and administration effort will be 65%. Specific duties include:
· Working with the Director of Admissions in overseeing the recruitment activities and admissions operations for the DMD program.
· Providing oversight for the Preparing Tomorrows’ Dentists pathway program.
· Developing additional recruitment programs focused on increasing the numbers and quality of applications from mission-aligned students; and investigating grants and other funding resources for supporting these programs.
· Providing general operational oversight for the DMD admissions process, conducting preliminary review of all applications, and serving as Chair of the Admissions Committee.
· Supporting the AD-SA and participating in programs and activities for enrolled students.
· Representing the SoDM in interfacing with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.
· Actively participating in faculty roles such as teaching, scholarly pursuits and providing patient care, and contributing broadly to the mission of the SoDM.
· Performing other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean for Student Affairs or the Dean of the SoDM.
· Fixed term or tenure track position is available at the title/rank of Assistant Professor or higher.
·Contingent upon available funding.
The AD-A works closely with the AD-SA and other administrative team members including department chairs, vice dean, associate/assistant deans, program directors, and University and System colleagues.
Employment in this position provides eligibility to participate in the UNC Optional Retirement Program (ORP) which offers matching employer contributions and employee control of investment choices, along with eligibility to participate in various Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plans (401k, 403b. 457).  This position is not eligible to participate in the NC Teachers’ and State Employees’ Retirement System (TSERS). Additionally, this position offers multiple voluntary options for Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance as well as various supplemental plans including Critical Illness, Flexible Spending Accounts, Cancer, and Disability.
Minimum Education/Experience
Required Qualifications:
· DDS or DMD degree from CODA-accredited institution or equivalent, or doctoral degree in discipline within the SoDM
· Eligibility for faculty appointment within SoDM.
· Minimum of three years of full-time experience in dental education
License or Certification Required by Statute or Regulation
· DDS or DMD degree from CODA-accredited institution or equivalent, or doctoral degree in discipline within the SoDM
Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education
Preferred Qualifications:
· Eligibility for dental licensure in North Carolina
· Experience in admissions and/or student affairs
Special Instructions to Applicant
At the time of employment two to three original letters of reference, official transcripts, a criminal background check, and proper documentation of identity and employability are required.
Applicants must complete a candidate profile by creating an account (see “Create Account” by following the link ) online via the PeopleAdmin system (www.jobs.ecu.edu )
Letters of reference submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system will be verified and considered for meeting this requirement.
As part of the screening process, the references provided may be contacted.
For letters of reference not submitted via the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system, please have the original signed letters mailed to:
Nancy Blackmon (PN002070)
Employee Support Services
ECU School of Dental Medicine
1851 MacGregor Downs Road
Greenville, NC 27834
Questions can be directed to:
Dr. Zachary Schnoor, Search Committee Chair at [email protected]
Additional Instructions to Applicant

In order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.
Job Open Date 11/06/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.
Initial Screening Begins 12/06/2023
Rank Level Professor, Associate Professor, Assistant Professor
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/66372
AA/EOE
East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status.
Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] .
Eligibility for Employment
Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.
Office of Human Resources Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST.

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