Salary: $67,283.00 – $89,823.00 Annually
Location : 800 W University Parkway, Orem
Job Type: FT Exempt Salaried Staff
Job Number: FY2401331
Division: School of the Arts
Department: School of the Arts
Opening Date: 07/28/2023
Closing Date: 8/27/2023 11:59 PM Mountain
First Review Date: 08/12/2023
Required Documents Needed to Apply: Resume
Cover Letter
Applicant Support: 1-855-524-5627
Position Announcement
The UVU School of the Arts seeks an Assistant Dean to serve as a champion for community engagement and outreach across the School of the Arts. Under the direction of the dean of the School of the Arts (SOA), the assistant dean is responsible for providing leadership and operational support services. Through close collaboration with The Museum of Art, The Noorda, the SOA academic units, and the TYE Center, the Assistant Dean will develop and implement strategies focusing on community engagement, fundraising, and SOA brand awareness. The Assistant Dean will
- Build relationships with schools, community groups, studios, businesses, and other entities for the following purposes: recruitment; increasing attendance at performances, exhibitions, and events; facilitating partnerships; creating sponsorships and/or venue rental opportunities.
- Serve as an SOA ambassador to promote the academic programs in the community, ensuring their reputations are well known and establishing relationships with potential employers, donors, and sponsors.
- Work with the academic departments and the executive directors of the Noorda Center and Museum of Art to arrange and coordinate guest and visiting artist experiences, including performances, workshops, lectures, press events, and other engagements to enhance UVU student experiences and as a form of recruitment.
- Strategize, coordinate, and facilitate events where SOA students and faculty teach, conduct demonstrations, or perform in the community, including K-12 schools.
- Coordinate events for K-12 students and teachers on campus to engage with current UVU students and faculty (i.e., workshops, performances, exhibitions).
- Develop, implement, and execute student recruitment strategies.
- Work in partnership with SOA Leadership and Institutional advancement to support their goals.
- Represent the School of the Arts at various functions within the university and in the community.
- Contribute as an integral member of school leadership.
Summary of Responsibilities
- Develops and implements community engagement goals and recruitment strategies across SOA, including strategic plans and objectives. Inform all efforts with considerations for equity, diversity and inclusion.
- In partnership with SOA leadership, initiates and maintains cooperative relationships with industry partners, external constituencies, and businesses as appropriate.
- Works in partnership with SOA leadership and marketing to elevate brand awareness, increase and develop audiences, and enhance engagement.
- Works in partnership with SOA leadership and Institutional Advancement to support institutional fundraising goals. Work with SOA and director of development to facilitate sponsorships and grants.
- Contributes as an integral member of school leadership. Represents the dean at various functions within the university and in the community. Attends and serves as a liaison for the dean on community board and outreach projects, as needed.
- Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduation from an accredited institution with a master’s degree and at least two years of full-time experience related to community engagement in the arts. Experience in higher education preferred. Experience in recruitment preferred.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in higher education preferred. Experience in recruitment preferred.
Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities
Knowledge:
- Knowledge of successful practices related to community engagement in the arts.
- Knowledge of arts organizations/institutions, particularly in higher education.
- Conversant in resources and processes supporting community engagement in the arts.
- Experience with community outreach, including underrepresented populations.
Skills:
- Strategic, analytical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational, planning, and management skills.
- Consultative, interpersonal, and communication skills.
- Skill in researching, producing reports, and making recommendations to guide the thinking and decision-making of administrators, colleagues, and other stakeholders.
- Commitment to the academic and educational goals of the school and university.
Abilities:
- Ability to convey information clearly and effectively to individuals.
- Demonstrated ability to lead and work in a collaborative team environment.
- Ability to work with diverse members of the community.
- Excellent written and oral communication.
- Ability to address issues of equity, diversity, and inclusion.
EEO Statement:
UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Utah Valley University’s dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.
UVU is pleased to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package that supports employees and their family’s overall physical and mental health, protects their income in case of unforeseen illness and life events, and assists in building financial security for retirement and the future.
Highlights from Utah Valley University’s benefits package include:
- Medical network and plan options with low employee premiums
- Employer HSA contribution for those that elect the university’s High-Deductible Health Plan
- Other tax advantage, reimbursement account options (i.e. Flexible Spending Account & Dependent Care)
- Dental and vision plan options
- Incentivized wellness program
- Employer paid basic life, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), and Long Term Disability (LTD) coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(a) Defined Contribution Plan with an employer contribution of 14.2% based on employee’s compensation (100% vested on first day of full-time employment)
- Undergraduate tuition remission benefit waiving up to 18 credit hours (each semester) for employees and their eligible dependents (spouses & children dependents unmarried and up to age 26)
- Generous leave package which includes sick, vacation (staff only), and personal leave; 13 paid holidays; paid medical maternity and parental leave
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Do you meet the minimum requirements for this position as outlined: Graduation from an accredited institution with a master’s degree and at least two years of full-time experience related to community engagement in the arts. Experience in higher education preferred. Experience in recruitment preferred.
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- No
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What is your highest level of education?
- High School or equivalent
- Associates
- Bachelors
- Masters
- Ph.D.
- Ph.D. (abd)
- Juris Doctorate
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How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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- 4-5
- 6-7
- 8+
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