Associate Dean, College of Innovation and Design

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Work type: Faculty, Non-Classified/Professional
Location: Boise, ID
Categories: Internal Opportunities - Boise State University employees only

Position overview:

The Associate Dean is responsible for mentorship, support, and oversight of faculty, staff, and students, and for co-leading the development and success of College of Innovation+Design (CI+D) services and programming.

In partnership with the Dean, the Associate Dean (AD) takes a leadership role in managing the College’s financial, personnel, and programmatic success. They participate in the preparation, administration, and monitoring of the college budget, and supervise College faculty and promotion processes. They provide guidance, support, and mentorship to Dean’s office staff, program directors and staff, and faculty. They handle student conduct concerns and complaints. 

The AD may also assist in assessment and evaluation of programs and personnel; program design, implementation, and assessment; college and committee service; and reporting and policy development when necessary. The AD also maintains and nurtures collaborative relationships across campus and with the larger community

This is an internal opportunity open only to current, benefit-eligible employees of Boise State University.

Essential functions:

The AD will:

  • Participate in visioning, strategic decision making, and creative problem solving for the College and University

  • Support or oversee the development of innovation initiatives and/or programming at the direction of the University President and the Dean of the College

  • Develop and support initiatives empowering the innovation efforts of Boise State students, faculty, and staff

  • Provide strategic and managerial oversight for the short and long-term health of programs

  • Cultivate and maintain a supportive culture within the college

  • With the leadership team, collaboratively make budgeting decisions 

  • Participate with the leadership team on the recruitment, appointment, and orientation of faculty and staff for the College

  • Oversee evaluation and promotion processes for College faculty

  • Participate in reporting efforts on behalf of the College

  • Support the College’s nascent research portfolio, in collaboration with partners in the Division of Research and Economic Development

  • Engage and build relationships with donors and/or the University Foundation when requested

  • Engage and build relationships with industry and community partners in ways that benefit the College and University

  • Navigate institutional processes and serve on committees as needed to achieve the strategic mission of the college

  • Act on behalf of the Dean as necessary

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:
  • Excellent collaboration, coordination, and organizational skills

  • Strong leader and developer of people and their abilities

  • Able to creatively respond to challenges and conflicts

  • Coordinates faculty, staff, program directors, university administration, and the Dean to establish and implement the strategic plan, mission, goals, and expected outcomes of the College

  • Accountable for policy development, revision, administration, and compliance as it relates to the profession and academic programs

  • Provides leadership and administration of programs and services and implementation of new programming

  • Demonstrates skill with budgeting and strategic planning

Department overview:

CI+D both incubates new academic programs for Boise State University and coordinates/leads strategic innovation initiatives for the President’s Office and campus at large. 

CI+D identifies emerging areas of innovation on campus and in the modern workplace, ensuring that Boise State University students receive the most dynamic, applied, and relevant educational experiences Idaho has to offer. Especially focused on programs at the nexus of creativity, design thinking, digital skills, and entrepreneurialism, our students leave the university with the tools they need to build the life they want. 

We also nourish faculty and staff excellence throughout the university. Our colleagues bring their genius, leadership, and expertise to building a university focused on creative problem solving, collaboration, and community building. We use our resources to support them.

About Boise State:

Nestled along the Boise River and steps from the state capitol, Boise State University fosters a vibrant and welcoming academic environment that fuels student and employee success. We’re a trailblazing institution, nationally recognized for our innovative spirit and commitment to positive impact on Idaho and beyond.

We’re building a thriving community of faculty and staff whose unique skills, experiences, and perspectives come together to create a rich and rewarding academic experience. Applications from all backgrounds are welcomed.

Learn more about faculty careers at Boise State and the City of Boise.

Minimum qualifications:
  • Master's Degree in relevant field

  • Higher Education administrative experience

  • Knowledge of pedagogy and curriculum development

Preferred qualifications:
  • PHD in relevant field

  • Minimum of three years teaching or administrative experience

  • Demonstrated competency to serve in an administrative capacity

  • Demonstrated excellence in research and teaching experience

  • Experience with launching a new initiative, successfully or unsuccessfully

  • Knowledge of Boise State University processes preferred

Required application materials:
  • Cover letter

  • Resume or CV

  • Contact information for three professional references

Closing Date: 

Position will close for new applicants on Saturday, May 31st, 2025.

For questions regarding this position, please contact Cara Van Sant, caravansant@boisestate.edu.

Salary and Benefits:

Salary starts at $130,000 and is commensurate with experience. 

This is a 12-month position. This is a yearly, renewable contract, unless noted that the position is temporary. More information about faculty contract and work days is available here

Boise State University provides a best-in-class benefits package, including (but not limited to):

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