Assoc Dean, Org Climate & WB

Assoc Dean, Org Climate & WB

Salary

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Location

Richland County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

9827493

Agency

University of South Carolina

Opening Date

09/15/2026

Closing Date

10/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

UD11

Position Number:

9827493

Normal Work Schedule:

Monday - Friday (8:30 - 5:00)

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

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Veteran Preference Statement

South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.

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Job Responsibilities

Assoc Dean, Org Climate & WB

Department: SOMG School of Medicine Greenville

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Salary commensurate with qualifications

About UofSC

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelors degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service - helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

The Associate Dean for Organizational Climate and Well-Being is a senior leader within the medical school responsible for advancing a thriving, inclusive, and high-performing academic community. This role provides strategic leadership for initiatives that strengthen institutional culture, workforce engagement, accessibility, and professional fulfillment across the medical school.

Serving concurrently as Executive Director for Institutional Climate and Culture, the Associate Dean provides counsel on organizational dynamics affecting faculty, staff, and learners, and guides efforts that promote a positive organizational culture, belonging, and excellence across the institution.

The Associate Dean for Organizational Climate and Well-Being and oversees strategic initiatives aligned with the offices core pillars: Institutional Climate and Culture; Compliance, Accessibility, & Organizational Fairness; Well-Being; Engagement; and Leadership, Team, and Professional Development and Training. Working collaboratively with departments, programs, and institutional partners, the Assistant Dean helps ensure that the medical school fosters an environment where all members of the community can thrive and contribute fully to the missions of education, research, clinical care, and service.

Required Education and Experience

• Masters degree in education, public administration, or related field and 6 years related experience in higher education and related programs.
• Demonstrated experience in academic medicine, healthcare organizations, higher

education, or related environments.

• Experience contributing to initiatives related to organizational culture, well-being,

workforce engagement, inclusive excellence, and/or leadership development.

• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders across faculty, staff, and trainee

communities.

• Demonstrated effectiveness in navigating complex and sensitive situations prioritizing

confidentiality.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience working in a school of medicine pursuing relevant topics.
• Relevant leadership experience and ability to develop and mentor team members
• Extensive graduate level preparation having obtained a terminal/professional degree in

a relevant field (i.e. PhD, JD, MD, etc.).

• Experience leading institutional culture change initiatives or complex organizational

improvement efforts.

• Experience using climate or engagement data to guide strategy and program

development.

• Evidence of scholarship, innovation, or program leadership related to well-being,

organizational effectiveness, and/or inclusive excellence.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Job Close Date

10/29/2026

Special Instructions to Applicant

Positions are advertised for a minimum of forty-five (45) days on our job website. After forty-five (45) days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.

To apply, please visit: https://apptrkr.com/9827493

EEO Statement

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities on the basis of race, sex, gender, gender identity, transgender status, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, genetics, protected veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions.

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Benefits for State Employees

The state of South Carolina offers eligible employees generous benefits, including health and dental insurance; retirement and savings plan options; and paid vacation and sick leave. Plus, work-life balance programs such as telecommuting and flexible work schedules are available to employees of some state agencies.

Insurance Benefits

Eligible employees may enroll in health insurance, which includes prescription coverage and wellness benefits. Other available insurance benefits include dental, vision, term life insurance, long term disability and flexible spending accounts for health and child care expenses.

Retirement Benefits

State employees are also offered retirement plan options, including defined benefit and defined contribution plans. Additionally, eligible employees may elect to participate in the South Carolina Deferred Compensation Program, which is a voluntary, supplemental retirement savings plan offering 401(k) and 457 plan options.

Workplace Benefits

State employees may also be eligible for other benefits, including tuition assistance; holiday, annual and sick leave; and discounts on purchases, travel and more.

Note: The benefits above are available to most state employees, with the exception of those in temporary positions. Employees in temporary grant and time-limited positions may be eligible for all, some or none of these benefits as benefits are associated with each position type. For these positions, contact the hiring agency to determine what benefits may be available.

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency University of South Carolina Address Division of Human Resources

Columbia, South Carolina, 29208

Phone 803-777-3821

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