Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences

Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

York County, SC

Job Type

FTE - Full-Time

Job Number

191902

Agency

York Technical College

Opening Date

08/18/2026

Closing Date

9/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Class Code:

UD14

Position Number:

61134872/021158

Normal Work Schedule:

Other

Normal Work Schedule (Other):

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

Pay Grade

Unclassified

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Agency Specific Application Procedures:

Please apply online, taking care to complete the state application with all work history and education. Incomplete applications will be disqualified and will not be reviewed to determine if an applicant has met the qualifications for the position. Supplemental questions are considered part of your official application.

Veteran Preference Statement

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

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Job Responsibilities

York Technical College, a member of the South Carolina Technical and Comprehensive Education System, is a public, two-year institution of higher education that offers a variety of associate degrees, diplomas, and certificates. Through maximizing student success, the College seeks to contribute to the economic growth and development of York, Lancaster, and Chester counties and of the State.

The Associate Dean of Arts and Sciences performs the following functions:

Academic Program Planning and Area Administration - Leads short- and long-term planning for the Arts and Sciences area and assigned departments by establishing academic program outcomes, operational priorities, procedures, timelines, and performance criteria. Monitors progress toward established goals, identifies needed adjustments, and coordinates implementation of departmental, divisional, and institutional initiatives. Supervises full-time and adjunct faculty and staff, provides ongoing guidance, promotes professional development, and completes required performance-management processes.

Curriculum and Instructional Leadership - Provides College-wide curriculum leadership in assigned disciplines. Promotes quality instruction through traditional and alternative delivery methods, off-campus learning experiences, and the effective use of instructional technology. Coordinates faculty, course, and facility scheduling and performs teaching or other instructional duties as needed.

Student Advocacy and Academic Support - Serves as an escalation point for complex student concerns involving instruction, academic progress, faculty interactions, and departmental practices. Meets with students, reviews relevant information, interprets applicable policies and procedures, and coordinates with faculty and College offices to support equitable and timely outcomes. Identifies recurring concerns and recommends improvements that support student achievement, retention, and completion.

Institutional Initiatives and Academic Governance - Leads and contributes to assigned College-wide initiatives, committees, and academic governance activities. Chairs the General Education Committee and BCAS Placement Team, coordinates committee priorities and activities, and ensures timely follow-through on decisions and action items. Provides academic and operational guidance to off-campus centers, the QEP/Supplemental Instruction Team, Placement Committee, BCAS Leadership Team, and other groups as assigned. Evaluates administrative systems affecting assigned areas and recommends improvements to strengthen academic operations and service delivery.

Fiscal and Resource Management - Participates in the development and monitoring of budgets for assigned areas and provides guidance to ensure appropriate expenditures. Oversees the maintenance, security, and appropriate use of facilities, supplies, and equipment within assigned areas.

Minimum and Additional Requirements

• Master's degree in a discipline taught within the Arts and Sciences area or a master's degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in a discipline taught within the Arts and Sciences area. Disciplines taught include humanities, mathematics, sciences, English and foreign languages, and fine arts.
• At least three years of experience in a related field; teaching experience or training in a related field.
• Demonstrated leadership ability emphasizing teaching, learning, and achieving student goals.

Additional Comments

Applicants indicating degree(s) on the application are required to provide unofficial copies of transcripts in the application process and official transcript upon hire.

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.

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Do you have a Master's degree in a discipline taught within the Arts and Sciences area or a master's degree in a related field with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in a discipline taught within the Arts and Sciences area? Disciplines taught include humanities, mathematics, sciences, English and foreign languages, and fine arts.

• Yes
• No

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Do you have at least three years of experience in a related field; teaching experience or training in a related field?

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer State of South Carolina

Agency York Technical College Address 452 S. Anderson Road

Rock Hill, South Carolina, 29730

Phone 803-981-7183

The language used in this document does not create an employment contract between the employee and the agency. This document does not create any contractual rights or entitlements. The agency reserves the right to revise the content of this document, in whole or in part. No promises or assurances, whether written or oral, which are contrary to or inconsistent with the terms of this paragraph create any contract of employment.