Dean
College of Professional and Continuing Studies
Adelphi University invites nominations and applications for the position of dean of its College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS). We seek a proven, inspirational and collaborative leader capable of bringing a bold, creative vision as well as strong organizational and management skills to the position.
Adelphi University, New York, is a highly awarded, nationally ranked, powerfully connected doctoral research university dedicated to transforming students’ lives through small classes with world-class faculty, hands-on learning and innovative ways to support academic and career success. Adelphi offers exceptional liberal arts and sciences programs and professional training, with particular strength in our Core Four—Arts and Humanities, STEM and Social Sciences, the Business and Education Professions, and Health and Wellness. Recognized as a Best College by U.S. News & World Report, Adelphi is Long Island’s oldest private coeducational university, serving more than 7,250 students at its beautiful main campus in Garden City, at learning hubs in Manhattan, the Hudson Valley and Suffolk County, and online. The University offers students 79 undergraduate programs, more than 84 master’s degree and doctoral programs, and 63 certificate programs in the liberal arts, the sciences and professional training. With powerful partnerships throughout the New York area, more than 119,000 graduates across the country, a growing enrollment of students from 43 states and 72 countries, and rising rankings from top publications and organizations, Adelphi is a dynamic community that plays a leadership role on Long Island and in the region.
The College of Professional and Continuing Studies
The College of Professional and Continuing Studies was established in 1973 as the Adult Baccalaureate Learning Experience (ABLE) to help working adults obtain a college degree. Over the years, the program was housed in University College and in the summer of 2017, was renamed the College of Professional and Continuing Studies.
Dean, College of Professional and Continuing Studies—Position Summary and Priorities
Reporting to the provost, the dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies (CPCS) will lead the College through a period of continued expansion of its educational programs and administer all aspects of the College’s programs including instructional and support services. The dean of CPCS will oversee development and implementation of online programs in collaboration with the deans and faculty in schools and colleges across the University. The dean will lead the expansion of the College’s programs and chart an aggressive agenda for future educational opportunities to make an Adelphi education accessible to nontraditional students from all backgrounds.
Leadership Priorities
The next dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies will have the charge to make a significant and lasting impact on the College’s future. Specific priorities for the next dean of the College of Professional and Continuing Studies include, but are not limited to:
Candidate Desired Qualities and Qualifications
To best serve Adelphi University, the ideal candidate will have many of the following professional qualifications and personal characteristics:
Experience/Knowledge in the Field
Collaboration, Management and Organizational Skills
Information for Candidates
This position is anticipated to begin in the Summer of 2025.
In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is $190,000 - $230,000. Adelphi University considers factors such as departmental budgets, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. An annual base salary higher than the range may be warranted in circumstances where a candidate has demonstrable equivalent prior higher education experience at another University.
Adelphi University provides a comprehensive benefit package for faculty and staff employees. For a list of benefits provided to employees, please click here.
For best consideration, please send all nominations, inquiries, expressions of interest, completed applications, including a cover letter and curriculum vitae, in confidence electronically to the search committee: AdelphiCPCSDean@adelphi.edu.
Adelphi University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all candidates, including people of color and those who are, or identify as, members of any marginalized, underserved or underrepresented group. Adelphi is an emerging Hispanic serving institution so bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply. Here is our University statement on diversity: https://www.adelphi.edu/diversity-equity-inclusion/about/.