This role conducts in-depth reviews of academic personnel cases, including faculty appointments, promotions, and retentions, and provides expert recommendations to CDSS leadership. It also oversees leave requests, recall appointments, and policy compliance. As a policy expert, the incumbent advises leadership, trains staff, develops processes, and recommends improvements. Strong analytical, writing, and strategic planning skills are essential.

This position is responsible for reviewing, analyzing, and preparing academic personnel cases, with a focus on Senate and non-Senate faculty appointments, promotions, and retention. The incumbent provides recommendations to the CDSS director of academic and staff human resources, drafts dean’s letters, and ensures compliance with relevant policies. They also advise leadership, train staff on academic personnel processes, and develop procedures to improve efficiency. Additionally, they stay informed on policy changes, handle special projects, and engage in professional development.