Regional Dean of Academic Affairs — U.S. Operations

Job overview

The Regional Dean of Academic Affairs — U.S. Operations role is onsite in Orlando, FL, according to the listing location; the description characterizes it as a central support role rather than a campus-based position. Compensation is not specified. The role supports academic delivery across Northbridge University’s U.S. campuses, academic units, and online programs. The Regional Dean connects academic strategy with campus execution and is accountable for regional academic outcomes. The role supports campus deans, faculty, and academic staff while advancing consistent operations, retention practices, compliance, and student outcomes across the U.S. regional umbrella.

What you'll do

• Hold accountability for regional retention, attrition, student experience, program completion, placement, and certification and licensure outcomes
• provide operational support and guidance to Campus Deans of Academic Affairs
• implement the enterprise retention framework and ensure early-alert and intervention workflows meet established service-level agreements
• participate in faculty recruitment, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding
• ensure compliance with state regulations, accreditation, and program requirements
• and promote consistent use of CIS, LMS, SIS, and CRM platforms.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

regional dean of academic affairs

u.s. operations

orlando fl

northbridge university

higher education

academic operations

faculty management

student retention

early-alert systems

accreditation compliance

campus support

online programs

lms

sis

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical coverage with HSA and FSA options
• dental and vision insurance
• 12 paid holidays
• paid time off
• paid volunteer day
• 401(k) with 50% employer matching
• short-term disability
• life insurance
• education assistance
• professional development
• group life insurance
• long-term disability
• talent referral program
• entertainment discounts
• and a paid birthday off after two years for full-time employees.

Why this role

Central support role across U.S. campuses and online programs; requires a master’s degree and 5–7+ years of progressive academic-affairs leadership experience.

About the employer

Northbridge University is hiring for this role. Industry: Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools. Sector: 61.