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Humboldt State University (HSU) seeks its next provost and vice president for academic affairs.

Northern-most in the 23-campus California State University system, HSU has almost 7,000 students and 534 faculty members, and offers a wide array of academic opportunities, with three colleges, 51 majors, 12 graduate programs, and 14 credential programs.

Humboldt State was designated a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) in 2013. The incoming provost will provide essential leadership in guiding the university's transformation to more completely fulfilling this designation. Humboldt State strives to foster an inclusive and equitable community to support its students of diverse backgrounds. 

The incoming provost will serve as Humboldt State's chief academic officer, supporting the implementation of the university's academic mission and providing leadership within a forward-looking and multicultural academic environment. The provost provides leadership to all deans and academic administrators for the purpose of assessing, planning and budgeting the academic enterprise of the campus. While maintaining the institution's commitment to fostering a small-university environment, the provost should keep student learning and success at the forefront. Chief among the provost’s responsibilities will be working effectively with the president and senior leadership team to execute the university's new strategic plan. The provost will collaborate with campus leadership to identify and implement transformational initiatives that will further strengthen HSU and the community.

The successful candidate will be an experienced and highly collaborative leader at or above the dean level with experience in a comparably diverse and complex university and a proven track record of enhancing academic quality; faculty excellence; institutional diversity, equity and inclusion; and student success. The incoming provost must also have earned a doctorate or terminal professional degree and have a record of scholarly achievement that would merit appointment at HSU as a full professor. Extraordinary leadership, communication and strategic planning skills are essential for success, as is financial acumen and the ability to work collaboratively throughout the institution to foster a culture of mutual trust, respect, openness and transparency. The ideal candidate will be an equity-minded individual who will bring a strong commitment to sustainability and social justice.

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile. WittKieffer is assisting Humboldt State University in this search. Please visit www.wittkieffer.com for more information.

Candidate materials should be sent to HumboldtProvost@wittkieffer.com by April 1, 2020.

Humboldt State University is a Title IX/Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Mount Marty College, which will become Mount Marty University as of July 1, 2020, invites applications, nominations and inquiries for the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA).

Mount Marty is a Catholic Benedictine institution founded in 1936 by the Benedictine Sisters of Yankton, South Dakota. In keeping with the Benedictine tradition, Mount Marty exists as a community of learners, a tradition that embraces students of all faiths. Primary emphasis is placed on the development of each person as a complete human being with intellectual competence, professional and personal skills, and a composite of moral, spiritual, and social values. Mount Marty’s main campus is in Yankton, SD, with additional locations in Watertown, SD, and Sioux Falls, SD.

The VPAA is the chief academic officer and the successful candidate will have the opportunity to manage growth, build community, and support the University’s mission of holistic student development. It is an exciting time of transformation at Mount Marty and the VPAA position presents an exceptional leadership opportunity to advance the momentum of the institution.

More information about the VPAA role, position requirements, and Mount Marty can be found in the position profile in the Open Searches section of the Academic Search website: https://apptrkr.com/1829890.

The search is being assisted by Academic Search, Inc. Nominations, applications, and inquiries can be sent to: MountMartyVPAA@academicsearch.org. The position will remain open until filled, but only applications received by March 31, 2020 can be assured full consideration.

For a confidential discussion of this position prior to applying or nominating, please contact Senior Consultants Dr. Pamela M. Balch at pam.balch@academicsearch.org and (304) 678-7797 or Dr. Stuart Dorsey at Stuart.Dorsey@academicsearch.org and (830) 305-6291.

Mount Marty College is an EEO employer.

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The College of Sciences at the University of New Orleans invites applications for the position of Associate Dean for Academic Programs to begin in July of 2020. A Ph.D. degree in a sciences field and rank of Full Professor in one of the college’s departments is a requirement for this position. Successful applicants must possess a record of research excellence, and a demonstrated strong teaching and program development commitment at the graduate and undergraduate level. We are primarily looking for applicants whose expertise would extend and complement existing strengths within the college.

UNO is a public research university located in diverse and cosmopolitan New Orleans, one of the world's most fascinating cities. UNO offers its diverse student body of 8,200 students in more than 60 undergraduate and pre-professional programs and 40 graduate programs. As part of the only public research university in New Orleans, the College of Sciences plays a unique role in the economic development locally and regionally. UNO's College of Sciences currently serves approximately 2,100 undergraduate and graduate students.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  

The Associate Dean assists the Dean in academic programmatic activities in the college.

Graduate Programs Administration

The Associate Dean will assist in directing graduate education including overseeing graduate faculty nomination; acting as college liaison to the Graduate School and serving as Graduate Super Coordinator; and advising all departments and programs regarding graduate curricula modifications. Additionally, the Associate Dean will explore new graduate programs for the college and assess strength/weaknesses of current MS and PhD programs.

College Academic and General Administration

The Associate Dean will have oversight of the college’s academic activities including serving as coordinator of academic scheduling, overseeing the class schedules, all processes related to graduation and Degree Audit, and other assigned duties. Additionally, the Associate Dean will oversee and serve as ex-officio member of College Courses and Curriculum Committee, and coordinate updating of College's section of University Catalog.

Additional duties as assigned by the Dean.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

Ph.D. in sciences field, rank of Full Professor in one of the seven departments, and at least 3 years of administrative experience in science.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Administrative experience as Department Chair or Associate Dean.

SALARY: Commensurate with experience

CLOSING DATE: 

Full consideration and priority will be given to applications received by April 1, 2020.  This position will remain open until filled.     

HOW TO APPLY:

Apply online at https://www.uno.edu/careers/24721

All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to retirement status and without regard to an applicant’s having previously accused the UL System Board or any of its universities of unlawful discrimination.  Retirement status shall not be considered in the hiring process by any University in the UL System. 

The University of New Orleans is an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer.  Women, ethnic minorities, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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The University of North Carolina Greensboro seeks an Associate Dean for Academic Affairs — an individual with exceptional abilities in administration and long-range strategic planning with an outstanding record in an area of performance, research, and/or pedagogy in one of the College of Visual and Performing Arts’ (CVPA’s) disciplines. Reporting to the Dean, the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs works as a collaborative member of CVPA’s senior administrative leadership team, is a creative problem-solver and enrollment manager, and is responsible for all academic matters within the college. This position interfaces directly and with all CVPA full-time and part-time faculty, senior administrative staff, and the student success team.

The Associate Dean for Academic Affairs is responsible for oversight of degree program requirements, course scheduling, and classroom assignments. And with the Director of Undergraduate Advising and Student Success and Director of Undergraduate Recruitment is responsible for various aspects of the recruitment and admissions process and working with the Assistant Dean for Budget and Operations for administration of graduate assistantships across the college. In addition, there is regular interaction with individuals in the University’s central administration.

Specific duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• managing all aspects of academic integrity and academic life at CVPA;
• providing oversight to the CVPA Curriculum Committee;
• maintaining degree requirements and supervising revisions thereof;
• approving all requirement exceptions for specific students and certifying students for graduation;
• monitoring student performance and handling student concerns including Title IX – student-to-student issues;
• aiding with re-accreditation for the four schools;
• working in close consultation with the Dean and Executive Council of the college in representing the college to other constituents as well as serving on various ad hoc university committees and task forces as appropriate;
• and managing the faculty information manual and master documents repository system.

Direct reports include the Director of Undergraduate Advising and Student Success, Director of Recruitment, and Instructional Technology Consultant.

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One of the largest universities in the country, California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is an urban, comprehensive university that delivers award-winning undergraduate and graduate programs to nearly 40,000 students annually and counts more than 330,000 alumni who elevate Southern California and beyond. Since its founding in 1958, CSUN has made a significant and long-term economic impact on California, generating nearly $1.9 billion in economic impact and more than 11,700 jobs each year. The LAEDC recognized CSUN as its 2015 Eddy Award winner for its positive economic impact. Serving more students on Pell Grants than any other institution in California, CSUN is also a social elevator and one of the most diverse universities in the country.

With nine academic departments and six interdisciplinary programs, the college comprises disciplines that traditionally make up the study of Humanities — including Philosophy, English and Modern & Classical Languages — while also housing the oldest and largest Chicana/o Studies Department in the United States and the only Central American Studies Department in the country. Also core to the college is a Liberal Studies Program that puts CSUN among the top three institutions in California in preparing K-6 educators for the classroom. Among the college’s newest programs are minors in Middle Eastern & Islamic Studies, Queer Studies and Civic & Community Engagement.

The next dean will report to the provost and vice president for Academic Affairs and oversees departments and programs in the college. The dean has primary responsibility for administering college instructional programs; creating and sustaining an environment supportive of academic excellence in teaching, research and scholarship; developing and promoting long-range goals for the college; supporting interdisciplinary activities among departments of the college; planning, administering and communicating about the college annual budget; implementing and interpreting university and state policies; making independent recommendations on all college personnel matters; managing, supporting and evaluating college managers and staff; and recommending appointments of chairs and supervising their administrative functions.

Applications, nominations and expressions of interest can be submitted electronically, and in confidence, to:

CSUNDeanHumanities@academicsearch.org. The position is open until filled but only applications received by March 23, 2020, can be assured full consideration. Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting consultants Ann Die Hasselmo at Ann.Hasselmo@academicsearch.org and Chris Butler at Chris.Butler@academicsearch.org. Further information about CSUN is available at www.csun.edu.

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The University of Akron (UA) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences (BCAS). The University seeks a collaborative and decisive leader who is committed to promoting excellence in all facets of a liberal arts education.

The Dean of BCAS is the chief academic, fiscal, and administrative officer of the College, reporting to the Executive Vice President and Provost.  The Dean has responsibility for BCAS’s instructional, research and outreach environment, including oversight of its $46.6 million budget, faculty recruitment and retention, advancement and external relations, and student academic affairs. The Dean is expected to provide vocal and visionary leadership on behalf of the College, to embrace the mission of public education in an urban environment, and to help create and implement a framework for excellence within the College that incorporates diversity at its core. This deanship is an exciting opportunity for an entrepreneurial and dynamic leader, as BCAS seeks to grow enrollment at the same time that it undertakes efforts to improve coordination across colleges and to develop innovative curricular pathways for students with shifting career needs and goals.

About the Buchtel College of Arts and Sciences

The College, the largest at UA, enrolls roughly 3,700 undergraduates and 450 graduate students in 22 schools and departments, seven centers and institutes, and four special programs. BCAS employs approximately 284 full-time faculty and 90 staff members. The College’s educational programs span four divisions – Fine Arts, Humanities, Natural Sciences, and Social Sciences. The departments, programs, research labs, and centers yield both applied and basic knowledge that provides the foundation for a strong liberal arts education for students seeking degrees both within BCAS and across The University of Akron campus. The College has been a campus leader in establishing interdisciplinary efforts, including the Integrated Bioscience Doctoral Program, the Biomimicry Research Initiative Center, and the EX[L] Center.

About UA

The University of Akron is one of Ohio’s most influential public urban research universities, conducting high-quality research in focused areas of excellence, contributing to the vitality of the local economy, and providing a workforce highly trained in diverse disciplines. UA offers nearly 20,000 students a wide variety of in-demand associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral and professional degree programs with a career-focused emphasis. As a STEM-intensive institution, UA has strong connections with industries such as polymers, advanced materials and engineering. UA brings together a diverse group of learners — full-time, part-time and online students, veterans, and adults returning to the classroom — enrolled across eleven colleges and schools, including Engineering, Health Professions, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration, Applied Science and Technology, Education, Polymer Science and Polymer Engineering, Law, the Graduate School, the non-degree-granting Williams Honors College, and a branch campus (Wayne College), along with three other sites in Northeast Ohio.

Required Qualifications

Candidates much possess a doctorate in a discipline relevant to the position, currently hold the rank of tenured Professor, and have a record of scholarly achievement and academic accomplishments appropriate to the individual’s academic discipline. Candidates must have a demonstrated record of administrative and managerial experience within an academic environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred qualifications include: A vision for developing a strong arts and sciences college within the context of today’s dynamic academic environment and the ability to translate that vision into action; ability to serve as a persistent champion for the college within today’s higher education landscape and to advocate for its growth; demonstrated effectiveness in relating to diverse faculty, staff, students, and external constituencies; commitment to interdisciplinary and experiential learning in the context of growing inter-collegiate, community, and international partnerships; experience with extending and applying research, educational, and practice-based knowledge to helping to solve problems and foster lifelong learning within the community; an ability to work effectively in an environment of shared governance; and success in managing organizational change in ways that are responsive to diverse constituencies and maintain practices of collaboration and collegiality.

Salary

Competitive

Instructions to Applicants

Electronic applications should be submitted through The University of Akron website: visit:  http://www.uakron.edu/jobs/, Job #12220. Applications will be considered until the position is filled, with full consideration given to those received before March 1, 2020.

The committee encourages applications from women and persons of underrepresented groups. Interested applicants should submit a current curriculum vitae and a cover letter that addresses how their strengths and experience match the duties of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Akron is an equal education and employment institution. It is the policy of this institution that there shall be no unlawful discrimination against any individual in employment or in its programs or activities at The University of Akron because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, genetic information, military status or status as a veteran.  The University is also committed to the principles of affirmative action and acts in accordance with state and federal laws.

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees.  The university endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus.  As such, the university will conduct a pre-employment background check for all applicants selected for employment.

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St. Norbert College seeks candidates with a record of distinguished academic and administrative accomplishment to serve as the next dean of humanities. St. Norbert College, a thriving, nationally ranked Catholic liberal arts college known for its academic excellence, international focus, and leadership and service opportunities is situated on an attractive, riverside campus in De Pere, Wisconsin, a community contiguous with the city of Green Bay. The humanities division is an integral aspect of academic affairs at St. Norbert and is central to the college’s mission.

St. Norbert College is a liberal arts institution rooted in the Norbertine practices of communio and localitas and welcomes applications from members of all backgrounds and faith traditions. The college has seen remarkable recent development with robust entering student classes, $150 million of construction and renovation expenditures in the last decade, and a major increase in the endowment in the last 30 years. The college’s mission includes providing an educational environment that fosters intellectual, spiritual, and personal development for its 2,081 students. The college seeks those who will contribute to its mission and support its commitment to building a vibrant, diverse, and spiritually engaged community.

The Humanities Division strives to create habits of mind and spirit leading to life-long learning and curiosity about humanity. Through intellectual rigor and open discussion and debate, the division explores together how to aid students in being robust critical thinkers and exemplary communicators, speaking and writing clearly. Through its disciplinary offerings, the Division of Humanities constitutes an integral part of a liberal arts education and plays a vital role in the intellectual, moral and personal development of St. Norbert’s students. In the humanities, students learn problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities that these majors bring to their careers. The division consists of six academic disciplines – Communication and media studies, English, History, Modern languages and literatures, Philosophy, and Theology and religious studies – and also sponsors five interdisciplinary programs – American studies, Classical studies, Humanities, Integrative studies, and Women’s and gender studies.

Nominations, applications, and inquiries may be sent in complete confidence to: StNorbertHumanitiesDean@academicsearch.org. Full consideration will be given to all applications received by April 6, 2020.

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The University of Victoria acknowledges with respect the Lekwungen peoples on whose traditional territory the University stands, and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Established in 1963, UVic offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs to over 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The UVic Edge is where dynamic learning and vital impact meet, in Canada's most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. These elements nurture creative activity and ground UVic in the urgency of sustainability and healthy societies; shape a world view with Indigenous and international perspectives; and fuel a commitment to economic well-being, technological advances and social justice. UVic is a rich and supportive learning community with over 900 faculty supporting dynamic and evolving programing and research across ten Faculties and two Divisions.

The Faculty of Fine Arts is one of the pre-eminent faculties of its kind in Canada. Among all the post-secondary institutions in British Columbia, it is the only Faculty of Fine Arts. Inaugurated in 1969, the Faculty of Fine Arts is well established at the University of Victoria and is home to the Departments of Art History and Visual Studies, Theatre, Visual Arts, Writing and the School of Music. Additionally, through the Dean's Office, the Faculty offers interdisciplinary courses ranging in topics from cultural issues to technology—anchored by our Studios for Integrated Media.

Reporting to the Vice-President Academic and Provost, the Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, is responsible for providing strategic and administrative leadership to the University’s Fine Arts programs as the chief academic and administrative officer. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Dean works in collaboration with the other Deans and academic leaders, senior administrators and staff, donors and alumni as well as other key stakeholders to implement and advance the UVic’s Strategic Plan and objectives.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring and strategic leader with a strong record of success as an academic administrator and a strong understanding of the arts and arts education in Canada. The successful candidate will have demonstrated teaching, creative activity, research and academic track record, with knowledge of program development and academic administration. The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire innovation, build community and collaboration while meeting the evolving and diverse needs of students, faculty and staff. A Doctorate or Masters in a related discipline and eligible for an appointment at the rank of full professor at UVic, with a distinguished creative or scholarly reputation in the candidate’s field.

The University of Victoria is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in its living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of its values, UVic seeks members who work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. UVic actively encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.

Should you be interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity with the University of Victoria, please contact Carol Robinson or Paul Philips. Forward your CV and letter of introduction, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca. We will respond to all who express interest.

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Montana State University is inviting applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for the position of Dean of the College of Letters and Science. Faculty and staff in the College of Letters and Science embrace Montana Sate’s land-grant mission and excel in all areas of teaching, research and outreach. Offering more than 50 majors and 25 minors, (http://www.montana.edu/lettersandscience/) the college helps students to think critically, solve problems, communicate clearly, understand various disciplines and cultures, and develop a commitment to engage with their communities in ways that will foster life-long learning and leadership. Many of its faculty members are well-known nationally and internationally for contributions to their respective fields. Moreover, College of Letters and Science faculty have amassed an impressive record for winning highly competitive national grants to support research and scholarship, with over $20 million in research grant expenditures in the college last year. The Carnegie Classification for Institutions of Higher Education has designated Montana State University as having “Very High Research Activity” among doctoral-granting universities, one of only 131 institutions in the United States with such a designation.

Founded in 1893 as Montana's land-grant institution, Montana State University has established a national and international reputation for excellence in undergraduate and graduate education, high research activity and active community outreach and engagement in the colleges of agriculture; arts and architecture; business; engineering; education, health and human development; letters and science; and nursing. The university also boasts a very successful graduate school, honors college, and a two-year program. Routinely listed by U.S. News and World Report as one of America's best buys for undergraduate education, it is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The university is in the first year of its new, 7-year strategic plan, Choosing Promise, which emphasizes the strengths and responsibilities of the land-grant university.  

The university is located in the city of Bozeman, one of the fastest-growing small metropolitan areas in the United States with a 2019 population of nearly 51,000. Bozeman and Gallatin County are home to approximately 112,000 people. The region is renowned for its beautiful vistas, proximity to Yellowstone Park, and an active outdoor recreation community. A depth of cultural life, expected from much larger cities, matches the natural beauty. Bozeman supports a wealth of artistic organizations, including a world-class museum, a symphony orchestra, opera, ballet, community theatre, and numerous galleries. Bozeman is frequently ranked in the top 10 of desirable places to live.

A complete Leadership Profile may be found at: www.agbsearch.com. For further information about the position and the Montana State University College of Letters and Science: http://www.montana.edu/lettersandscience/

Assisting the search committee will be AGB Search executive consultants Garry W. Owens, PhD, garry.owens@agbsearch.com (806) 239-3049, and Sally K. Mason, PhD, sally.mason@agbsearch.com, (765) 414-0299. Potential candidates are encouraged to initiate a conversation about this opportunity through an initial email contact with Drs Owens or Mason prior to submitting materials. To receive full consideration, nominations and application materials should be submitted not later than the target date of March 1, 2020.

Application materials must include: 1) a letter of interest, which responds directly to the position qualifications and Strategic Priorities listed in the Leadership Profile  2) curriculum vita and 3) the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of five references (indicate your professional relationship with each). Please include your personal email and cell phone number. All candidate names will remain confidential, except for those individuals invited to campus interviews. Application and nomination materials should be submitted electronically to MSUDeanCLS@agbsearch.com

Montana State University values diverse perspectives and is committed to continually supporting, promoting and building an inclusive and culturally diverse campus environment. MSU recognizes the importance of work-life integration and strives to be responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Montana State University is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.

Montana State University makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference please complete the veteran’s preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile. To request an accommodation, contact the Office of Human Resources, PO Box 172520, Montana State University, Bozeman MT 59717-2520; 406-994-3651; recruitment@montana.edu

MSU’s Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Website: www2.montana.edu/policy/affirmative_action/

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George Mason University's College of Humanities and Social Sciences (CHSS) invites well-qualified applicants to apply for our Associate Dean of Graduate Academic Affairs position. George Mason University has a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff, and strongly encourages candidates to apply who will enrich Mason's academic and culturally inclusive environment.

Responsibilities:
As a member of the CHSS executive leadership team, the Associate Dean of Graduate Academic Affairs directs the college's efforts to support program/curriculum development, enrollment growth, and inclusive excellence and innovation in graduate education and research training while also ensuring caring, consistent response to academic concerns of diverse graduate students, faculty and staff. This position will:

• Oversee graduate academic affairs and student services, including enrollment planning and success metrics, curriculum development, academic program reviews for the college, developing college-level academic policies and procedures, and managing graduate student appeal and grievance processes;
• Lead the college's efforts to develop online graduate programs, identify and negotiate partnerships to enhance graduate enrollment growth, ensure cross-unit and cross college/school collaborations on development and delivery of innovative graduate programming;
• Chair the college's Graduate Curriculum committee, represent CHSS on the university's Graduate Council, and serve on other relevant University and College committees when requested;
• Coordinate graduate tuition discount planning in partnership with CHSS Executive Director of HR and Finance;
• In collaboration with the CHSS Graduate Admissions and Marketing teams, lead the college efforts to enhance outreach to and recruitment of historically underrepresented students;
• In partnership with the Associate Dean for Research and faculty, lead the college's efforts to secure external funding to support innovative graduate education;
• Lead the college's efforts to develop and sustain “Future Faculty” professional development programming and career exploration opportunities;
• Serve as the college's point of contact with the Provost's Office for graduate program proposal submissions to SCHEV;
• Supervise CHSS Graduate Affairs and Graduate Admissions staff, manage workloads and performance evaluations, ensure professional development opportunities are offered, and manage the unit's budget;
• Communicate regularly with graduate program directors and advising staff and coordinate meetings to disseminate important information and updates;
• Serve on the college's executive leadership team and participate fully in its strategic budgeting and planning processes as well as routine problem-solving and management processes;
• The position carries the possibility of tenure consideration.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral degree in a CHSS discipline;
• Understanding of and commitment to the values, skills, and perspectives gained through graduate study in the humanities and social sciences;
• Ability and experience supporting a culture of inclusion and diversity in graduate education in a CHSS discipline;
• Prior experience interpreting and applying academic standards and developing academic success metrics to evaluate effectiveness of programs and inform resource allocation;
• Excellent administrative, analytical, communication, interpersonal, managerial, and problem-solving skills;
• Ability to think strategically and lead initiatives that affect and involve multiple college and university stakeholders;
• Ability to manage highly sensitive information appropriately, utilize online systems for student affairs effectively, and communicate complex policies and procedures to students, faculty, staff and parents clearly and effectively;
• Ability to build strong partnerships within the college and university and with external partners;
• Experience in higher education administration of leading, supervising, and mentoring a team;
• Strong collaboration, persuasion, and consensus-building skills;
• Skill and experience examining and reengineering operations and procedures as well as designing and implementing new initiatives to improve quality outcomes;
• Skill and experience in organizing resources and establishing priorities, budget preparation, and the ability to manage budgetary expenditures for compliance with an approved budget.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Teaching experience at the graduate level in a CHSS discipline;
• Prior involvement in graduate recruitment, retention, orientation, admissions, and/or policy development/implementation in a CHSS discipline;
• Experience with online graduate program development and digital pedagogy;
• Experience as chair or director of a department or large academic unit;
• Experience in grant and/or philanthropic activity related to graduate education in a CHSS discipline;
• Experience working effectively with university offices to improve data reporting environments;
• Experience with university level reporting tools and templates;
• Ability and experience establishing and nurturing collaborative relationships across the domains of academic and student affairs.

Special Instructions to Applicants:
For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number FA12GZ at https://jobs.gmu.edu/; complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter/statement of interest, CV, a two-page synopsis of your vision for this position, and a list of three professional references with full contact information.

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

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The University of Louisville (UofL) is seeking a visionary, collaborative, and strategic leader to serve as the next Dean of its largest academic unit, the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S). This is an exciting opportunity for a distinguished scholar and accomplished administrator to guide the College forward at a time of tremendous promise.

Reporting to the Executive Vice President and University Provost, the Dean serves as the chief academic officer for the College, providing leadership for its approximately 8,000 undergraduate students, 700 graduate students, 641 full and part-time faculty, and 155 full and part-time staff. More specifically, the Dean is tasked with overseeing the College’s planning and operation, and will be responsible for executing a strategy to ensure that its educational excellence, research productivity, connections to the wider community, and national reputation continue to improve.

Founded in 1907, the College of Arts & Sciences has a storied history of education in the liberal arts and sciences. Through cutting-edge methodologies, innovative research and creative activities, engaged teaching using 21st Century tools, and rigorous scholarship, A&S is advancing knowledge and preparing the next generation of leaders, thinkers, dreamers, and doers. Instructing nearly half of the student body at UofL, the College of Arts and Sciences offers bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees. A&S has over 90 degree programs, including 42 major degrees and concentrations, 13 doctoral programs, and 22 master’s programs. In addition to housing 22 departments in more than 20 buildings across Belknap Campus, A&S is the home of the Military Science program (Army ROTC), the Aerospace program (Air Force ROTC), the University Honors program, the University Writing Center, and many other assets that benefit the University, the community, and the globe. 76% of all of UofL’s student Fulbright Awards since 2000 have gone to A&S majors. The College of Arts and Sciences is closely connected to the city of Louisville, a thriving metropolitan city boasting both Midwestern sensibility and Southern charm.

The next Dean will lead a diverse and well-respected college with a first-class faculty, dedicated staff, and intellectually curious student body. While operating from a position of great strength, due in part to new and exciting leadership that is transforming the strategic vision, climate, and day-to-day operations of the University as a whole, the Dean of A&S will nevertheless confront a set of challenges that come with the breadth of a college of its size. As such, the Dean will be expected to articulate and execute a coherent vision for the future of the College of Arts and Sciences; bolster its financial standing through development, programmatic growth, and funded research; provide robust support for staff and faculty; and prioritize diversity and inclusion across the College, while strengthening internal and external partnerships.  Building on past success, the Dean will be poised to position the College at the forefront of liberal arts education and novel research.

The University of Louisville is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and leadership, and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.

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The University of Victoria acknowledges with respect the Lekwungen peoples on whose traditional territory the University stands, and the Songhees, Esquimalt and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples whose historical relationships with the land continue to this day.

Established in 1963, UVic offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs to over 21,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The UVic Edge is where dynamic learning and vital impact meet, in Canada's most extraordinary environment for discovery and innovation. These elements nurture creative activity and ground UVic in the urgency of sustainability and healthy societies; shape a world view with Indigenous and international perspectives; and fuel a commitment to economic well-being, technological advances and social justice. UVic is a rich and supportive learning community with over 900 faculty supporting dynamic and evolving programming and research across ten Faculties and two Divisions.

The Faculty of Fine Arts is one of the pre-eminent faculties of its kind in Canada. Among all the post-secondary institutions in British Columbia, it is the only Faculty of Fine Arts. Inaugurated in 1969, the Faculty of Fine Arts is well established at the University of Victoria and is home to the Departments of Art History and Visual Studies, Theatre, Visual Arts, Writing and the School of Music. Additionally, through the Dean's Office, the Faculty offers interdisciplinary courses ranging in topics from cultural issues to technology—anchored by our Studios for Integrated Media.

Reporting to the Vice-President Academic and Provost, the Dean of the Faculty of Fine Arts, is responsible for providing strategic and administrative leadership to the University’s Fine Arts programs as the chief academic and administrative officer. As a member of the senior leadership team, the Dean works in collaboration with the other Deans and academic leaders, senior administrators and staff, donors and alumni as well as other key stakeholders to implement and advance the UVic’s Strategic Plan and objectives.

The successful candidate will be an inspiring and strategic leader with a strong record of success as an academic administrator and a strong understanding of the arts and arts education in Canada. The successful candidate will have demonstrated teaching, creative activity, research and academic track record, with knowledge of program development and academic administration. The successful candidate will have exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire innovation, build community and collaboration while meeting the evolving and diverse needs of students, faculty and staff. A Doctorate or Masters in a related discipline and eligible for an appointment at the rank of full professor at UVic, with a distinguished creative or scholarly reputation in the candidate’s field.

The University of Victoria is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity and inclusion in its living, learning and work environments. In pursuit of its values, UVic seeks members who work respectfully and constructively with differences and across levels of power. UVic actively encourages applications from members of groups experiencing barriers to equity.

Should you be interested in learning more about this exciting opportunity with the University of Victoria, please contact Carol Robinson or Paul Philips. Forward your CV and letter of introduction, in confidence, to info@hwest.ca. We will respond to all who express interest.

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Bowie State University, a member institution of the University System of Maryland, invites applications, nominations, and inquiries for the position of provost and vice president for academic affairs. Reporting to the president as a member of the senior leadership team, the next provost will play a key role in moving the institution forward consistent with the mission, vision, and goals set forth in the new strategic plan, in building relationships across campus and within the surrounding community, and in motivating and empowering those within the academic and research units of the institution. The next provost is expected to assume office in the summer of 2020.

Bowie State University is building a bold future on a proud heritage. Founded in 1865, Bowie State is Maryland’s first historically black public university and is one of the 10 oldest HBCUs in the country. The university emboldens a diverse population of students to reach their potential by providing affordable, high-quality academic programs and innovative, transformational experiences both inside and outside of the classroom, as they prepare for careers, lifelong learning, and civic responsibility. A growing awareness of Bowie State’s exceptional educational experience has led to a sharp increase in applicants and student enrollment in the last five years. Students have access to numerous programs, including 23 undergraduate majors, 19 master’s degrees, 14 post-bachelor’s certificates, and two doctoral programs within four colleges: the College of Arts & Sciences; College of Business; College of Education; and College of Professional Studies. Located in Bowie, Maryland, near Washington, DC, Baltimore, and Annapolis, Bowie State positions students for prime access to internships and job placements with government agencies and industry leaders as well as a wealth of cultural experiences.

Bowie State University seeks a seasoned academic leader who will embrace and foster the rich legacy and culture of the institution and bring stable leadership to the university at a critical time in its history. The next provost must work with faculty and staff to bolster the curricular programming to keep it current with a rapidly changing world and student needs, to grow experiential learning opportunities, and to develop additional partnerships to open new pathways for students.

Bowie State University is being assisted in this search by Academic Search, Inc. For additional information about the university, the position and characteristics and experience sought in the next provost, as well as how to apply, please visit the Academic Search website at www.academicsearch.org/searches/.

Prospective candidates and nominators may arrange a confidential discussion with senior consultant Shirley Robinson Pippins at Shirley.Pippins@academicsearch.org or consultant Andrea Cowsert at Andrea.Cowsert@academicsearch.org. This position is open until filled, but only applications received by March 9, 2020, can be assured full consideration.

Bowie State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

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California State University, Channel Islands (CSUCI) seeks a visionary academic leader to serve as the next Provost and chief academic officer. The successful candidate will possess a singular commitment to serving a largely first generation, historically underserved student body and a demonstrated record of advancing inclusive excellence within an academic community.

The newest addition to the California State University system, CSUCI opened in 2002 with 629 transfer students and welcomed its first freshman class in fall 2003. As a regional public comprehensive university, CSUCI is a mission-based institution grounded in its four pillars of integrative approaches, community engagement, and multicultural and international perspectives. CSUCI encourages research and scholarly activity in the pursuit of academic excellence by both faculty and students. The 1200-acre University campus is located in coastal Ventura County and is home to more than 7,000 undergraduate and 230 graduate students.

The Provost provides leadership and guidance to faculty, staff, students, and the President’s Cabinet in all areas relating to Academic Affairs as well as counsel to the President and Cabinet in all matters related to management of the campus. The Provost provides leadership regarding accreditation; faculty selection, evaluation, and performance; analysis of the division’s academic programs, policies, and procedures; and major operational issues. Of particular importance for the next Provost is experience in advancing student success in partnership with a leadership team that emphasizes collaboration with the Division of Student Affairs.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a/an: earned doctorate or terminal degree; successful record of substantial, executive-level, academic leadership, including fiscal management and personnel responsibilities, at the level of dean or higher; robust knowledge and understanding of contemporary issues in higher education; demonstrated record of distinguished research, scholarship, and teaching that merits the award of tenure at the rank of full professor; demonstrated record of facilitating student success; demonstrated record of facilitating inclusive excellence.

More information, including an institutional profile, can be found here.

Applications should consist of a substantive cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and a list of five professional references with full contact information. No references will be contacted without the explicit permission of the candidate. Applications, nominations, and expressions of interest can be submitted electronically, and in confidence, to: CSUCIProvost@academicsearch.org.

Applications received by April 1, 2020, can be assured full consideration. Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be arranged by contacting consultants Ann Die Hasselmo and Chris Butler.

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The James H. Gilliam, Jr. College of Liberal Arts at Morgan State University is the largest academic unit at Morgan with over 1,300 students, and nearly 125 full and part-time faculty members.

The Associate Dean for Faculty and Administration reports to the Dean of the College of Liberal Arts, and assumes a central role in the day-to-day management of the Dean’s office, as well as management of the Dean office’s finances, projects, and initiatives to ensure University compliance. The successful candidate will have an in-depth understanding of policies, processes, and programs in the College of Liberal Arts and how they support both the College’s and University’s missions.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all faculty curriculum processes in accordance with University and College policies and priorities of the Dean;

• Overseeing programs and processes that promote collaboration and community and regional linkages in support of University and College goals;

• Overseeing the academic year, winter session, and summer session course schedules, and being responsible for academic assessment planning throughout the College;

• Overseeing College facilities in accordance with University and College policies, procedures, and regulations to ensure optimal space utilization for instructions and research as well as a physical work environment to meet the needs and goals of faculty, students, and staff in the College;

• Providing high-level administrative support to the Dean, working with a wide range of internal and external constituents, including faculty, University leaders, external constituents, including external professional consultants, and alumni/ae;

• Assisting with the preparation of reports and documentation required for accreditation on a timely basis;

• Assisting in the preparation of the College annual report;

• Providing timely reports to the Dean as requested;

• Encouraging and providing leadership for research;

• Coordinating the College interdisciplinary programs;

• Recommending faculty development programs and grantmanships;

• Performing other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Basic Qualifications:

• Requires an earned doctorate in a discipline in the College;

• At least five years of professional and/or administrative experience at the college/university level including supervisory and program/project management;

• Experience in administrative planning, management, and budgeting;

• Demonstrated ability to manage complex projects, excellent problem solving, organizational and interpersonal communication skills;

• Familiarity with the policies and procedures governing academic and intellectual life and

• A strong commitment to inclusivity and diversity within the campus and surrounding communities.

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The University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites nominations and applications for the position of Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Provost oversees the University curriculum, faculty appointments, and other academically related areas at a Carnegie R1 Research University committed to serving a traditionally under-represented, majority Latino/a student population. The Provost provides visionary leadership to promote and foster excellence in all aspects of the University's mission. This includes an unwavering commitment to increasing access to excellent higher education where members of the faculty advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the El Paso region.

The Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs has general charge and responsibility for the supervision and management of all academic colleges, schools, departments, and programs at a Carnegie R1 Research University, to include:

• recommending all members of the faculty for appointment, promotion, tenure, retention, non-retention, or dismissal for cause;
• planning, development, and evaluation of academic programs;
• fostering the development of new teaching methods;
• serving co-leadership role with the Vice President for Student Affairs to develop, implement and evaluate The University of Texas at El Paso's student success initiative, the UTEP Edge;
• recommending additions and alterations to the physical plant that are needed for academic purposes;
• serving as chair of the Council of Deans;
• coordinating internal administrative review and external regulatory or accreditory consideration of academic policies, plans and programs;
• maintaining academic standards of The University of Texas at El Paso and of appropriate accrediting bodies;
• other academic and administrative responsibilities as may be assigned by the President.

UTEP is a comprehensive research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve. UTEP is the only research-intensive doctoral university in the United States with a Mexican-American majority student population. UTEP has become a national model of a university that is creating and delivering academic and research programs of excellence while simultaneously serving a 21st century student demographic.

As a Carnegie R1 research university enrolling 25,000+ students, UTEP is a member of The University of Texas System (www.utsystem.edu). It primarily serves far West Texas, Southern New Mexico, and Northern Mexico with 72 undergraduate programs, 74 master's programs, 23 doctoral degree programs, and a growing portfolio of online degrees. With a student body that is more than 80% Hispanic and an additional 5 percent from Mexico-UTEP reflects the demographic composition of the border community.

The University employs approximately 1,300 full- and part-time faculty members, with 95.3% of the tenured and tenure-track faculty holding doctoral degrees or the equivalent in their fields. 

Minimum qualifications include an earned doctorate from an accredited institution of higher education and the qualifications necessary to hold a tenured position with the academic rank of professor in an appropriate department of the University.  

The successful applicant also will have significant senior level academic and administrative leadership experience, strong academic credentials in teaching, scholarship, and service and the ability to participate effectively and successfully in external resource development and foster collaborative relationships.

To view the full position announcement and to apply please visit www.utep.edu/employment.

UTEP is an Equal Opportunity employer.

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The Board of Trustees invites inquiries, nominations, and applications for the position of President of Simpson College. The College seeks an exceptional leader who will bring demonstrated success in senior-level leadership that includes management of a substantial and complex organization, along with a deep understanding of and appreciation for a liberal arts education. It is expected that the next president take office no later than June 1, 2020.

Founded in 1860, Simpson College is a four-year private college of the liberal arts and sciences affiliated with The United Methodist Church. Located just 12 miles south of Des Moines, the capital of Iowa, Simpson's picturesque 75-acre campus in Indianola is home to more than 1,100 full-time undergraduate students with an additional 200 part-time, mostly adult students, at a site in West Des Moines. Greater Des Moines serves as the government, commercial, cultural and recreational hub for the state of Iowa.

The College has a strong academic reputation and is a highly student-centric institution, placing significant value on co-curricular learning. The 20 academic departments house 80+ majors and minors, as well as three graduate programs. Simpson’s general education curriculum focuses on high-impact educational practices such as undergraduate research, service learning, first-year experiences, and capstone courses in the major. It emphasizes areas of engagement linked to liberal arts modes of knowledge and embedded skills most valued by today’s employers.

Academic Search is partnering with Simpson College in this national search. Nominators and prospective candidates may arrange a confidential discussion about this opportunity with the consultants leading the search:

President Dr. Jay Lemons (Jay.Lemons@academicsearch.org)

Senior Consultant Dr. Wanda Bigham (Wanda.Bigham@academicsearch.org)

Consultant Ms. Penny Gibbons (Penny.Gibbons@academicsearch.org).

For more information about this opportunity, position qualifications, and the application process, please review the full profile: https://apptrkr.com/1649168. Scroll down to Simpson College and click “Profile.”

Applicants for admission and employment, students, parents of students, employees, sources of referral for admission and employment, and all unions or professional organizations holding collective bargaining or professional agreements with Simpson College are hereby notified that this institution does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, creed, religion, disability, genetic information, veteran or veteran disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic in admission, access to, treatment or employment in, its programs and activities.

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