Dean, College of Biblical Studies
Dean, College of Biblical Studies
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Job Description
Abilene Christian University is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. All qualified applicants for these positions must be professing Christians and be active faithful members of a congregation of the Churches of Christ and willing to support the Christian mission and purpose of the university.
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Strategic leadership and vision
Academic oversight
Student success and spiritual formation
External engagement and fundraising
Resource and operations management
Talent recruitment and development
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Lead strategic planning and implementation aligned with university priorities.
Foster a culture of academic innovation Christian spiritual formation and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Champion market-relevant mission-centered academic programs that engage students and serve the global church.
Provide leadership in data-informed decision-making through metrics and continuous improvement processes.
Serve actively on the Provosts Deans Council and Cabinet.
Academic Oversight
Ensure excellence in curriculum development program assessment accreditation and instructional delivery (SACSCOC ATS etc.).
Promote faculty research scholarship and integration of faith and learning.
Provide oversight for faculty hiring evaluation development tenure and promotion processes.
Support experiential and co-curricular learning including internships and ministry placements.
Student Success & Formation
Support initiatives for student academic success spiritual formation and vocational discernment.
Promote holistic educational experiences through mentoring chapel engagement and collaboration with campus student experience partners..
Ensure effective partnerships with campus partners for recruitment and retention.
External Engagement & Fundraising
Actively engage with congregations donors alumni and ministry leaders.
Develop and lead fundraising strategies in collaboration with the VP for Advancement.
Build and leverage advisory boards (e.g. GST Advisory Board) to enhance the colleges visibility and resources.
Regularly engage with churches and church leaders as to build relationships with the college and the university.
Resource & Operations Management
Lead budget planning and financial stewardship for the college and its units.
Supervise college leaders.
Ensure compliance with university policies and promote operational excellence across all departments.
Identify and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for academic financial and student outcomes.
Talent Recruitment & Development
Recruit retain and mentor Christ-centered mission-committed faculty and staff.
Support professional development opportunities that align with ACUs values and academic goals.
Promote inclusive hiring practices and cultivate a culture of belonging.
Skills
Outstanding written and oral communication skills.
Strong interpersonal and collaborative leadership style.
Technological proficiency with academic and administrative software
Ability to manage complexity make data-informed decisions and model servant leadership.
Training Required
Adobe Sign and Docusign (electronic forms)
Anaplan (budget software)
Banner (enterprise software)
Concur (travel and expense management)
Compass (student engagement software)
Ongoing professional development internally and externally to the university
Terminal degree in a relevant discipline (Bible Theology Ministry Christian Education etc.).
Record of scholarly excellence and effective higher education leadership.
Demonstrated experience in academic administration including budgeting personnel and strategic planning.
Understanding of current trends in theological education ministry preparation and church engagement.
ACU is affiliated with the fellowship of the Church of Christ. This position requires the employee to be a professing Christian and be an active faithful member of a congregation of the Churches of Christ.
Preferred
Experience leading graduate theological or ministry programs.
Fundraising experience and proven ability to grow donor support.
Track record of fostering interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation in curriculum design.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain high energy.
Flexibility for travel extended hours and weekend engagements as needed.
Capacity to work on-site regularly and represent ACU in various professional and congregational settings.
For best consideration please apply by July 31. 2025.
ACU does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race color age sex disability genetic information national or ethnic origin in employment opportunities in keeping with applicable state and federal law.
ACU is committed to maintaining a safe and secure campus environment and protecting the universitys financial and physical assets. Therefore Abilene Christian University conducts background checks on all candidates for employment in security sensitive positions.
Employment Type
Full-Time
