Dean of the School of Arts & Sciences

Wichita, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

The job posting is outdated and position may be filled

Department:

Academic Affairs

Job Summary

Occupational Summary:

The Dean is the chief academic research and administrative officer of the school and reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA). Along with Dean colleagues from the schools within the university the Dean assists the VPAA to manage the academic affairs of the university.

The Dean is responsible for communicating the schools mission and goals to internal and external constituencies and providing academic leadership in planning accreditation program development faculty development distance education/outreach assessment and continuous improvement. The Dean exercises supervisory responsibility for the schools personnel strategic planning fiscal management project development facilities operations and other administrative functions. The Dean works to strengthen and extend university relationships with external communities and has significant responsibilities in community relations outreach and fundraising.

Stewardship Statement:
This position is responsible to cultivate and maintain the institutions Catholic identity and its mission to empower graduates to transform society. As a member of the Newman University community the faculty member will join with the institutions sponsors the Adorers of the Blood of Christ (ASC Sisters) to witness Gods love in Mission to empower others foster oneness celebrate life form right relationships and walk as compassionate companions. The faculty member is responsible to uphold this mission in accordance withEx Corde Ecclesiae fostering an environment where Catholicism is present while encouraging an impartial search for truth across multiple disciplines engaged in interdisciplinary dialogue.

Work Performed:

Collaborate with students faculty staff alumni and university administration to develop and implement a strategic plan that builds on the schools strengths and enhances its reputation in a financially responsible manner.
Anticipate and respond to the universitys markets (employers funding sources and students) in the development and management of curriculum and programs.
Support program directors faculty and staff in the processes required to acquire or maintain accreditation or approval by regulatory bodies.
Devise staffing plans for the school and oversee the process of hiring and evaluation of all faculty and staff.
Oversee the development and administration of school and program annual budgets while supporting the financial health and viability of the school and university.
Develop community relations for fundraising grant development identification of community/university research projects and development of possible student internship/employment opportunities.
Teach one graduate or undergraduate course in both the fall and spring semester.
Complete University-required trainings including FERPA Title IX and Diversity Equity and Inclusion.
Contribute to the overall success of the School of Nursing and Allied Health by performing all other duties as assigned.
Consider the universitys overall benefit through flexibility and working across departments.

Required Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills/Training:

An earned doctorate in a relevantfield.
Demonstrated experience in academic administration at the Chair/Director level or higher (2-3 years preferred).
Demonstrated experience in effective fiscal management at the university level (i.e. budget fundraising grant writing etc.)
Experience leading program directors and faculty in academic development with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a record of collaboration across schools/colleges or departments.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Founded in 1933 Newman University is a liberal arts institution grounded in Catholic values and traditions yet is respectful of all faiths. At Newman youll find people programs organizations and activities designed to educate the mind and inspire the spirit. Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We are a sponsored ministry of the Adorers of the Blood of Christ US Region. We invite you to join us in our work of empowering our graduates to transform society!

Newman University participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with Form I-9 information to confirm that new employees are authorized to work in the U.S. US Immigration law protects legally-authorized workers from discrimination based on their citizenship status and national origin.

Newman University is committed to hiring faculty and staff members that reflect the diversity of our region and to providing equal opportunities to all applicants and employees according to all applicable equal opportunity and affirmative action laws directives and regulations of federal state and local governing bodies and keeping this commitment it is the policy of Newman University to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements without regard to race color creed religion sex national origin genetic information marital status familial status public assistance status local human rights commission activity disability age sexual orientation gender identity or status as a qualified protected veteran.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008 Newman University will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with a disability in completing the application form or in the interview process. Please notify the Human Resources Office at ext. 2202 or email in advance so necessary arrangements can be made.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Occupational Summary:The Dean is the chief academic research and administrative officer of the school and reports to the Vice President for Academic Affairs (VPAA). Along with Dean colleagues from the schools within the university the Dean assists the VPAA to manage the academic affairs of the unive...

Occupational Summary:

Work Performed:

Collaborate with students faculty staff alumni and university administration to develop and implement a strategic plan that builds on the schools strengths and enhances its reputation in a financially responsible manner.
Anticipate and respond to the universitys markets (employers funding sources and students) in the development and management of curriculum and programs.
Support program directors faculty and staff in the processes required to acquire or maintain accreditation or approval by regulatory bodies.
Devise staffing plans for the school and oversee the process of hiring and evaluation of all faculty and staff.
Oversee the development and administration of school and program annual budgets while supporting the financial health and viability of the school and university.
Develop community relations for fundraising grant development identification of community/university research projects and development of possible student internship/employment opportunities.
Teach one graduate or undergraduate course in both the fall and spring semester.
Complete University-required trainings including FERPA Title IX and Diversity Equity and Inclusion.
Contribute to the overall success of the School of Nursing and Allied Health by performing all other duties as assigned.
Consider the universitys overall benefit through flexibility and working across departments.

Required Qualifications/Education/Experience/Skills/Training:

An earned doctorate in a relevantfield.
Demonstrated experience in academic administration at the Chair/Director level or higher (2-3 years preferred).
Demonstrated experience in effective fiscal management at the university level (i.e. budget fundraising grant writing etc.)
Experience leading program directors and faculty in academic development with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
Excellent interpersonal skills and a record of collaboration across schools/colleges or departments.
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.