Dean of College of Business Administration

Agency

Department

Texas A&M University-Central Texas invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Business Administration.

Institutional Overview

Texas A&M University-Central Texas (A&M-Central Texas) became a stand-alone university on May 27 2009 one of 12 universities within the Texas A&M University System. A&M-Central Texas is an upper level institution offering the junior- and senior-level coursework needed to successfully complete baccalaureate degrees and all coursework leading to the completion of graduate degrees including masters and specialist programs. The university provides a wide range of flexible course schedules including online hybrid evening and weekend classes.

The beautiful new campus of A&M-Central Texas is located on 672 acres of land in Killeen Texas. Located in the heart of Central Texas Killeen has a city population of over 153000 a metro population of 496000 and a thriving economy fueled by Fort Hood one of the largest military bases in the country. Killeen is approximately an hour north of Austin and is situated within the I-35 corridor one of the fastest growing trans-metropolitan regions in North America. This area is known for its affordable living welcoming community rich cultural offerings and well-developed infrastructure. Killeen offers convenient access to major metro areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth Austin and Houston.

The student population at A&M-Central Texas is multicultural and growing currently serving approximately 2500 students with a student/faculty ratio of 15:1. For more information about the university please visit the College

The College of Business Administration (COBA) at A&M-Central Texas enrolls approximately 1200 students across three departments: Accounting and Finance Computer Information Systems and Management and Marketing. COBA offers undergraduate degrees in accounting business computer information systems computer science information technology finance human resource management management and addition to the general MBA degree COBA offers Master of Science (MS) degrees in accounting information systems and leadership. COBA has 32 faculty members three advisors and three administrative assistants. The college is proud of its outstanding faculty innovative curriculum and family-friendly atmosphere. The College of Business Administration is accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB).

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs the Dean will serve as the academic and administrative leader for the college and will be responsible for the strategic and academic direction of its operations. The Dean will work with department chairs faculty and staff to achieve the goals of the college and the university through shared governance collaborative and consultative processes and consensus-building. The Dean will be committed to faculty and staff development and adopt strategies to support faculty teaching scholarship and service consistent with the teacher-scholar model.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any US employer. The university is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the reputation and ranking of the College at regional and national levels.

• Effectively navigate challenges by managing change addressing crises and mitigating risks to ensure the colleges continued success.

• Lead efforts to enhance recruitment retention and graduation rates by developing and marketing degree programs for both traditional and non-traditional students.

• Create and foster strong relationships with external stakeholders alumni industry and other community partners to support fundraising inform the revision and development of curricula that meet industry needs and facilitate the colleges growth.

• To promote student success after graduation provide support for experiential learning academic achievement career preparedness and participation in student organizations and activities.

• Develop and implement a vision for the college aligning intermediate and long -term growth plans with the universitys strategic and institutional effectiveness plans.

• Leverage strong decision-making and problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues drive continuous improvement and achieve strategic goals.

• Oversee development and implementation of assessment measures that drive continuous improvement of undergraduate and graduate teaching and enhance student learning.

• Support and encourage faculty in the production of meaningful research and the pursuit of external grant funding.

• Ensure compliance with college university system state and national policies and regulations including regional and AACSB accreditation requirements.

• Supervise the administrative staff and department chairs in the conduct of the routine business of the college including effective academic advising degree planning and maintenance of student records.

• Develop and manage the budget for the college.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• An earned doctoral degree in a discipline closely related to one of the colleges areas of study such as business accounting economics finance management marketing computer science or computer information systems.

• Experience as a faculty member or administrator at an AACSB-accredited business school.

• An academic record of excellence in teaching research and service that would support an initial appointment with tenure at the rank of professor in a discipline in the college.

• Experience with external fundraising and building strong connections with community partners.

• At least 3 years of administrative experience in higher education at the level of department chair or higher with a participative transparent and equitable leadership style that is consistent with the Universitys core values.

• Strong organizational communication interpersonal and presentation skills with the ability to effectively engage with constituents at all levels including students faculty and administrators.

• Proven record of leadership and service to the institution and local community.

• Commitment to excellence shared governance and student success.

Compensation

Salary range of $190000-$200000 per year depending on experience. Texas A&M University System benefits contribute significantly to total compensation supporting health and wellness financial wellbeing and professional development.

How to Apply
To apply go to the Texas A&M University-Central Texas Job webpage at Date

Applications will be accepted until position has been filled.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institutions procedures including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.