Dean, College Of Business & Industry

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Minimum $175,000 commensurate with experience; not...
Not specified
Terminal degree in business or engineering
Dean or associate dean experience required
Programmatic accreditation experience aacsb or abet
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Dean for the College of Business & Industry, responsible for leading strategic planning, enrollment management, and faculty recruitment. The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree and significant experience in higher education administration, particularly with programmatic accreditation

Job Summary

  • The Dean provides leadership for strategic planning, enrollment management, and faculty development within the College of Business & Industry.
  • The University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement contributions ranging from 5 to 10 percent.
  • This role requires fostering partnerships with community stakeholders and ensuring program compliance with state and national accreditation guidelines.

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The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Dean for the College of Business & Industry, responsible for leading strategic planning, enrollment management, and faculty recruitment. The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree and significant experience in higher education administration, particularly with programmatic accreditation.

Salary

Minimum $175,000 commensurate with experience; Not specified; Benefits include health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, and 5-10% retirement contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Terminal degree in Business or Engineering
  • Dean or Associate Dean experience required
  • Programmatic accreditation experience AACSB or ABET
  • Budget management proficiency
  • Faculty recruitment and retention leadership

Nice-to-have

  • Record of professional scholarship and research
  • Experience securing major gifts
  • Promoting high impact teaching practices
  • Leading interdisciplinary collaborations
  • Supporting equity and inclusion initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Earned terminal degree from regionally accredited institution
  • Minimum five years administrative supervising faculty experience
  • Experience with AACSB or ABET accreditation
  • Proof of legal authority to work in United States

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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