Dean, College Of Business & Industry

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Minimum $175,000 commensurate with experience; not...
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Terminal degree in business or engineering discipline
Minimum five years administrative experience supervising faculty
Experience with aacsb or abet programmatic accreditation
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Dean for the College of Business & Industry to provide strategic leadership, oversee program compliance, and enhance faculty and student engagement. The ideal candidate will have significant administrative experience in higher education and a commitment to equity and inclusion. **

Job Summary

  • The Dean provides leadership and advocacy 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 interdisciplinary collaborations and ensuring compliance with state and national accreditation guidelines while reporting to the Provost.

Matching Summary

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** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Dean for the College of Business & Industry to provide strategic leadership, oversee program compliance, and enhance faculty and student engagement. The ideal candidate will have significant administrative experience in higher education and a commitment to equity and inclusion. **

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 discipline
  • Minimum five years administrative experience supervising faculty
  • Experience with AACSB or ABET programmatic accreditation
  • Proven budget management proficiency
  • Strong communication skills for external constituencies

Nice-to-have

  • Record of professional scholarship meeting professor rank qualifications
  • Experience developing and implementing academic strategic plans
  • Track record of securing major gifts and funding
  • History of promoting faculty research and creative activity
  • Commitment to equity and inclusion in recruitment

Key Requirements

  • Earned terminal degree from regionally accredited institution
  • Five years experience as department head or higher educational administrator
  • Experience with AACSB or ABET accreditation processes
  • Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

Work Rights

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

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