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
Dean or associate dean experience required
Minimum five years administrative leadership
** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith seeks a Dean for the College of Business & Industry who will provide strategic leadership, oversee academic programs, and enhance faculty and student engagement. The ideal candidate should possess significant administrative experience in higher education, particularly in business or engineering, and have a strong commitment to equity and inclusion. **

Job Summary

  • The Dean provides leadership for strategic planning, enrollment management, and faculty recruitment to advance the College's mission.
  • The position requires a history of working with diverse teams to implement academic goals and ensure program compliance with accreditation guidelines.
  • Benefits include university contributions to health insurance, tuition waivers, and retirement programs ranging from 5 to 10 percent.

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** The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith seeks a Dean for the College of Business & Industry who will provide strategic leadership, oversee academic programs, and enhance faculty and student engagement. The ideal candidate should possess significant administrative experience in higher education, particularly in business or engineering, and have a strong commitment to equity and inclusion. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Terminal degree in Business or Engineering
  • Dean or Associate Dean experience required
  • Minimum five years administrative leadership
  • Experience with AACSB or ABET accreditation
  • Budget management proficiency required

Nice-to-have

  • Record of professional scholarship and research
  • Experience securing major gifts
  • Promoting growth of faculty research
  • Supporting high impact teaching practices
  • Leading department leadership selection

Key Requirements

  • Earned terminal degree from regionally accredited institution
  • Five years supervising faculty in Business or Engineering
  • Experience with programmatic accreditation (AACSB or ABET)
  • 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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