Dean, College Of Business & Industry

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, United States
Base: minimum $175,000 commensurate with experienc...
Monday through friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, with occasional overtime and travel required.
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 leadership in strategic planning, faculty management, and community relations. The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree and significant administrative experience in higher education, particularly in business or engineering disciplines

Job Summary

  • The Dean provides leadership and advocacy for strategic planning, enrollment management, and faculty development within the College of Business & Industry.
  • This role requires overseeing recruiting, hiring, and retention efforts while ensuring compliance with state and national accreditation guidelines.
  • The University offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions, and 12 official holidays.

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 leadership in strategic planning, faculty management, and community relations. The ideal candidate will possess a terminal degree and significant administrative experience in higher education, particularly in business or engineering disciplines.

Salary

Base: Minimum $175,000 commensurate with experience; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health, dental, life, disability insurance, tuition waivers, retirement contributions 5-10%

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 track record in strategic and fiscal planning
  • Ability to lead interdisciplinary collaborations

Nice-to-have

  • Record of professional accomplishments meeting professor rank qualifications
  • Experience securing and stewarding major gifts
  • History of promoting research and creative activity growth
  • Expertise in performance-based formula funding models
  • Strong commitment to equity and inclusion initiatives

Key Requirements

  • Earned terminal degree from regionally accredited institution
  • Five years experience as department head or related higher education admin
  • 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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