Dean, College Of Business & Industry

University of Arkansas at Fort Smith

Fort Smith, Arkansas, USA
Minimum $175,000; benefits: yes py
Day shift
Strategic and fiscal planning
Enrollment and curricular management
Faculty and staff recruitment
The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Dean for the College of Business & Industry to provide strategic leadership and management in academic and administrative functions. The ideal candidate should possess a terminal degree, relevant administrative experience, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment

Job Summary

  • The Dean of the College of Business & Industry provides leadership and advocacy for strategic and fiscal planning; enrollment and curricular management; student recruitment and retention; program review and accreditation; faculty and staff recruitment, professional development, evaluation, and retention; excellence in teaching, scholarship, creative activity, research, and professional application; and university and community relations.
  • The University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance, with a benefits package including university contributions to insurance, tuition waivers, holidays, and retirement programs.
  • The Dean will foster interdisciplinary and interprofessional collaborations within the College, across campus, and in the community, setting and executing the strategic direction for the College and ensuring program compliance with state and national accreditation guidelines.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

The University of Arkansas at Fort Smith is seeking a Dean for the College of Business & Industry to provide strategic leadership and management in academic and administrative functions. The ideal candidate should possess a terminal degree, relevant administrative experience, and a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment.

Salary

Minimum $175,000; Benefits: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • strategic and fiscal planning
  • enrollment and curricular management
  • faculty and staff recruitment
  • excellence in teaching, scholarship
  • university and community relations
  • programmatic accreditation

Nice-to-have

  • foster interdisciplinary collaborations
  • promote research and innovation
  • support high impact teaching practices
  • secure and steward major gifts

Key Requirements

  • Earned terminal degree
  • Minimum 5 years administrative experience
  • Experience with AACSB or ABET accreditation

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter