Dean for the College of Business

Husson University•Bangor, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Husson University seeks an entrepreneurial Dean to advance the College of Business distinctive model of experiential education. Husson University For more than 125 years, Husson University has transformed lives by preparing students for successful careers through an education grounded in academic excellence, experiential learning, and professional practice. Located in Bangor, Maine, Husson serves approximately 3,500 undergraduate and graduate students and is recognized for its strong commitment to career-focused education and student success. Husson University seeks an accomplished and visionary leader to serve as Dean of the College of Business. The Dean will provide strategic leadership for the University's largest college, overseeing academic programs, faculty development, accreditation efforts, enrollment growth, industry partnerships, and student success initiatives. The successful candidate will be committed to advancing innovative education, fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration, and strengthening connections with the regional and national business communities. Candidates should possess a distinguished record of leadership, scholarship, and professional achievement, along with a demonstrated commitment to student-centered learning and faculty success. The College of Business offers undergraduate and graduate programs in areas including accounting, business administration, legal studies, and sports management. Through strong corporate partnerships and hands-on learning opportunities, the College prepares graduates to become ethical, innovative, and effective leaders in a rapidly evolving global economy. The College of Business is housed in the Harold Alfond Hall. The Harold Alfond Hall stands as the academic centerpiece of Husson University’s campus and reflects the University’s commitment to innovation, excellence, and student success. Opened in 2021 through the generosity of the Harold Alfond Foundation, the state-of-the-art facility houses classrooms, laboratories, collaborative learning spaces, and faculty offices that support programs across multiple disciplines. Designed to foster hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and student engagement, Harold Alfond Hall provides an inspiring environment where students develop the knowledge, skills, and experiences needed to succeed in their professions and make meaningful contributions to their communities. Bangor offers the advantages of a vibrant small city in Maine with an exceptional quality of life. The region provides affordable living, excellent healthcare and educational resources, and convenient access to outdoor recreation, including lakes, mountains, hiking trails, and skiing. Located near the Maine coast, Acadia National Park, and Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument, Bangor offers an outstanding environment in which to live, work, and lead.

Requirements

Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in business, leadership, higher education, or a related field required.
Minimum of five years of progressively responsible academic leadership experience, including supervision of faculty and staff required.
Demonstrated success in strategic planning, accreditation, curriculum development, and academic administration.
Strong record of teaching, scholarship, and industry knowledge.
Experience managing budgets, personnel, enrollment strategies, and organizational resources.
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with alumni, industry, community organizations, and external stakeholders.
Experience leading fundraising, grant development, and external engagement initiatives.
Strong commitment to student success, academic excellence, and innovation.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, conflict-resolution, and collaborative leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience overseeing academic programs.
Knowledge of artificial intelligence, emerging technologies, analytics, and workforce trends.
Experience with online and hybrid learning environments.
Success in developing innovative academic programs and interdisciplinary initiatives.
Record of securing external funding through grants, sponsorships, or philanthropic support.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a dynamic and strategic vision for the College that aligns with the University's mission and strategic plan.
Lead innovation and growth initiatives that respond to emerging trends in business, communications, technology, and workforce development.
Foster interdisciplinary collaboration among academic programs and across the University.
Increase regional and national visibility through professional engagement and external partnerships.
Cultivate relationships with alumni, employers, industry leaders, and community organizations.
Represent the College to University administration, trustees, accrediting agencies, and external stakeholders.
Ensure academic excellence through curriculum innovation, program assessment, and continuous improvement.
Oversee development, implementation, and evaluation of academic programs and delivery modalities, including online, hybrid, experiential, and competency-based learning.
Lead accreditation initiatives and ensure compliance with standards established by accrediting bodies, including NECHE, IACBE, CFP Board, and other discipline-specific accreditors.
Direct academic program review, learning assessment, and student outcomes initiatives.
Preside over faculty meetings.
Promote student success, retention, engagement, and career readiness.
Coordinate and expand articulation agreements and educational partnerships with community colleges, secondary schools, technical centers, and professional organizations.
Recruit, mentor, evaluate, and retain high-performing faculty and staff.
Support faculty in teaching, scholarship, creativity, consulting, and professional practice.
Foster a culture of innovation, strategic planning and collaboration.
Ensure equitable faculty workload, advising assignments, and resource allocation.
Review and recommend faculty, adjunct, and staff appointments.
Conduct annual performance evaluations and support professional development planning.
Encourage interdisciplinary teaching, scholarship, and community engagement.
Collaborate with Enrollment Management and Marketing to develop and implement recruitment and retention strategies.
Utilize data-informed approaches to strengthen enrollment performance and student persistence.
Enhance program visibility, outreach, employer engagement, and strategic communications.
Support development of certificates, stackable credentials, workforce development, and continuing education opportunities.
Engage alumni and donors to support scholarships, academic and strategic priorities.
Support fundraising, grant development, sponsorships, and external revenue generation.
Provide leadership for budget planning, financial stewardship, and resource allocation.
Develop and manage annual operating and capital budgets.
Oversee facilities, equipment, technology infrastructure, and experiential learning environments.
Ensure effective purchasing, leasing, inventory control, and asset management.
Serve as an active member of the Deans' Council and Extended Cabinet leadership team.
Collaborate with colleagues across colleges and departments on institution-wide initiatives.
Participate in University governance, planning, assessment, and strategic decision-making.
Promote shared governance, transparency, professionalism, and open communication.
Represent the University in community, professional, and industry organizations.
Support initiatives that advance the University's mission, values, and strategic priorities.
Other duties as assigned