Dean of College of Humanities, Arts, Social Sciences, and Education

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

CHASSE seeks a Dean who will empower the college’s 10 departments and schools, strengthen their achievements, and provide transformative leadership for innovative, future-facing degrees and curricula. This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished leader with the passion and ability to advance the humanities and liberal arts, further applied learning opportunities and build community connections in order to prepare students with critical skills needed to lead in this fast-paced, ever-evolving society. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will work cooperatively with the faculty, department chairs, other deans, the Provost, and the Chancellor to develop and implement the college’s and university’s plans and other institutional goals. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Requirements

Terminal degree from an accredited institution of higher education
At least 5 years of administrative experience
Proven track record of leading and managing organizational change
Visionary, collaborative leadership experience with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of emerging best practices, opportunities and challenges in the changing higher education landscape
Commitment to fostering a culture of excellence within metropolitan research universities
Ability to build and sustain donor support and grant funding
A management style that will lead to increased interdisciplinary collaboration both within the college and beyond
Proven commitment to shared governance
Talent in and appreciation for innovation in community engagement and career education
Impeccable professional and personal integrity and character as an academic leader and scholar

Nice To Haves

An interest or experience in fundraising
Strong communication skills
Experience growing a department, school, or organization

Responsibilities

Develop and implement a strategic plan for the college that aligns with university mission, vision and strategic plan
Provide visionary, collaborative leadership in all aspects of college operation, finances and mission
Recruit, develop and retain diverse, highly qualified faculty from every discipline in the college who will advance the university mission and strategic plan
Generate real revenue from enrollment, research grants and giving, lead major fundraising efforts, developing significant sources of private funds and building on existing sustainable endowments
Build on the unique advantages of the university's location in Little Rock by developing partnerships with the community
Work collaboratively with faculty, other deans, provost and chancellor to develop and implement strategic goals
Raise the state, regional and national profile of the college and its programs
Represent the college before all internal and external stakeholders, including employers, state and federal organizations and the community at large
Advance excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels, both in-person and online
Promote an environment and obtain resources to foster an increase in research and scholarship appropriate to the University's Carnegie designation
Perform other duties as assigned