Dean College of Education and Human Sciences

Dean - College of Education and Human Sciences

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Dean - College of Education and Human Sciences.

Position Details

Location

Hattiesburg

118 College Drive
Hattiesburg Mississippi 39406-0001
United States

Division

College of Education and Human Sciences

Position Type

Administrative Faculty

Employment Status

Full Time

Grant Funded

No

Pay Grade

Generic Grade

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicants Applicants should submit acover letter addressing their qualifications and interest in the dean positiona current curriculum vitae a brief statement of leadership philosophy andexperience and contact information for three professional references. For fullconsideration applications must be submitted by January 6 materials may be requested at a later date. Questions may bedirected to the search committee chair Dr. Chris Winstead ().

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in theUnited States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. TheUniversity will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g. H-1B).
Job Summary
The Dean providesadministrative oversight and leadership for the college serving as its chiefexecutive and academic officer as it grows and evolves to meet the educationalneeds of the University. As a collaborative leader the Dean works alongsideSchool Directors and faculty to champion student success and facultyachievement across teaching research creative activity service and economicdevelopment. The role offers the opportunity to shape the colleges futurewhile balancing strategic growth with responsible resource management.

Offering anumber of highly ranked and nationally accredited programs the College ofEducation and Human Sciences (CEHS) is home to six thriving schools includingthe schools of Education Human Development and Family Science Kinesiology andNutrition Library and Information Science Psychology and Social Work. CEHSprepares both traditional and non-traditional students with innovativecurricula and field experiences through our 12 undergraduate and 20 graduateprograms across Hattiesburg Gulf Park (GP) and online campuses. Primary Duties and Responsibilities

1. Providesleadership for and management of the colleges day-to-day operations including active engagement in shared governance oversight of faculty and staff recruitment strategic workload management and the promotion of organizational alignment and effectiveness across Schools and Colleges.
2. Ensures adherence to institutional principles regarding allocation and oversight of facility fiscal and personnel resources within the college.
3. Oversees faculty and staff personnel actions including evaluation retention promotion tenure and advocates for competitive compensation to support the recruitment and retention of high-quality personnel.
4. Leads and participates in the colleges strategic planning and continuous improvement including curriculum teaching and learning scholarship professional and fiscal development.
5. Leads the development of internal and external relationships for support of the colleges teaching scholarship and strategic growth through partnerships donations and grants.
6. Represents the college at the University level and coordinates effectively with other divisions of the University and performs other duties as assigned.
7. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
An earneddoctorate in a discipline represented in or closely related to thoserepresented in the college.
Earnedtenure and rank of full professor or eligibility for promotion to fullprofessor upon appointment consistent with the established promotion criteriain the unit and program of appointment.
Demonstratedsuccess in higher education leadership and administration of an operationalunit at the chair level or above including oversight of budgets personneland complex organizational operations.

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• StrategicLeadership and Organizational Acumen
  Demonstratesa comprehensive understanding of higher education including academic affairsenrollment trends accreditation shared governance and the externalenvironment affecting colleges and universities. Demonstrates strategicthinking and aligns college priorities resources and initiatives with theUniversitys mission and strategic plan. Actively seeks relevant informationdata expertise and perspectives to evaluate complex issues and make informeddecisions that advance long-term institutional goals.
• AcademicLeadership and Professional Expertise
  Demonstratesa record of achievement in teaching scholarship creative activity andservice sufficient to earn the respect and confidence of faculty and academicleaders. Maintains current knowledge of emerging trends best practices andinnovations relevant to education human sciences and higher academic excellence and student success through continuous improvementand evidence-based decision making.
• Operationaland Resource Management
  Effectivelymanages personnel financial physical and technological resources to advancethe colleges mission and strategic priorities. Demonstrates strong planningorganizational and project management skills. Uses data and assessment resultsto evaluate opportunities allocate resources and achieve desired outcomeswhile maintaining accountability and operational effectiveness.
• Communicationand Advocacy
  Communicatesclearly professionally and effectively with diverse internal and externalconstituencies. Demonstrates strong written verbal and interpersonalcommunication skills. Listens actively fosters open dialogue and promotestransparency in decision making. Effectively advocates for the college itsfaculty staff students and programs.
• RelationshipBuilding and Collaboration
  Buildsand sustains productive relationships with faculty staff students alumnicommunity partners industry leaders donors and university the ability to foster collaboration across academic andadministrative units. Establishes credibility and trust through ethicalleadership integrity and mutual respect.
• Leadershipand Talent Development
  Providesvisionary collaborative and inclusive leadership. Creates an environment thatsupports faculty and staff success through mentoring professional developmentsuccession planning and recognition of achievement. Establishes clearexpectations promotes accountability manages change effectively and inspiresa culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications
Prior successfulexperience working with various accreditation bodies (e.g. The Commission onColleges and Universities CAEP APA).
Experiencewith community partnerships industry engagement and alumni relations.
Demonstratedoversight of traditional online hybrid or innovative academic programs.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910 The University of SouthernMississippi has remained dedicated to preparingstudents for success. We deliver programs to more than 13000 studentsin Hattiesburg and Long Beach at teaching and research sites across theMississippi Gulf Coast as well as online. Weare a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university earning distinction as one ofthe nations leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work inpolymer science ocean science spectator sports safety and security and bringinglanguage to children with communication disorders. We are also a nationalleader in a broad range of disciplines including cybersecurity hydrographynutrition aquaculture kinesiology and economic development among others.

We produce graduates ready to enterfields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs suchas computer engineering information technology and ocean engineering. Were developing the next generation ofbusiness leaders while also responding to critical workforce shortages byproducing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition ofexcellence in the arts we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nationaccredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles ourstudent-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion andpersistence Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information visit . The University of Southern Mississippi is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. EOE/VETS/DISABILITY.