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slippery rock university Dean of the College of Business in Slippery Rock, Pennsylvania
Dean of the College of Business
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Please upload all documents using the online system as well as providing contact information for three (3) professional references. Your application materials, particularly your cover letter, should address how your background and experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications for the position.
Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.
Official transcripts will be required prior to employment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 2025.
Posting Details
Position Details
Posting Number N01099
Classification Title Manager E4
Working Title Dean of the College of Business
Employee Group Manager
Bargaining Unit Management
Location Main Campus
Department Office of the Provost
Pay Rate Salary is commensurate with experience
Employment Type Regular FT
Work Schedule
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Slippery Rock University ( SRU ), a regional public master’s university and member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education, invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Business.
The Position: The Dean of the College of Business is responsible for the academic leadership of the College, and reports to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. The dean will develop a forward-looking vision for the College in line with the institution’s strategic plan and will provide strong and effective leadership for its programs and faculty. The successful candidate will be expected to lead strategic and long-range planning efforts and work with others to implement change including fostering faculty development, encouraging, strengthening, and broadening alumni and community relations and collaborations with industries and organizations, advancing the College’s successful development/fundraising programs, and promoting international partnerships.
The job requires strong administrative and leadership skills, a demonstrated commitment to diversity, and effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. The Dean will enhance academic program offerings and ensure outcomes are assessed, and accreditations and facilities are maintained, lead initiatives to recruit students as well as increase enrollment and retention, manage employee relations in a unionized environment, advance the University’s commitment to excellence in teaching, form an effectual College Board of Visitors, and participate as a colleague to advance the direction of Academic Affairs and the University.
The College: The College of Business comprises the departments of Communication, Media, and Sport Management; Finance, Accounting, Marketing, and Economics; Management; Safety Management; and the Military Science ( ROTC ) program. It houses approximately 1900 majors and 70 faculty members. The School of Business is AACSB -accredited, the Sport Management program is COSMA -accredited, and the Safety Management is QAP - BCSP - approved. Programs are offered on campus, online, and in China through a shared program with the Quanzhou University of Information Engineering ( QUIE ).
The Institution: An institution committed to student success, Slippery Rock University opened in 1889 as Slippery Rock State Normal School with the original purpose of training teachers. Since that time, the institution has dramatically expanded and now operates as one of the 10 institutions in Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education and has over 70,000 current alumni. SRU serves to transform the intellectual, social, physical, and leadership capacities of students to prepare them for life and career success. Slippery Rock’s nearly 8,600 students have the opportunity to pursue more than 150 undergraduate programs and 40 graduate programs in five colleges: the College of Business, the College of Education, the College of Engineering and Science, the College of Health Professions, and the College of Liberal Arts. The University employs 950 faculty and staff, 92% of SRU professors hold a Ph.D. or terminal degree, and students enjoy a 24:1 student-to-faculty ratio. Slippery Rock University holds full institutional accreditation with the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and 19 programmatic accreditations.
With strategic data-driven planning, the University has streamlined existing academic programs and added new programs that reflect job-market trends and societal needs. The University values and invests in the professional development of its faculty and staff. SRU consistently places in the top two on the System’s financial dashboard, which assesses a variety of metrics across the areas of market demand, operating efficiency, and financial performance. The University has received high ratings for stewardship of its physical assets. SRU is ranked among the best regional universities in the North by U.S. News and World Report. To learn more about the University, please visit www.sru.edu
Location: Slippery Rock University’s campus comprises more than 660 rolling acres in one of western Pennsylvania’s most beautiful areas. Slippery Rock offers historic charm in a small-town setting. The borough is home to approximately 3,500 residents. The University offers an abundance of cultural enrichment opportunities throughout the school year, and the region provides numerous year-round outdoor activities. Slippery Rock is also a convenient drive to major metropolitan centers such as Pittsburgh, Cleveland, and Erie.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned doctorate from an accredited institution
A distinguished record of teaching, scholarly achievement, and professional accomplishments sufficient to qualify for appointment at the rank of full professor in one of the college’s departments
Five years of higher education administrative experience at the department chair level or above with evidence of strong leadership and negotiation skills
Ability to work collaboratively and productively with administrators, faculty and staff
Knowledge of a wide range of programs outside of the traditional business programs
A demonstrated commitment to promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging
Successful performance in an on-campus interview and presentation
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in development of innovative programs, distance learning, and collaborative endeavors
Managerial experience in a collective bargaining institution
Successful fundraising experience and development of corporate partnerships
Experience fundraising in a capital or comprehensive campaign environment
Experience with AACSB accreditation
A demonstrated ability to align budget goals with strategic planning initiatives
Posting Detail Information
Posting Date 12/12/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled No
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Chief Human Resource Officer
Human Resources
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2070
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please upload all documents using the online system as well as providing contact information for three (3) professional references. Your application materials, particularly your cover letter, should address how your background and experiences align with the required and preferred qualifications for the position.
Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment.
Official transcripts will be required prior to employment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 2025.