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Full-time : Dean, College of Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Theology
Position Tracking Number : A26
School / College : College of Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Theology
Location : Azusa, CA
For Applications and Nominations Contact : Jeff Davis, jeff@jdavisassociates.com, 714-420-5600.
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APU is seeking employees who desire to engage in our thriving culture by cultivating community through professional interactions, demonstrating a posture of lifelong learning, and modeling Christ-like character. Working together, employees at APU commit to establishing a university atmosphere that is edifying to God and to one another.
Azusa Pacific University is a comprehensive, evangelical, Christian university located 26 miles northeast of Los Angeles, California. As a leading Christian university in California, Azusa Pacific University grounds rigorous academics on a solid spiritual foundation. With an intentional focus on scholarship, faith integration, diversity, and internationalization, APU provides high-quality academic programs within a tight-knit community of disciples and scholars.
Position Description :
Azusa Pacific University seeks an outstanding academic leader for the position of Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Theology. The College of Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Theology represents a merger of two current colleges / schools – the College of the Arts, the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, and the School of Theology (undergraduate programs). Reporting to the Provost, the Dean is responsible for the leadership, planning, direction, and management of the full range of programs offered by the new College.
The Dean will collaboratively and creatively advance the scholarship, research, and integration of faith and learning for a dynamic learning community with strong enrollment. APU seeks a leader with a successful history of leading in a complex environment who understands the breadth and complexity of the disciplines represented, undergraduate and graduate education, accreditation and licensure, diverse student populations, and current trends in higher education.
Qualifications, Characteristics, and Attributes :
The Dean will be the academic, administrative, and community leader, providing a defining role during a time of change and transition for this vibrant, engaged college. A minimum of eight years of leadership experience in a complex academic environment with grant and research funding is required.
- Record of teaching, scholarship, and service along with a terminal degree (PhD preferred).
- Unwavering commitment to equip, promote, and enhance the integration of faith and learning across all disciplines.
- Transparent, collaborative leadership style.
- Champion and advocate of staff, faculty, program directors, and department chairs.
- Knowledge of strategic planning and implementation.
- Verified servant leadership with utmost personal integrity.
- Excellent relational and communicative skills.
- Fiscal experience and a history of success with grants and fundraising.
- Demonstrated ability to analyze and leverage data to make decisions.
- Deep commitment to diversity and an equitable approach embodying a strong sense of cultural awareness.
- Adept at the use of technology to complement instruction and learning.
- Thorough understanding of regional and programmatic accreditation and licensure.
Experience : Extensive experience in higher education academic leadership and administration.
Workload : Full-time, 12 months.
Hire Date : January 1, 2025 or July 1, 2025
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Compensation :
Grade 29 : $180,710 to $207,816 is the annual salary for this role and reflects what Azusa Pacific University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Actual compensation may vary based on the qualifications, experience, and internal equity. In addition to compensation, APU offers a competitive benefits package.
ANTICIPATED SEARCH CALENDAR :
It is anticipated that in person / on-site interviews of the top candidates for Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, Sciences, and Theology will take place in November 2024.
SEARCH AND SELECTION PROCESS :
APU’s Provost is charged with vetting candidates for this position with assistance from an internal Search Committee. This thorough search will include consideration of applications and nominations, and the subsequent review of CVs. When appropriate, candidates will be asked to complete the APU employment application, provide a thorough vocational history, respond to a questionnaire, and take part in a screening interview. Those forwarded for consideration will then be interviewed in person by the Search Committee.
Contact :
Jeff Davis, jeff@jdavisassociates.com, 714-420-5600.
Additional Information :
Candidates must align with Azusa Pacific University's Christian identity. Faculty members are expected to sign a Statement of Faith (available at http : / / www.apu.edu / about / believe), to adhere to the policies outlined in the Faculty Handbook, and to integrate the Christian faith in teaching and scholarship.
Azusa Pacific University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
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Salary : $180,710 - $207,816