What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences position at College of Charleston?

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Internal Title

Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Position Type

Tenured Administrative

School / Area

School of Humanities and Social Sciences

Department

School of Humaniaties and Social Sciences (Admin)

Position Description

Reporting directly to the Provost, the Dean is responsible for providing the academic leadership and vision necessary for setting strategic, operational and financial directions. This includes strategic planning, personnel hiring and evaluation, student success, academic program development, professional accreditations, interdisciplinary collaborations, and fiscal management and efficiency. The Dean has overall responsibility for developing an effective collegial environment that supports excellence in teaching, research, and service.

The next Dean will have a remarkable opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from across campus to foster innovative teaching and research, build regional and international connections, foster industry collaborations, and develop internship opportunities and educational initiatives, addressing the needs of students and faculty with a global perspective.

The Dean will be a visionary leader and an integral part of the community, college, and surrounding region, with several opportunities to significantly impact the continuing growth and success of the School. As the Chief Academic and Administrative Officer of the School, the Dean oversees all matters related to educational, budgetary, and administrative affairs.

The Dean of the School of Humanities and Social Sciences will :

Thoughtfully manage financial resources and budget allocations
Provide leadership and oversight for strategic planning and analysis of School operations
Support and enhance high quality, relevant, and innovative curricula
Encourage and incentivize research, scholarship, and creative activity among faculty
Forge new partnerships, while fostering existing relationships, and articulate a vision that promotes investment support from the community, private donors, and alumni
Shepherd academic program development and enrollment management at both the graduate and undergraduate levels
Promote and track student, faculty, and staff success and achievement
Positively represent the School to College administration and external stakeholders
Foster a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive environment within the School, positively contributing to student life
Oversee the hiring and development of faculty and staff within the School

Qualifications

It is required that the Dean possess a Ph.D. or relevant terminal degree, and a record of scholarship and creative activity commensurate with the appointment to the rank of Full Professor with tenure. The Dean must also demonstrate a proven track-record of progressive and effective leadership within an academic setting. In addition, it is preferred that the Dean possesses the following :

Progressive academic administrative experience, such as associate / assistant dean, department chair, or equivalent position

Cross-disciplinary and inter-disciplinary administrative experience including significant budgetary, personnel, and programmatic innovation and experimentation

Demonstrated experience overseeing large, complex budgets, fiscal matters, enrollment management, strategic planning and personnel management

A comprehensive understanding and appreciation of the humanities and social sciences and how they fit more broadly into the mission of the College

Demonstrated accomplishment in fostering excellence in undergraduate and / or graduate teaching, learning and student success, including retention and graduation rates

Experience promoting the growth of research, scholarship, and creative activity amongst faculty

Commitment to encouraging and fostering an environment of collegiality, collaboration, and shared governance

Ability to foster external relations activities by cultivating relationships with alumni, individual donors, corporations, and other stakeholders while collaborating with local, statewide, national and international professional communities

Aptitude for and commitment to successfully initiating and managing fundraising activities for the School

Proven capability to formulate a bold vision and build consensus around the School's direction

The capacity to effectively interface and collaborate with other academic leadership including Deans of other schools across campus

Oversee and maintain coordination between the School and College Facilities Management pertaining to allocation, renovation, and creation of physical space

Intimate understanding of the current higher education landscape and trends

Strong communication skills and a commitment to openness, collaboration and transparency

Visionary leadership skills needed to propel the School into its next phase of development and growth

Special Instructions to Applicants

The Search Committee invites applications, inquiries, and nominations for the position of Dean, School of Humanities and Social Sciences. Applications should be accompanied by a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of at least five professional references. Applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled and review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, interested candidates are encouraged to submit materials to Parker Executive Search prior to January 3, 2025.

Laurie Wilder, President

Porsha Williams, Vice President

Jacob C. Anderson, Senior Principal

Jack McGrew, Associate

Parker Executive Search

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Posting Date

11 / 05 / 2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled?

Posting Number

F2016437P

EEO Statement

The College of Charleston is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group on the basis of sex, gender (including gender identity and / or expression), pregnancy, race, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, and other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information, please visit eop.cofc.edu.

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