What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dean, College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences position at Radford University?
Posting Details
Posting Details
Working Title
Dean, College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences
Position Number
FA0780
Posting Number
AP00471P
Type of Recruitment
General Public
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Work Location
Radford
Division
Academic Affairs-10
College / Unit
Human Behavior Sciences-E&G-1110
Department
Humanities / Behavioral Scie, Coll of-11101
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Calendar Year
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time
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Work Schedule
Normal Work Schedule
M-F 8AM-5PM
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Education / experience
An earned terminal degree, preferably a PhD, in a discipline housed in the College.
Job Summary
Radford University, a public university enrolling nearly 7,800 students, invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences. Located along the iconic Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia, Radford University boasts a beautiful 211-acre main residential campus along the New River in Radford; as well as vibrant learning environments in downtown Roanoke at the Carilion Community Hospital and the Roanoke Higher Education Center ; and the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center located in Abingdon.
The College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences is composed of the School of Communication, the School of Writing, Language, and Literature, six academic departments, and Army ROTC. The school is a community of over 1,800 undergraduate and graduate students who are taught and mentored by 92 full-time faculty. Students can study across 12 undergraduate majors, 37 minors, five interdisciplinary minors, and five master's programs that highlight humanities and human behavior. Our students engage in experiential learning activities and internships that give them an opportunity to serve their communities, while preparing them for jobs after graduation. In August of 2016, the College of Humanities and Behavioral Sciences (CHBS) moved into its new home, Hemphill Hall.
Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will provide leadership and strategic direction for the College, foster ongoing development of high-quality academic programs, support student success, and build collaborative partnerships internally and externally. Working with other deans and the Provost, the Dean will advance academic excellence, encouraging, recognizing, and supporting the faculty in innovative teaching, scholarship, and service. Candidates should have an earned terminal degree, preferably a PhD, in a disciplined housed in the college. Candidates should also have a minimum of three years of experience as an academic administrator at the level of department chair or the equivalent.
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Buffkin / Baker, an executive search firm, is assisting the university in the search. To receive the full leadership profile, as well as to submit inquiries of interest, nominations, and applications, please contact :
Mr. Martin M. Baker
Dr. Pelema Ellis
Buffkin / Baker
radfordchbsdean@buffkinbaker.co m
Required Qualifications
- At least three years of progressively more responsible experience as an academic administrator at a university
- Experience as a department Chair or the equivalent.
- Demonstrated experience in areas of curriculum and program development, student recruitment and retention, faculty recruitment and development, and fiscal management.
- Success in the generation of external funding (fundraising, grant writing) and in the development and maintenance of positive working relationships with alumni and community stakeholders.
- Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing with students, faculty, staff, and administration.
- Ability to take initiative and work independently and in teams to meet the objectives of academic initiatives.
- Demonstrated excellence in teaching, professional contributions, and service befitting a tenured professor at Radford University.
Preferred Qualifications
Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience
Posting Date
12 / 13 / 2024
Application Review Date
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions to Applicants
Application Materials :
Buffkin / Baker, an executive search firm, is assisting the university in the search.
Inquires of interest, nominations, and applications should be submitted electronically, in confidence, to :
Mr. Martin M. Baker, Managing Partner
Dr. Pelema Ellis, Associate Partner
Buffkin / Baker
radfordchbsdean@buffkinbaker.com
Employment Conditions
Statement of Economic Interest is required, Must have a criminal background check
Statement of Economic Interest is required
Alternate work schedule
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Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university's policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years' of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu / police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Quick Link for Internal Postings
https : / / jobs.radford.edu / postings / 15222
