Dean, College of Business & Technologies

The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College invites applications and nominations for the full-time position of Dean of the College of Business and Technologies. Working collaboratively with faculty, this highly qualified individual will chart the College''s course within Rios mission, vision, and Strategic Plan and will be an advocate for education in the disciplines of Business and Technology.

The Dean reports directly to the Provost, serves on the Provosts Cabinet, the Presidents Administrative Council, the Academic Policy committee, and will lead the schools of Business and Technologies. The Dean serves as the College''s chief administrative officer and has curricular, budgetary, and personnel responsibilities for approximately 16 faculty and staff members.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Plan, organize, and direct academic programs in the College in accordance with Rios mission, vision, and Strategic Plan to obtain optimum student learning and program cost effectiveness.
• Establish operational policies and procedures and develop academic objectives for the College.
• Work with faculty committees to recruit, interview, recommend, and hire new full- and part-time faculty.
• Work with academic and administrative personnel to disseminate information, identify problems, monitor progress reports, and ensure adherence to goals/objectives.
• Evaluate the performance of faculty and support staff in the College.
• Advise faculty, staff, and students on problems relating to policies, program administration, and financial and personal matters, and recommend solutions.
• Promote and ensure excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service both in the College of Business and Technologies and at Rio in general.
• Manage the Colleges financial resources.
• Represents the College and the University of Rio Grande at the local, regional, and state levels as appropriate.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS:

The ideal candidate must possess outstanding credentials, including an earned doctorate or terminal degree in Business, Technology, or a related field (those with a Higher Education Administration degree may be considered), a strong record of teaching and scholarship, and hold a rank of full professor. However, those at the associate professor rank may be considered. Candidates with experience in industrial technologies are strongly encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must demonstrate effective academic leadership, with experience in planning, program development, and program review. They must have excellent written and oral communication skills, a record of advocating for faculty and students, evidence of consensus-building, academic and personal integrity, and enthusiasm.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Qualified applicants must send a cover letter detailing their interest and qualifications, current CV, and the names and contact information of at least three professional references to: Dr. David Lawrence, Provost & VP of Academic Affairs, through the University''s online applicant tracking system.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Position is open until filled. Background check, applicable license(s), and official transcripts required prior to hire. For additional information about Rio, please visit: www.rio.edu.

The University of Rio Grande/Rio Grande Community College is America''s unique private/public institution of higher education designed to provide learners the opportunity to attain a high-quality, high-value education. Our personalized, learner-centered environment promotes successful lives, careers, and responsible citizenship. Rio is nestled in the rolling hills of the Appalachian Mountains in southeastern Ohio, a primarily rural area.