Dean of the College of Education

Position Information

Position Information

Position Title: Dean of the College of Education Working Title: Dean of the College of Education Position Number: 000237 Full-Time Or Part-Time: Full Time Time Limited Position: No Number of Vacancies: 1 Department: Academic Affairs Posting Number: 0401896 SHRA/EHRA: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS) Job Category: Professional Hiring Range: Commensurate with Education and Experience Overall Position Competency: Exempt Professional Staff (EPS) Primary Purpose of the Organization:

The College of Education at Fayetteville State University is committed to preparing highly qualified educators and leaders who are competent, committed, and caring. The College supports academic excellence through innovation in teaching, research, and service, and addresses the educational needs of diverse and underrepresented populations, especially in rural and underserved communities.

Primary Purpose of the Position:

As the chief academic officer of the College of Education, the dean serves as the academic leader of the unit and, therefore, must have credentials appropriate to be awarded tenure at the rank of professor in a department within the university. The dean represents the unit to the university and other constituents and must be able to effectively communicate and advocate for the unit's views to the university and the outside community and, in turn, must be able to accurately communicate the university's concerns to the unit. When acting on behalf of the unit, the dean must distinguish between personal views and those that reflect the consensus of the unit. The dean manages the unit's resources and must be able to do so in a fair and equitable manner. In consultation with department chairs, the dean has the primary responsibility and authority for:

• Developing and articulating a vision and mission that support the particular goals of the unit and the broader goals of the University.
• Articulating the budgetary needs of the unit, managing the budget allotted, prioritizing allocations, maintaining accurate records of expenditures, and ensuring adherence to university fiscal policies and procedures.
• Overseeing all personnel matters involving academic and non-academic employees including formulating performance criteria and monitoring their application to unit personnel during hiring, tenure, promotion, retention and performance evaluation processes; recommending leaves and special assignments to the Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs; ensuring that faculty in the unit are fully engaged in departmental and general faculty duties.
• Providing a key communication link between the university administration, faculty, and students for purposes of information sharing as well as mediation when necessary.
• Promoting excellence in teaching, research, and service to include coordinating the assessment and development of academic programs, and research, scholarship, and service agendas within the unit.
• Facilitating collaborative relationships and partnerships between external stakeholders in the education profession with the College of Education faculty, staff and students to support continuous improvement for the education, research, and service needs of the region, state, nation and global connections.
• Acting as a mentor and facilitator for the department chairs as they carry out their duties.
• Evaluating department chairs, associate dean, and other direct reports according to university policy.
• Serving on university committees as requested by the Provost/Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and the Chancellor; coordinating development, advancement and fundraising activities at the unit level and promoting and participating in university-level fundraising; and promoting the visibility of the college in the region, state, and nation.
• Completing other duties as assigned by the Provost/Senior Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Chancellor.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements:

• An earned Ph.D. or Ed.D.
• Prior Pre-K-12 and/or higher education teaching experience:
• Prior higher education administrative experience.
• A record of scholarship/research, and service at the higher education level .
• Excellent oral/written communication skills.
• Strong technology skills.
• Experience in directed research of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Tenured at the Full Professor level.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:

• Comprehensive knowledge of pre-K-to-12 education, including instruction, operations, organizational structures, budgeting, accreditation, public relations, and other related areas.
• Thorough knowledge of the processes, requirements, and standards of agencies that accredit postsecondary educator preparation programs.
• Extensive knowledge of postsecondary education, to include budgeting, assessment, organizational structures, faculty recruitment and retention, instruction, and academic support.
• Comprehensive knowledge of assessment in higher education.
• Practical knowledge of technology tools that are used in the functioning of higher education institutions.
• Excellent communication skills that enable the dean to articulate the visions, mission, and needs of the College of Education to multiple internal and external constituencies.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills needed to manage a multi-unit, multi-disciplinary academic unit.
• Effective budget management skills to include allocation of funds based on strategic priorities, promotion of operational efficiencies, and development of thorough and accurate budget reporting.
• Ability to build consensus and collegiality among faculty and staff with disparate interests and sometimes competing demands.
• Ability to evaluate staff to promote ongoing professional development.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications: Special Instructions To Applicants:

Fayetteville State University has retained Buffkin/Baker executive search firm to support this recruitment.

While applications and nominations will be accepted until a successful candidate has been appointed, interested individuals are encouraged to submit their materials as soon as possible for full consideration as review of submitted materials will begin immediately. The ideal start date is early February, 2027.

To apply, please submit a resume and/or vita, and cover letter to: FSUDeanCOE@buffkinbaker.com

To make a nomination, provide a referral, or for additional information, please use the contact information below.

Martin Baker, Partner & Practice Leader, Buffkin / Baker, 336.721.9100

Ken Carrick, Partner, Buffkin / Baker, 980.296.5401

Janny DeLoache, Associate Partner, Buffkin / Baker, 704.377.7828

Notice to Applicants:

To apply, please submit a resume and/or vita, and cover letter to: FSUDeanCOE@buffkinbaker.com

Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Additional Information for Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings.

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