Cultivate revenue-generating opportunities, including but not limited to grants & donor relationships Foster the development, evaluation, and retention of staff Academic Excellence Ensure academic excellence of programs, lead assessment and accreditation efforts within the school Support high-quality teaching, research, and service Manage faculty personnel processes within the school, as well as oversee management of personnel issues to include recruitment, performance management, development, and advancement, in support of teaching, research, and service Student Success Direct, manage, and guide NASPAA accreditation processes to ensure the continued accreditation of the MPA program Supervise undergraduate and graduate curriculum development, class scheduling, program evaluations, and the implementation of academic policies; ensure curricula and the program portfolio align with regional needs and strategic priorities of the institution Establish vision, guidance, and expectations for the enrollment management work of the unit, including but not limited to program marketing, student recruitment, and retention Guide and participate in student recruitment, retention, and success initiatives, including supervision of student services and support programs. Basic Qualifications Required Qualifications An earned doctorate in public administration, management or policy, criminal justice, public health, health policy, health administration, non-profit management, environmental affairs, or related fields A distinguished record of teaching and scholarship, sufficient for tenure at a rank of Full Professor Leadership and administrative experience in an academic setting Familiarity with the National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration (NASPAA) accreditation process A commitment to an educational philosophy that is student-centered and combines theory and practice Preferred Qualifications Innovative, effective, academic leader with proven leadership skills Strong team building/collaboration, organizational, and managerial skills The ability to work effectively across interest groups Demonstrated financial acumen Progressive academic administrative experience Record of successful fundraising Department Contact for Questions Questions regarding the position or application process can be directed to Ellen Szarleta, Chair of the Search and Screen Committee, Indiana University Northwest, 3400 Broadway, Gary, IN 46408, eszarlet@iu.edu