Montana State University
Dean, College of Letters and Science
Montana State University, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792
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Dean of the College of Letters and Science .Position DetailsFaculty Tenure Track:
YesFaculty Rank:
Full ProfessorPosition Number:
4B5162Department:
College of Letters & ScienceDivision:
College of Letters & ScienceAppointment Type:
FacultyContract Term:
Academic YearFTE:
1.0Salary:
Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.General StatementThe College of Letters and Science seeks a strong and visionary leader who will collaborate with faculty, students, and staff in addressing the opportunities and challenges facing the college and will lead the college toward the following strategic priorities:Providing effective management, administration, and leadership for the college:
The dean will ensure the smooth operation of the college, the departments, and affiliated offices.Foster a culture of continuous improvement:
The new dean will focus on continual enhancements of faculty-student engagement measures and curriculum streamlining of academic programs.Advocate for interdisciplinary collaborations:
The new dean will work with the administrative team, faculty, and dean colleagues to develop initiatives that benefit all stakeholders.Ensure positive accreditation outcomes:
The dean will meet and exceed professional accreditation standards.Improve student retention and grow enrollment:
The dean will lead initiatives to support steady growth in student enrollments.Represent the College of Letters and Science:
The dean will be an enthusiastic spokesperson for both CLS and MSU.Secure external funds in support of the College of Letters and Science:
The dean will raise external funds for college initiatives.Nurture, celebrate, and support the primary responsibilities of faculty:
The dean will articulate the value and role of research and scholarship.Contribute to the University’s mission:
The dean will advance the strategic direction of Montana State University.Build a bright future for the College of Letters and Science:
The dean will be an ethical, compassionate, creative, communicative, energetic, and engaging leader.Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & SkillsPossess an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.Have an exemplary record of research/scholarship activities, teaching, and service to university and broader communities.Qualify for tenure within an academic unit in the College of Letters and Science at the rank of full professor.A broad-based record of administrative and scholarly experience in research university settings.A strong ability to communicate effectively.Ability to foster teaching, research/scholarship, service, and professional development of faculty.Experience with faculty development and performance assessments.A demonstrated understanding of and support for the college's programs.A demonstrated experience of leading with sound fiscal management.A demonstrated commitment to shared governance and collaborative leadership.The desire to articulate the President’s/Provost’s vision for the University.Evidence of commitment to the land grant mission.Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & SkillsLeadership skills that include experience in an academic program that offers baccalaureate and graduate degrees.Experience in effective strategic planning and assessment.Experience in dealing with multiple constituencies.An understanding of research opportunities within a diverse college environment.A record of developing external resources through fundraising.A record of positive staff and personnel relations.A creative and approachable manner.Evidence of leading transformational change.Demonstrated accomplishments in innovative partnerships.A strong team player in terms of university governance.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.Demonstrated ability/success in fundraising.A broad understanding of the philosophy and challenges of a land-grant university.Position Special Requirements/Additional InformationThis job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job.Physical DemandsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.Number of Vacancies:
1Desired Start Date:
Upon successful completion of searchApplications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on
September 8, 2024 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.EEO StatementMontana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status.FLSA Status:
ExemptRequired Documents:Curriculum VitaeCover LetterOptional Documents:Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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Dean of the College of Letters and Science .Position DetailsFaculty Tenure Track:
YesFaculty Rank:
Full ProfessorPosition Number:
4B5162Department:
College of Letters & ScienceDivision:
College of Letters & ScienceAppointment Type:
FacultyContract Term:
Academic YearFTE:
1.0Salary:
Salary commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications.General StatementThe College of Letters and Science seeks a strong and visionary leader who will collaborate with faculty, students, and staff in addressing the opportunities and challenges facing the college and will lead the college toward the following strategic priorities:Providing effective management, administration, and leadership for the college:
The dean will ensure the smooth operation of the college, the departments, and affiliated offices.Foster a culture of continuous improvement:
The new dean will focus on continual enhancements of faculty-student engagement measures and curriculum streamlining of academic programs.Advocate for interdisciplinary collaborations:
The new dean will work with the administrative team, faculty, and dean colleagues to develop initiatives that benefit all stakeholders.Ensure positive accreditation outcomes:
The dean will meet and exceed professional accreditation standards.Improve student retention and grow enrollment:
The dean will lead initiatives to support steady growth in student enrollments.Represent the College of Letters and Science:
The dean will be an enthusiastic spokesperson for both CLS and MSU.Secure external funds in support of the College of Letters and Science:
The dean will raise external funds for college initiatives.Nurture, celebrate, and support the primary responsibilities of faculty:
The dean will articulate the value and role of research and scholarship.Contribute to the University’s mission:
The dean will advance the strategic direction of Montana State University.Build a bright future for the College of Letters and Science:
The dean will be an ethical, compassionate, creative, communicative, energetic, and engaging leader.Required Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & SkillsPossess an earned doctorate from an accredited institution.Have an exemplary record of research/scholarship activities, teaching, and service to university and broader communities.Qualify for tenure within an academic unit in the College of Letters and Science at the rank of full professor.A broad-based record of administrative and scholarly experience in research university settings.A strong ability to communicate effectively.Ability to foster teaching, research/scholarship, service, and professional development of faculty.Experience with faculty development and performance assessments.A demonstrated understanding of and support for the college's programs.A demonstrated experience of leading with sound fiscal management.A demonstrated commitment to shared governance and collaborative leadership.The desire to articulate the President’s/Provost’s vision for the University.Evidence of commitment to the land grant mission.Preferred Qualifications – Experience, Education, Knowledge & SkillsLeadership skills that include experience in an academic program that offers baccalaureate and graduate degrees.Experience in effective strategic planning and assessment.Experience in dealing with multiple constituencies.An understanding of research opportunities within a diverse college environment.A record of developing external resources through fundraising.A record of positive staff and personnel relations.A creative and approachable manner.Evidence of leading transformational change.Demonstrated accomplishments in innovative partnerships.A strong team player in terms of university governance.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders.Demonstrated ability/success in fundraising.A broad understanding of the philosophy and challenges of a land-grant university.Position Special Requirements/Additional InformationThis job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements, but a general description of the job.Physical DemandsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations.Number of Vacancies:
1Desired Start Date:
Upon successful completion of searchApplications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on
September 8, 2024 ; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.EEO StatementMontana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status.FLSA Status:
ExemptRequired Documents:Curriculum VitaeCover LetterOptional Documents:Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
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