Dean of the University College, Commonwealth Campuses

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The Pennsylvania State University, a leading public research University, is seeking applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the University College for the Commonwealth Campuses. Penn State’s Commonwealth campuses serve a diverse student population of 30,000 and employ more than 7,500 full and part-time employees, including 2,600 faculty. The Dean of the University College reports directly to the Vice President for Commonwealth Campuses and Executive Chancellor (VPEC) and is a senior member of the VPEC’s leadership team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for all matters related to promotion tenure for the member campuses of the University College and will provide leadership in strategic academic development. This position will work closely with chancellors and campus leaders, faculty, staff and others in establishing an academic and strategic vision that will advance the mission of the institution. The successful candidate will provide guidance and leadership to the University College leaders and others on a wide range of faculty issues related to academic and faculty affairs and have responsibility over programs quality, assessment of curriculum and instruction, faculty support, budgeting and fiscal management, new program development, student enrollment, retention , and success. The position will liaise with central University offices on matters of curricular affairs, and with academic leaders across the Commonwealth campuses.

Candidates for this position should possess credentials appropriate for a tenured appointment at the preferred rank of professor and a minimum of five years of academic administrative experience in a higher education environment. Other essential skills include a broad knowledge of major issues within higher education, an exceptional level of intellect, collegiality, integrity, creativity, a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and successfully with others. Excellent leadership, interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are essential. Other essential skills include a broad knowledge of major issues within higher education and a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a complex academic organization This is a 48-week academic administrator appointment.

Review of applications will begin February 19, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Penn State is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in all its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion and belonging that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, and leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity. We value inclusion and belonging as core strengths and essential elements of our public service mission.

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