Position Details

Position Information

NBAPOSN Title

Working Title
Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE)

Brief Position Overview

The Office of the Dean of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education (CASE) of Montana State University-Northern (MSUN) seeks applications for the Dean position. This position is a 12-month, full-time professional and eligible for MUS Benefits.

Position Number
TBD

Department
Office of the Dean (CASE)

Division
College of Arts, Sciences, & Education

Appointment Type
Professional

Contract Term
Fiscal Year

Semester

If other, specify From date

If other, specify End date

FLSA
Exempt

Union Affiliation

FTE
1.0

Benefits Eligible
Yes

Compensation
Annual

Salary
$115,000

Contract Type
MUS

If other, please specify

Recruitment Type
Open

Position Details

General Statement

The Dean serves as the chief administrative and academic officer of the College of Arts, Sciences, and Education and makes academic and administrative decisions and recommendations pertaining to College offerings and operations at both the undergraduate and graduate levels and within the College's Continuing Education program. As a key member of the Provost's leadership team, the Dean reports to and works with the Provost and Senior Vice-Chancellor for Academic Affairs. The Dean oversees within the College strategic planning budgets; fundraising; curriculum; continuing education; student recruitment and retention; faculty and staff recruitment, development, support, evaluation, and retention; program development; assessment and reporting; accreditation activities; administration; and community outreach.

Priorities of the College include further strengthening research and graduate education, fostering a first-class undergraduate education experience within the College, reinforcing positive relationships with stakeholders in the community, and partnering with key entities across the university to foster learner success. The Dean provides inspirational leadership grounded in a steady commitment to academic excellence and aligned with the University's strategic vision and values (http://www.msun.edu/aboutmsun/mission.aspx).

Duties and Responsibilities

1. Oversee all administrative operations of the College.
2. Ensure College-level compliance with all relevant collective bargaining agreements and university policy.
3. Lead College faculty and staff in developing and implementing a College-level strategic plan that supports the university's strategic plan and identifies measurable goals and objectives for ongoing assessment.
4. Oversee, support, and work closely with the College Chair(s) to ensure high-level performance of Chair duties as detailed in Section 6.5 of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
5. Guide academic departments in the development of new academic programs as well as updates to, and innovation in, existing programs at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.
6. Assist academic departments within CASE in setting and meeting goals for student enrollment, retention, graduation, and academic performance.
7. Lead faculty in programmatic assessment and accreditation and reaccreditation processes with NWCCU and programmatic accrediting agencies (e.g., OPI, CAEP, and CACREP).
8. Identify and address faculty and students needs related to technological resources for teaching and learning and for research and scholarship.
9. Represent the College and provide leadership in university-level planning and evaluation activities.
10. Expand and enhance the College's presence in the larger community via outreach, partnerships, and recruiting activities including collaboration with other state and tribal colleges and universities.
11. Collaborate with the Northern Alumni Foundation and other personnel in fundraising efforts to strategically develop resources for the College and the institution.
12. Serve as an integral part of the Provost's senior leadership team.
13. Encourage, support, and enhance faculty and staff professional and leadership development.
14. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Terminal degree from accredited institution of higher education in one of the disciplines or professions within the college.
2. A record as an accomplished administrator reflecting progressively responsible leadership roles in higher education.
3. A professional record that meets the standard for faculty tenure at MSU-Northern.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills

1. Previously tenured at a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
2. Demonstrated ability to be communicate clearly and effectively with constituencies.
3. A record of budget management, personnel management, strategic planning, and data-informed decision making.
4. Demonstrated commitment to shared governance and a history of collaborative, inclusive, consultative, and transparent decision-making, including communicating difficult decisions respectfully.
5. A record of working with national and state policies and accreditation related to educator preparation and/or nursing education programs.
6. A record of commitment, advocacy, and success in advancing the well-being of faculty, staff, and students.
7. Demonstrated dedication to teaching and learning and to the mission of a public, comprehensive regional university.
8. Demonstrated proficiency in platforms commonly used in higher education such as Banner, Chrome River, SmartBuy, Canvas, and Office 365.
9. Demonstrated ability to identify institutional priorities and provide strong leadership amidst the changing higher education landscape.

The Successful Candidate Will

1. Ability to exercise independent judgment, discretion, and problem-solving in complex situations
2. Ability to interpret and apply federal regulations, policies, and grant requirements
3. Ability to establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and community partners
4. Ability to analyze data and use assessment results to support program improvement and student success initiatives
5. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing
6. Ability to work effectively with students from diverse academic, socioeconomic, and cultural backgrounds

Special Requirements

Physical Demands

1. Office environment
2. Possible hours outside of normal workday

This position has supervisory duties?
No

Posting Detail Information

Announcement Number
STAFF - VA - 2700001P

Number of Vacancies
1

Desired Start Date
Immediate

Position End Date (if temporary)

Open Date

Close Date

Until an adequate pool is established
No

Special Instructions Summary

In this application, and the required cover letter, resume or CV, and list of references, DO NOT include your protected private information such as date of birth, citizenship status or immigration information, social security number, or any other protected information. This does not apply to the Authorization Form for Background Check.

Applicants must upload the following with their application:

1. A cover letter which addresses how you meet the required and preferred qualifications, your professional and academic career goals, and your interest in the position.
2. A resume or curriculum vitae.
3. A list of three professional references.

In the online application in the Background Check field, type YES to show you understand this additional requirement.

Complete an Authorization Form for Background Check
https://www.msun.edu/hr/forms/Authorization_for_Background_Investigation-MSU-Northern.pdf

Submit your completed and signed form to:
Human Resources
Montana State University-Northern
P.O. Box 7751
Havre, MT 59501-7751
406-265-3568 or 406-265-3789
HR Dept. Fax 406-265-3530

Quick Link for Internal Postings
https://jobs.msun.edu/postings/2682