Deans lead academic schools, colleges, and key functions at universities and other higher education institutions. They help set strategy, support faculty and students, manage budgets, and advance the institution’s mission. Browse dean jobs on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.
Responsibilities vary by institution and area of focus. A dean may oversee academic programs, faculty recruitment and development, accreditation, enrollment, student services, fundraising, or operational planning. Many roles involve working closely with department chairs, campus leadership, students, alumni, and external partners.
Dean opportunities can include Dean of a College or School, Associate Dean, Assistant Dean, Dean of Students, Dean of Faculty, and Dean of Graduate Studies. Specialized positions may focus on areas such as business, engineering, health sciences, law, student affairs, or academic operations.
Senior dean positions commonly call for advanced academic credentials, substantial higher education experience, and a record of leadership. Employers may seek expertise in strategic planning, budgeting, faculty affairs, accreditation, fundraising, or student success. Requirements differ by institution and discipline, so review each posting carefully.
Use Ladders to explore dean and other senior higher education roles paying $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, qualifications, and compensation details in each listing, then apply to opportunities aligned with your experience and career goals.
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Transform healthcare delivery by leading medical management and quality initiatives. Collaborate with clinical teams to enhance patient outcomes and drive cost-effective care while ensuring compliance...
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Accelerate progress at a dynamic team focused on developing medical stop loss programs. Drive sales initiatives, build relationships, and leverage innovative marketing strategies to achieve growth in...
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Principal Architect, Healthcare
$165K - $243K *
Deliver innovative disaster recovery solutions for healthcare systems, ensuring compliance and resilience for clinical workloads. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address complex challenges...
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Pioneer growth and excellence across multiple hospitals, driving operational success and fostering innovation. Empower teams, enhance customer experiences, and build strong community relationships whi...
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Champion data-driven decision-making by leading analytics strategy, driving enterprise-wide adoption of innovative solutions, and fostering collaboration across teams to enhance operational performanc...
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Lead the charge in enhancing payroll solutions by driving product initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and defining strategic roadmaps to deliver innovative infrastructure that empo...
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Director, Public Safety Operations
$130K - $150K *
Champion public safety operations across North America, leading program directors to ensure effective training, deployment, and customer satisfaction while aligning resources and operational prioritie...
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Field Specialist- Mechanical Sales
$80K - $95K *
Unlock your potential as a resourceful sales expert driving mechanical construction growth. Cultivate invaluable relationships, educate clients, and elevate our market presence through innovative solu...
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Field Specialist- Mechanical Sales
$80K - $95K *
Join a skilled team dedicated to driving growth in the mechanical construction sector. As a key player, you'll leverage technical expertise and market insight to build lasting relationships and expand...
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Optimize property performance through strategic maintenance leadership, driving safety culture and sustainability. This impactful role necessitates technical expertise and frequent travel to ensure ex...
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Director of E-Commerce & Digital Product
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Elevate digital experiences by guiding site operations and enhancing user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative features and optimize performance metrics, driving...
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Vice President, Medicare Partnerships
$150K *
Lead the charge in driving Medicare partnerships, enhancing contract value, and achieving growth targets through strategic sales initiatives and relationship management with health plans...
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Vice President of Transformation and Shared Services
$190K - $200K *
Elevate operational excellence by leading transformation initiatives and optimizing Shared Services. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive measurable improvements in productivity, cost efficiency...
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Director of Field Operations, Cobrand Card
$125K - $150K *
Shape high-impact growth in retail partnerships by overseeing field operations, driving application volume, and enhancing point-of-sale conversion rates. Collaborate with teams to optimize strategies...
2 weeks ago
Project Manager, Business Improvement
$100K - $120K *
Empower your career by driving impactful business improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage projects, analyze data, and enhance operational efficiency in a dynamic env...
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Manager, Event Technology & Experience
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in delivering impactful events by overseeing registration operations and leveraging technology. Collaborate with teams to enhance attendee experiences and ensure seamless execution of...
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Join a team that's driving strategic project execution and mentoring talent. Leverage advanced data analytics to build impactful dashboards and navigate stakeholder relationships, ensuring alignment w...
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Director of Learning Analytics and Strategy
$110K - $130K *
Innovate curriculum strategy and analytics to drive academic excellence, enhance learner outcomes, and support data-informed decision-making in collaboration with university partners and stakeholders...
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Unlock your potential by leading quality assurance initiatives across the loan origination lifecycle. Drive team performance, ensure compliance, and enhance operational efficiency while fostering a co...
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Join as the primary privacy leader to manage and enhance an enterprise-wide privacy program while navigating complex regulations. Collaborate across departments to drive compliance, innovation, and ef...
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Innovate your career by leading the development of groundbreaking chemical refining processes while optimizing controls for automated plant operations and enhancing team capabilities in a dynamic, gro...
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Principal Application Administrator
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Transform the Court's technology landscape by optimizing enterprise applications, guiding junior staff, and ensuring seamless operations. Collaborate with teams to enhance user experience and maintain...
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Environmental & Operational Excellence Specialist
$80K - $95K *
Contribute to operational excellence by ensuring environmental compliance through audits, reporting, and program administration. Engage with facilities to enhance culture and procedures as the company...
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Vice President, Client Services
$160K - $200K *
Lead the charge in strategic client services management, overseeing growth, engagement, and high-value account portfolio. Drive team performance and build enduring client relationships that enhance bu...
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Director, HEDIS and Quality Performance
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Join a team that's driving HEDIS performance across all business lines, enhancing quality outcomes and operational effectiveness. Lead strategic initiatives, oversee cross-functional collaboration, an...
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What does a dean do?
A dean provides leadership for an academic school, college, or university function. The role may include setting strategy, overseeing programs and budgets, supporting faculty, and promoting student success.
What qualifications are typically required for dean jobs?
Requirements vary, but many dean positions seek advanced academic credentials, significant experience in higher education, and a demonstrated record of leadership. Specific expertise may be required for a particular school or function.
What types of dean jobs can I find?
Common titles include Dean, Associate Dean, Assistant Dean, Dean of Students, and Dean of Graduate Studies. Openings may be tied to a specific academic discipline or administrative area.
How much do dean jobs pay?
Compensation depends on the institution, location, discipline, and scope of the role. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; consult individual listings for compensation details.
Where can I find dean jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse dean listings on Ladders to find vetted higher education opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.