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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Drive impactful fundraising efforts by managing a diverse portfolio of major donors. Collaborate with leadership and teams to enhance donor engagement and achieve ambitious financial goals across the...
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Transform the home modification process by managing requests, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with vendors. Leverage your expertise in architecture and construction to enhance accessibility for...
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Champion efficient trading processes while managing SMA and UMA trades. Collaborate with clients and sponsors to execute model changes and ensure seamless trade operations. Leverage your analytical sk...
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Vice President, Network Development & Contracting
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Empower provider network strategy by overseeing contracting, analyzing costs, and supporting market expansion. Lead initiatives to enhance network operations and ensure alignment with company objectiv...
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Implementation Manager, Essentials
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Drive the future of implementation management by leading high-volume projects for fire and EMS agencies, executing end-to-end configurations and transitions, ensuring agencies utilize their purchased...
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Shape innovative cloud and hybrid infrastructure solutions while collaborating with diverse teams to ensure security, scalability, and efficiency in store technology operations. Elevate performance th...
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Analyze diverse research projects to provide actionable insights for leadership. Collaborate with a dynamic team, utilizing AI tools and your curiosity to tackle complex questions and deliver clear, c...
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$98K - $149K *
Drive sales growth by developing and expanding the industrial chiller distributor network. Build strong relationships, implement strategic plans, and leverage market insights to achieve targets and en...
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FSP Associate Manager, Safety Data & Systems
$110K - $130K *
Elevate safety data management by leading GPS operations, ensuring compliance and quality in safety reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system workflows and drive improvement...
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Lead the charge in technical excellence by independently managing complex DDC implementations, mentoring junior engineers, and driving continuous improvement initiatives in mission-critical data cente...
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Drive our growth marketing strategy end-to-end, optimizing lead generation and performance campaigns to boost pipeline and revenue. Collaborate with Sales and Product teams, harness data insights, and...
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Lead the charge in building high-throughput systems as you manage a team of engineers. Drive technical excellence and team growth while collaborating across functions to deliver innovative solutions i...
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Unlock potential by leading a dynamic team in Workforce Management and Quality Assurance. Drive operational excellence, vendor partnerships, and innovative strategies to enhance service delivery and p...
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Territory Manager - Chicago Med District
$100K - $194K *
Empower healthcare professionals by driving sales of innovative cardiac solutions. Collaborate with clinicians to enhance patient care through education and support, while achieving sales objectives a...
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Vice President, Carrier Partnership
$103K - $161K *
Drive strategic growth by establishing and nurturing key partnerships with Enterprise Claims carriers, ensuring service excellence and collaboration across internal teams to enhance business outcomes...
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Lead client engagements by building strong relationships, managing projects, and driving business growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality solutions while mentoring staff and id...
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Senior Manager, Client Success
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in delivering exceptional client services for high-value accounts. Develop integrated marketing strategies, oversee multidisciplinary teams, and drive account growth while ensuring qua...
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Elevate your career by leading a technical team to enhance collaboration tools in a dynamic, cloud-based environment. Engage with federal clients, drive Agile practices, and ensure toolset efficiency...
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Senior Manager, Information Security & IT
$160K - $180K *
Lead the charge in enhancing cybersecurity and IT programs across compliance, cloud, and application security. Collaborate with teams to implement secure practices in a hands-on role while driving ini...
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Product Manager, Billing & Collections
$132K - $165K *
Shape the future of billing and collections by driving product strategy and enhancing user experiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable payment solutions that boost revenue...
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Manage and expand a high-volume portfolio of B2B healthcare accounts, ensuring exceptional customer engagement and retention while driving product adoption and scalable processes in a fast-paced envir...
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Principal Product Manager (Technology)
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Transform your career by leading product strategy and execution for digital transformation platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify key challenges, drive impactful solutions, and...
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Innovate the growth strategy for our impact-driven organization, leading teams in expanding revenue while effectively enhancing patient engagement and outcomes in underserved communities. Drive measur...
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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.