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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Elevate business integrity by spearheading internal audits, enhancing risk assessments, and streamlining processes. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure robust controls, compliance, and effective...
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Transform the Small Commercial pricing landscape by owning the product backlog, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and delivering impactful solutions that enhance customer value and drive busi...
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Transform the billing and payments experience by leading product development for a high-impact servicing platform, enhancing efficiency and user satisfaction across diverse channels while driving mode...
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Shape the future of financial services by driving sales growth, building relationships, and expanding market share. Collaborate with partners and clients to identify opportunities and close complex de...
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Technical Product Integration Manager
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Lead the charge in creating a trusted enterprise baseline across 5,000+ applications and technology components, driving risk-based actions through AI-enabled workflows to enhance visibility, reduce ri...
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Transform cloud infrastructure for higher education products by designing, building, and operating AWS and Azure environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance reliability, automate processes, and me...
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Senior Manager, Electrical Engineering Data Center Design
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Advance your career by leading a dynamic data center electrical design team. Enhance project strategy, design, and deployment, ensuring excellence in performance while collaborating across functions t...
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VP Ancillary Provider Strategy & Management
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Drive the development and management of provider networks across all business lines, focusing on innovative reimbursement models and enhanced member experiences while collaborating with internal and e...
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Customer Success Manager, North America
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Empower customer success by managing strategic relationships, driving product adoption, and ensuring satisfaction. Collaborate with teams to resolve issues and maximize value from our platform, contri...
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Manage product development from concept to release, focusing on technical solutions. Engage with clients to define requirements, drive innovation, and ensure products meet business needs while collabo...
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Director of Procurement (Remote)
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Shape the future of procurement by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, enhancing vendor relationships, and driving financial transparency. Collaborate across teams to streamline processes and leve...
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Director, Global Trade Compliance
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Drive your career by leading a global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to international regulations while enhancing governance and operational efficiency across a complex business landscap...
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Operations Excellence Director
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Accelerate operational excellence by leading continuous improvement initiatives across service organizations. Drive quality, safety, and efficiency while optimizing spare parts and enhancing service p...
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Transform the engineering landscape by shaping strategy, fostering collaboration, and leading a high-performing team through rapid change. Drive innovation in AI observability while ensuring alignment...
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Principal Regulatory Affairs Specialist
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Empower innovation in diabetes care by navigating regulatory pathways for cutting-edge medical devices, collaborating globally to ensure compliance and product success while impacting lives positively...
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Senior Colleague Modernization Engineer
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Innovate your career by leading SaaS modernization projects, enhancing delivery efficiency through AI and automation. Drive customer success by transforming legacy systems into scalable, sustainable s...
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Elevate your career by driving enterprise sales in the EV charging sector. Leverage your B2B expertise to create opportunities, close contracts, and expand customer relationships while achieving signi...
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Senior Director, Experiential Ops & Production
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Transform live experiences by leading high-volume, quick-turn activations. Drive production excellence from concept to execution, ensuring quality, safety, and budget adherence while managing multiple...
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Field Marketing Specialist - US
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Champion the growth of North America Field Marketing efforts by coordinating events and campaigns, aligning marketing initiatives with revenue goals, and managing vendor relationships to optimize bran...
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Product Manager - Customer Data Exchange
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Lead the strategy and execution of enterprise data exchange products, ensuring secure and standardized data sharing. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive interoperability and maximize business value...
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Join a team that's transforming real estate financing by driving strategic sales, building vital relationships, and exceeding targets. This high-impact role thrives in a dynamic environment aimed at m...
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Grow your career with a dynamic team eager for results-driven sales professionals. You'll capitalize on opportunities in investment real estate, building strategic client relationships while driving r...
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Engage with real estate investors to cultivate relationships and drive revenue growth while achieving monthly sales targets of $3 million or more in origination volume. Leverage industry insights to o...
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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.