Dean, College of Business & Technology
Full Time
Seward, NE 68434
Posted
Job description
Join our team of servant leaders and make a difference in people's lives! Founded in 1894 by The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, Concordia University, Nebraska is a private, coeducational institution of higher learning. The main campus is located in Seward, (population 7,000). If you thrive in a community driven environment, you will enjoy Concordia University and Seward's classic small-town community feel with access to the state's capital, just 30 minutes away. If you want to learn more about Concordia University, Nebraska please visit www.cune.edu.
Dean, College of Business & Technology
Position Summary:
The Dean of the College of Business & Technology will be an innovator, entrepreneur, and relationship-builder who provides effective leadership and vision that advances the values, mission, vision and strategic plan for the College of Business & Technology and the University. The Dean will be outward-facing by playing a key role in cultivating relationships with outside organizations and College of Business & Technology alumni, and also inward-facing as a strong leader and representative for the College Faculty and Program Directors. As a leader, the Dean will be responsible for recommending appointments, promotion, and contract status of Faculty while also encouraging and advocating for excellence in teaching and research.
The Dean oversees the quality, budget, enrollment, and retention for programs in the College of Business & Technology, including the Paul H. & Mary Ann Koehler Department of Business; Department of Computer Science and Mathematics; Master of Business Administration Program (In-Person and Online); Master of Healthcare Administration Program (Online); Master of Science in Athletics Administration Program (Online); and the Bachelor of Science in Healthcare Management program (Online). In addition to the above-mentioned Departments and Programs, the Dean is also responsible for overseeing the direction of five new enrollment growth and differentiating initiatives: 1) Institute for Ethical Leadership; 2) Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship; 3) Collegiate Leadership Competition Team; 4) Programming Team; and 5) Bulldog Innovators.
General Duties:
Internal College of Business & Technology:
- Promotes the mission, vision and values of the College of Business & Technology and the University through the activities and programs of the college and works with other administrators to assure the well-being and success of Concordia University, Nebraska.
- Leads and manages progress of the College of Business & Technology Strategic Plan and alignment with the university strategic plan.
- Serves as a Direct Supervisor for Department Chairs, Program Directors, and Institute Directors in the College of Business & Technology while promoting a positive work environment for staff, faculty and students.
- Serves as the Program Director for the Master of Business Administration program that includes, but is not limited to: hiring and managing program Faculty; ensuring program assessment tasks are completed and reported; developing session course schedules based on student needs and strategic course offering plan; and overseeing curriculum revision and design.
- Oversees curriculum, teaching, advising and assessment in the College of Business & Technology academic programs by encouraging creativity, innovation and scholarship.
- Provides operational responsibility for budgets within the college.
- Engages in program review, program development, and ensuring alignment with university and program accreditation.
- Acts as an ombudsman for faculty and students in the college.
- Teaches courses as approved by the Provost.
External:
- Cultivates and maintains relationships with local, regional and national organizations for the purposes of building pipelines for internships and full-time positions for students in addition to sponsorships of initiatives and named endowments.
- Collaborates with the Advancement Office to identify College of Business & Technology program alumni and friends of Concordia with aspirations of involvement in College of Business & Technology initiatives and eventually as donors.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
- Earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
- Established record of excellent university teaching, scholarship and distinguished university, professional and community/public service.
- Academic leadership and management experience within an institution of higher learning.
- Knowledge of higher education practices and trends.
- Knowledge of program and curriculum development, management, and leadership in both the online and on-ground modalities
- Successful application of innovative teaching methods and technology use in both modalities.
- Experience in the application of information management systems.
- Member of a congregation of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, preferred.
- Understanding of and commitment to the mission of Concordia University, Nebraska.
- Proven record of integrity with a passion for academic excellence, effective teaching and educational innovation.
- Superior written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences.
- Collaborative and entrepreneurial leadership style that emphasizes openness, consultation and transparent decision making.
- Ability to effectively represent the College of Business & Technology while working in collaboration with internal and external constituents.
- Sensitivity to and knowledge of adult education and graduate and undergraduate programs in online, traditional and other delivery modalities.
- In depth knowledge of how technology is used to deliver and enhance teaching and learning.
- Familiarity with national, regional, and professional accreditation processes.
To apply please complete and attach where directed:
- a cover letter,
- a curriculum vita,
- a statement of educational philosophy,
- copies of all academic transcripts, and
- three letters of recommendation with contact information.
- Please note that all documents should be combined in one file that is uploaded or emailed to human.resources@cune.edu
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