Confidential is hiring: Dean of Visual & Performing Arts in North Dartmouth
Confidential, North Dartmouth, MA, United States, 02747
Dean of Visual & Performing Arts
About the Institution
Join a prestigious public research university dedicated to fostering innovative education.
Industry
Higher Education
Type
Educational Institution
Founded
1895
Employees
1001-5000
Categories
- Education
- Higher Education
- Universities
Position Overview
We are in search of an inspirational leader for the role of Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts. The ideal candidate will have a visionary approach and will be responsible for creating and executing a strategic vision that resonates with the university’s mission of enhancing access for under-served and first-generation students.
This role oversees a dynamic array of undergraduate and graduate programs across art, design, and music, focusing on strengthening pathways for student success while fostering an environment of faculty excellence and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Key responsibilities include:
- Promoting social mobility through innovative educational practices.
- Making data-informed decisions for effective resource allocation.
- Supporting a collaborative shared governance structure.
- Engaging with faculty, staff, and students to ensure their voices are heard.
- Building connections with external partners to raise the College’s national profile.
The position requires significant leadership experience, a strong track record in personnel management, and an understanding of the intricacies of modern educational institutions. A doctorate or terminal degree is required, along with substantial experience in financial management and strategic initiative leadership. We seek a candidate who is genuinely committed to enhancing the success of a diverse student body and has a passion for the intersection of teaching, scholarship, and creative endeavors.
Hiring Manager Title
Provost & Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
Travel Requirement
Less than 10%
Functions
- Education/Academic Administration
- Operations