Welcome to West Liberty University! Mission Statement: West Liberty University is a public university with a rich history of providing students with a comprehensive education from undergraduate to graduate degrees. Through experiential learning and personalized support, we empower students toward scholarly exploration, creative expression, and economic opportunity. The Opportunity: West Liberty University is seeking applications for the Dean of the College of Education and Human Performance reporting to the Vic President of Academic Affairs. The Dean of the College of Education and Human Performance is a key academic leader responsible for the overall management, leadership, and strategic direction of the College. The Dean oversees all aspects of the college, including personnel, activities, budgets, and facilities, covering the departments of Graduate Teaching and Learning, Education, and Exercise Physiology. The Dean plays a critical role in shaping the strategic direction of the college, ensuring academic excellence, and fostering a culture of research and innovation. Essential Functions of the position:
- Provide visionary leadership and direction for the College of Education and Human Performance.
- Oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of academic programs and curricula.
- Ensure successful academic accreditation processes and maintain strong communication with external agencies.
- Champion graduate programs focusing on recruitment, student support, and completion rates.
- Promote faculty and student engagement in research, scholarship, and creative activities.
- Manage the college budget and resources efficiently, develop and communicate annual budget requests with input from department chairs and faculty.
- Make recommendations to the Provost regarding hiring, retention, promotion, tenure, evaluation, sabbatical leave, or discipline of college/school faculty.
- Engage with external stakeholders, including alumni, industry partners, and community organizations, to enhance the college's visibility and impact.
- Enhance student success and retention through effective advising, mentoring, and support services.
- Implement and manage technology, pedagogy, and delivery methods that support degree completion and retention.
- Address and resolve student, staff, and faculty relation issues fairly and productively.
- Participate in or lead other tasks as assigned by the Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Education & Experience Requirements:
- Doctoral degree in related field preferred
- At least 2 years in a full time faculty position is required
- Must at least hold the rank of Associate Professor at the time of appointment
Skills/Abilities:
- Initiative
- Integrity
- Leadership
- Dependability
- Collaboration
For best consideration, applications should be submitted by October 18th, 2024. Why you should apply: West Liberty University offers generous benefits, including approximately 2 days of annual leave (vacation) per month and 12-13 paid holidays. Visit the WLU Benefit Page for more details: For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs. Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card. West Liberty University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Human Resources at ...@westliberty.edu. West Liberty University does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States. Successfully passing a background screening report is required for final employment. West Liberty University is a tobacco free campus.