Dean, Dauch College of Business and Economics

Overview

Job Description: Ashland University seeks a creative, entrepreneurial dean who enjoys working with colleagues across the University and within the Dauch College of Business and Economics (COBE) to advance the education and success of students. Supporting the dean is a dedicated, experienced staff including an associate dean, the internship and experiential learning coordinator and operations manager, and an administrative assistant.

• Lead a curricular examination for two purposes: first, to understand area workforce needs and COBE's position in the market today and for the future; second, to assess COBE's responsiveness to the rapidly changing world of business and technology and to ensure that students are well prepared with the skills and mindset to enter the workforce and adapt to constant change.
• Serve the region surrounding the University by building partnerships with businesses and nonprofit organizations. With COBE's talented faculty, opportunities abound to serve the workforce through graduate and certificate programs, executive education, and short-term educational offerings. Partnerships will also be expected to benefit Ashland's students through increased internships and employment opportunities, as well as bringing seasoned professionals to campus to share knowledge and expertise.
• Build relationships with alumni, parents, friends, and community partners to raise funds to support Dauch College of Business and Economics and its faculty and students. Funding for program development, scholarships and internship support for students, and faculty development will be a key priority for the dean.
• Grow graduate enrollment with successes achieved through the means outlined above, among other strategies.
• Advance the interests of the University and effectively collaborate on the Academic Council, while also being an effective advocate for COBE.

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Ashland University seeks a dean with the following qualities or experiences:

• Places student success central to all decision-making; enjoys interacting with and supporting students.
• Successive and successful leadership roles, along with financial acumen and solid experience with budget management.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to inspire and lead others to work towards common goals.
• Preferably possesses a terminal degree, experience with graduate education and accreditation, and prior success in business or industry.
• Experience working with faculty or teaching in a university setting; candidates from outside academia with a strong understanding of higher education and shared governance are welcome to apply.