Dean of College of Arts and Science

Dean of College of Arts and Science

Texas A&M University-Central Texas invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences.

Institutional Overview

Texas A&M University-Central Texas (A&M-Central Texas) became a stand-alone university on May 27, 2009, one of 12 universities within the Texas A&M University System. A&M-Central Texas is an upper-level institution offering the junior- and senior-level coursework needed to successfully complete baccalaureate degrees and all coursework leading to the completion of graduate degrees, including master's and specialist programs. The university provides a wide range of flexible course schedules, including online, hybrid, evening, and weekend classes.

The beautiful new campus of A&M-Central Texas is located on 672 acres of land in Killeen, Texas. Located in the heart of Central Texas, Killeen has a city population of over 153,000, a metro population of 496,000, and a thriving economy fueled by Fort Hood, one of the largest military bases in the country. Killeen is approximately an hour north of Austin and is situated within the I-35 corridor, one of the fastest-growing trans-metropolitan regions in North America.

This area is known for its affordable living, welcoming community, rich cultural offerings, and well-developed infrastructure. Killeen offers convenient access to major metro areas such as Dallas-Fort Worth, Austin, and Houston.

About the College

The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) at A&M-Central Texas enrolls approximately 800 students across three departments:
Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, and Science and Mathematics. CAS offers undergraduate degrees in English, history, music, social work, aviation science, biology, mathematics, nursing (RN to BSN), mechanical engineering technology, criminal justice, anthropology, sociology, political science, and liberal studies. CAS offers master's degrees in English, history, interdisciplinary studies, mathematics, nursing administration, criminal justice, homeland security, and public administration. CAS has 37 full-time faculty members and three administrative assistants.

The college is proud of its outstanding faculty, innovative curriculum, and family-friendly work environment.

Position Overview

Reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs, the Dean will serve as the academic and administrative leader for the college and will be responsible for the strategic and academic direction of its operations. The Dean will work with department chairs, faculty, and staff to achieve the goals of the college and the university through shared governance, collaborative and consultative processes, and consensus-building.

The Dean will be committed to faculty and staff development and adopt strategies to support faculty teaching, scholarship, and service, consistent with the teacher-scholar model.

Responsibilities

• Enhance the reputation and ranking of the College at regional and national levels.
• Effectively navigate challenges by managing change, addressing crises, and mitigating risks to ensure the college's continued success.
• Lead efforts to enhance recruitment, retention, and graduation rates by developing and marketing degree programs for both traditional and non-traditional students.
• Create and foster strong relationships with external stakeholders, alumni, industry, and other community partners to support fundraising, inform the revision and development of curricula that meet industry needs, and facilitate the college's growth.
• Promote student success after graduation, provide support for experiential learning, academic achievement, career preparedness, and participation in student organizations and activities.
• Develop and implement a vision for the college, aligning intermediate and long-term growth plans with the university's strategic and institutional effectiveness plans.
• Leverage strong decision-making and problem-solving skills to resolve complex issues, drive continuous improvement, and achieve strategic goals.
• Oversee development and implementation of assessment measures that drive continuous improvement of undergraduate and graduate teaching and enhance student learning.
• Support and encourage faculty in the production of meaningful research and the pursuit of external grant funding.
• Ensure compliance with college, university, system, state, and national policies and regulations, including institutional and discipline-specific accreditation requirements.
• Supervise the administrative staff and department chairs in the conduct of the routine business of the college, including effective academic advising, degree planning, and maintenance of student records.
• Develop and manage the budget for the college.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Minimum Qualifications

• An earned doctoral degree in one of the disciplines represented in the college or a closely related field.
• An academic record of excellence in teaching, research, and service that…