Dean - College of Arts & Humanities

The University of Texas Permian Basin welcomes applications for the position of Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities

Candidates will also need to apply using the link below for full consideration

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Salary Range

Commensurate with Experience

Introduction

The University of Texas Permian Basin seeks applications and nominations for an academic leader for the newly created College of Arts & Humanities. The dean will help guide the college's effort in academic and curricular development, as well as faculty and staff development, and will help build partnerships with university stakeholders and alumni. The Dean of the College of Arts & Humanities will be an experienced, visionary leader with outstanding credentials and strength in fostering excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and community engagement.

The Permian Basin is one of the country's fastest-growing, culturally vibrant, economically invigorated regions-full of industry, culture, and wide-open spaces. Spanning an area of 75,000 square miles, the low-lying geological formation of the Permian Basin is a stunning stretch of land with unique beauty that's home to the big, beautiful Texas skies. It's also home to the world's largest petroleum
¿ eld. However, it's not only oil fueling the region's substantial energy boom; wind and solar developments are diversifying the Permian Basin, putting it on the map as a critical energy provider for the future. West Texas is seeing an explosion in economic activity as other industries such as school education,
¿ nance, construction, healthcare, digital technology, transportation, real estate, and public sector jobs grow alongside it.

Home to over 7,500 enrolled students, UT Permian Basin bene
¿ ts from the vast resources and support of the world-renowned University of Texas System yet is lean enough to foster a connected, tight-knit community while remaining
¿ nancially accessible to any student. With an unwavering commitment to students, a strategic approach to designing higher education, and the resources to ensure academic success, UTPB is set to nurture the leaders who will go on to shape the future of West Texas and the nation.

One of UT Permian Basin's most academically diverse colleges, the College of Arts & Humanities contributes to the education of virtually every student at UT Permian Basin through its core curriculum. In addition to excellent teaching, the college produces quality research and creative work.

The University of Texas Permian Basin is seeking an exceptional individual to fill this critical leadership role and continue to advance the College of Arts & Humanities in its pursuit of academic excellence and societal impact. The dean will work with faculty and University leadership to develop strategic directions for the College, including a phenomenal opportunity to implement the academic reorganization, started last academic year.

In addition to strong administrative experiences, the ideal candidate will have proven success in leading faculty in developing strong teaching, research, accreditation, and community/industry outreach initiatives.

Essential Functions

Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean of the College of Arts and Humanities serves as the chief academic officer for the College and provides strategic leadership for academic programs, faculty development, student success, research, scholarship, and community engagement. The Dean works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and University leadership to advance academic excellence, support enrollment growth and retention, oversee academic operations and resource management, and strengthen partnerships that contribute to the mission of The University of Texas Permian Basin and the economic vitality of the Permian Basin region.

The Dean provides leadership for the College's departments, promotes innovation in teaching and learning, and fosters a culture of excellence, collaboration, and student achievement.

1. Provide strategic leadership for the College of Arts and Humanities and align college priorities with University and Academic Affairs strategic plans.

2. Lead academic and curricular development initiatives across the College.

3. Oversee the administration, assessment, and continuous improvement of academic programs.

4. Support faculty development, scholarship, research, creativity, and service initiatives.

5. Promote excellence in teaching and student learning outcomes.

6. Foster activities that improve student recruitment, retention, achievement, and timely graduation.

7. Oversee faculty and academic staff appointments, evaluations, and performance assessments.

8. Develop and implement strategies that support enrollment growth and student success.

9. Provide leadership for accreditation, assessment, and academic quality initiatives.

10. Develop and manage the College budget and ensure responsible stewardship of resources.

11. Collaborate with faculty and…