Dean, Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions

Dean of the Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions

Weber State University seeks a dynamic and distinguished leader to serve as the next Dean of the Dr. Ezekiel R. Dumke College of Health Professions. This position represents a unique opportunity for an experienced and visionary administrator to shape the future of the University's largest College, which enrolls more than 5,200 students across a broad and diverse portfolio of healthcare programs.

Reporting to the Provost, the Dean serves as the chief academic, strategic, and administrative leader for the College. The College employs 223 faculty and staff members and operates with a $22.4 million annual budget, supplemented by an additional $20 million in gifts and endowments. In collaboration with University leadership, fellow deans, chairs, faculty, staff, and students, the Dean will help articulate and advance a strategic vision for the College, while fostering a culture of shared governance, open communication, transparency, and mutual respect.

The Dean provides forward‑thinking leadership that supports the College's mission to prepare highly skilled healthcare professionals through innovative, high‑quality education and strong clinical partnerships. Overseeing 14 departments and 12 major academic programs, the Dean ensures academic excellence, accreditation readiness, and alignment with the rapidly evolving needs of the healthcare workforce.

The role includes championing a collaborative, student‑centered environment; supporting faculty development and scholarly activity; promoting interdisciplinary education spanning clinical, administrative, and public health fields; and innovative leadership that supports the College's mission.

The Dumke College of Health Professions comprises a broad array of departments and schools, including Athletic Training & Occupational Therapy, Dental Hygiene, Emergency Healthcare, Exercise & Nutrition Sciences, Health, Physical Education & Recreation, Health Sciences, Medical Laboratory Sciences, Physician Assistant Medicine, Radiologic Sciences, Respiratory Therapy, the School of Health Administrative Services, and the Annie Taylor Dee School of Nursing—which encompasses the Associate Degree of Nursing, the Bachelor's Degree of Nursing and Nursing Graduate Studies.

Beyond academic leadership, the Dean plays a vital role in external engagement by cultivating partnerships with healthcare systems, industry leaders, and community organizations. The position requires strategic oversight of budget planning, advancement efforts, resource development, and stewardship of endowment funds.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong, authentic connection to the College's diverse academic disciplines, and a deep understanding of the broader healthcare and health education landscape, enabling them to effectively advocate for and guide all programs within the College.

As the public face of the College, the Dean represents the College across the University, throughout Utah and on the national and international stage, championing the Dumke College of Health Professions' longstanding reputation for excellence and supporting its continued growth and impact on the education landscape.

The search will remain open until an appointment is made. Additional information including a leadership profile can be found at

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile.

Application materials, nominations, and inquiries can be directed to Mercedes Chacón Vance and Charlotte Harris at Weber
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Weber State University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.