Dean, School of Business

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Dean, School of Business

Posted February 17, 2026

Dean

School of Business, University of Charleston

Position Summary:

The Dean of the School of Business is the chief academic and administrative officer of the School and a member of the University Leadership Team. The position requires an energetic and highly collaborative faculty colleague with a demonstrated commitment to student success, teaching excellence, transformative leadership, and community engagement. This is a 12-month administrative appointment with faculty rank, reporting directly to the Provost.

Essential Responsibilities:

* Promoting the University's values of student focus, quality, and integrity, and its mission to educate each student for a life of productive work, enlightened living, and community involvement

* Collaborating with University leadership to support institutional and school goals relating to academic excellence, student achievement, enrollment growth, and financial stability

* Systematically monitoring and assessing the School's strengths, weaknesses, threats, and opportunities in consultation with faculty, staff, and institutional leadership

* Continuously monitoring student demand and university contribution for each School of Business academic program

* Leading planning processes to enhance the academic programs, brand identity and market appeal of the School and the University as a student-centered, teaching-focused institution

* Partnering with University leadership to support School and institutional admissions, marketing, enrollment, retention, graduation, and revenue goals

* Promoting a culture of innovation, transparency, and shared governance in the School and across the University by encouraging the open, honest, and respectful discussion of issues

* Ensuring effective communication with internal and external stakeholders in support of School and institutional goals

* Collaborating with School and institutional leaders to support University academic, athletic, and extra-curricular activities, including interdisciplinary initiatives

* Increasing graduate and undergraduate enrollment through new student recruitment and returning student retention

* Growing in-seat and online programs that meet the needs of learners of all ages

* Collaborating with the School of Leadership which serves adult learners through distance learning leadership and cybersecurity programs

* Supervising the assessment of academic programs, student learning outcomes, student support services, and administrative functions in the School

* Facilitating the preparation of School and program information in support of University publications, catalogs, and recruitment materials, including the University website

* Leading the preparation and administration of budgets for academic programs and administrative functions in the School, aligning budget requests with University goals and priorities

* Maintaining ACBSP accreditation

* Practicing data-informed and evidence-based decision making in collaboration with School faculty

* Recommending faculty and staff appointments, including department chairs and program directors, in consultation with the Provost and, as appropriate, University leadership

* Supervising faculty and staff personnel issues, including hiring academically/professional qualified faculty, contract renewals, promotions, and disciplinary decisions

* Monitoring and assessing faculty and staff performance, including department chairs and program directors, on the basis of the University's personnel policies and practices

* Identifying and supporting professional development opportunities for faculty and staff, including the promotion of faculty scholarship consistent with University policy

* Ensuring an equitable workload for staff and faculty, consistent with University practices

* Advancing the reputation of the School by building community relationships and initiating outreach efforts, including active engagement of alumni, advisory boards, and other professional networks

* Pursuing external funding opportunities and grant initiatives to promote School and institutional goals in consultation with faculty and institutional leadership

* Ensuring School compliance with regulatory requirements set by accrediting and governmental bodies at state, federal, and professional association levels

Qualifications:

* A terminal degree in a business-related discipline or significant professional experience in a business-related field

* A minimum of 10 years' experience as a faculty colleague and a record of progressively responsible administrative appointments in higher education or related fields

* Documented success in promoting innovation in business education and student success initiatives, including proven recruitment and retention strategies

* Familiarity with ACBSP or other business school accreditation standards

* Evidence of strong leadership, interpersonal, communication, and budget management skills

* Accomplishments in…