Dean - James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Application: Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence. Required application materials (which must be attached to the application in the “Documents Needed to Apply" section) include: (1) a letter of interest, addressing the position qualifications and the opportunities and challenges of the college’s disciplines in higher education in the next decade; (2) a detailed current and complete curriculum vitae (CV); (3) official transcripts from all institutions attended (unofficial transcripts may be submitted with the application materials; however, official transcripts must be provided BEFORE the scheduled on-campus interview if selected as a finalist; attach unofficial transcripts as one document); and (4) the names and contact information for five references. Applications will not be considered complete until all documents have been received. To receive full consideration, please submit your application materials by March 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Posting Details Position Information Job Title Dean - James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies Full Time/Part Time Full Time FLSA Exempt General Job Description This is a full-time, twelve-month faculty position responsible for working with academic administrators and the academic council to provide responsible leadership within the college while also representing the college and university in administrative matters. Responsible for overseeing graduate and undergraduate education; promoting teaching, research, and other professional activities; facilitating planning and development of new programs; supervising the budget; and soliciting funds from external sources. The dean is an administrator, the quality of whose performance has fundamental impact on the success of the institution in attaining its specific goals. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs. Essential Job Functions 1. Exercises leadership in budget preparation. 2. Establishes funding priorities. 3. Monitors budget execution within the college. 4. Coordinates fundraising activities. 5. Keeps academic administrators informed of issues related to their programs and faculty. 6. Oversees the process of hiring and evaluating faculty and staff. 7. Facilitates college policy development. 8. Advises the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs on matters affecting the instructional programs of the university. 9. Oversees degree plan preparation and qualification for graduation. 10. Facilitates program development, operation, and evaluation. 11. Supervises, counsels, and evaluates academic administrators, faculty, and staff. 12. Promotes excellence in faculty teaching, service, professional growth/development, and academic achievement. 13. Provides leadership for enhancing the visibility, enrollment, and resources of the college both on and off campus. Non-Essential Job Functions 1. Makes recommendations on all personnel actions within the college. 2. Interprets policy and adjudicates appeals and exceptions. 3. Teaches in college, as time permits. 4. Participates in recruitment and retention activities, as appropriate. 5. Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation. 1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures. 2. Ability to be classified as professor in one of the disciplines within the college. 3. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public. 4. Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, and constituents. 5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. 6. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions. 7. Ability to develop objectives, evaluate effectiveness, and assess needs. 8. Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget. 9. Ability to solicit funds for the college and university. 10. Ability to develop, interpret, and evaluate policies and procedures. 11. Ability to supervise and train others. Physical Demands Required Education Terminal degree in an academic discipline tenurable within the college is required. Required Experience and Training Five years of administrative experience in academic administration, preferably at the academic unit head level or above, and qualifications for rank of professor with tenure in one of the disciplines of the college is required. Experience working to promote excellence in a variety of programs is required. Strong record of research and other scholarly achievements is required. Preferred Qualifications Special Conditions for Eligibility This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check. This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy. Min Pay Rate Mid Pay Rate Salary Information Commensurate with Experience Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting Stephen F. Austin State University, a member of The University of Texas System, seeks nominations and applications for an enthusiastic and collaborative dean with exceptional leadership, strategic, and interpersonal capabilities to lead the James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies. As the chief administrative officer of the college, the dean reports to the Provost/Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and serves on the Deans’ Council. The dean directs, oversees, and actively participates in teaching, research, and outreach missions by supervising personnel, securing resources, representing and promoting the college, and preparing and administrating budgets. The dean is responsible for the college’s planning processes, academic program development, accreditation, student and faculty recruitment and retention, and fundraising. The dean actively seeks and supports programmatic innovations that build transformative academic and professional experiences for James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies faculty, staff, and students. The vision of the College: The James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies will be the college of choice for students striving to achieve professional excellence through exemplary programs that are recognized at state, national, and international levels. The mission of the College: The mission of the James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies is to prepare competent, successful, caring, and enthusiastic professionals dedicated to responsible service, leadership, and continued professional and intellectual development in an interconnected global society. To accomplish this mission, the goals of the James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies are to: · Provide transformational experiences for our students. · Promote meaningful and sustained enrollment growth. · Attract and support high quality faculty and staff. · Improve and maintain an optimal college culture. · Provide academic and co-curricular innovations. · Increase connections with stakeholders. The College: The James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies prepares students for lifelong careers, with employer-desired skills and opportunities for internships and field experiences. On-campus facilities include: •Robert S. McKibben Building •Janice A. Pattillo Early Childhood Research Center •Human Services & Technology Building •Norton Health, Physical Education Building •Human Sciences North Building •Human Sciences South Building •Education Annex •1401 Mound Street (Culinary Café & Commercial Kitchen) •Construction Management Laboratory The college is in a time of transition. The name of the college has been enlarged to better represent the scope of the degrees and disciplines found within the college. Additionally, the organizational structure of the college is in transition, moving from four academic units to three academic units. Finally, the faculty and college leadership are seeking school status for each of the academic units: • School of Allied Health Studies (formerly the Department of Human Services & Educational Leadership and the Department of Kinesiology & Health Sciences) • School of Education Studies (formerly the Department of Education Studies) • School of Human Sciences & Professional Studies (formerly the School of Human Sciences) A few points of pride include: •Accreditation •Aviation sciences program •Community services •Award winning faculty, including recipients of competitive research grants, e.g., STARS and JackSTARS ·Active student organizations ·Experiential learning and state of the art facilities, e.g., Human Performance Lab, Stanley Center for Speech and Language Disorders, Counseling Clinic, Culinary Café The James I. Perkins College of Education, Allied Health, and Professional Studies enrolls 2,263 undergraduate students, 577 graduate students, and 77 doctoral students. There are 12 undergraduate degrees offered, 13 graduate degrees, and two doctoral degrees. Of the college’s 100 full-time faculty, 74 are tenured and tenure track, and 88 hold graduate faculty status. The successful applicant will be responsible for leading the reorganization process and the updating of college and academic unit practices and procedures. Qualifications: The successful candidate will have a terminal degree in one of the disciplines in the college and should have at least a decade of discipline-specific academic experience. The candidate will demonstrate an ongoing distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, service, and administrative responsibility in a university setting that qualifies him or her for tenure at the professor level. The candidate will possess excellent leadership skills, be capable of building consensus, and have experience recruiting and mentoring faculty. The candidate must have demonstrated experience in managing a diverse and complex academic enterprise with the ability to appreciate and serve as an advocate for all academic disciplines within the college and in managing a complex, multi-million dollar budget. Demonstrated competence in the scholarship of teaching and learning, service-based learning, internships, technology-assisted teaching, and related innovative and/or experiential learning activities that enhance student learning is expected. The candidate must be an effective communicator, able to develop and promote goals for the college, and interact effectively with other deans, faculty, staff, students, and the community. The candidate must also have the demonstrated ability to secure external financial support for all college programs through grant procurement, successful fundraising, and other advancement activities. Community and University: Stephen F. Austin State University, located in Nacogdoches, is in the East Texas Piney Woods region, 140 miles northeast of Houston and 165 miles southeast of Dallas. With a population of 33,000 residents, Nacogdoches is a wonderful place to call home. Founded in 1779, it is considered the oldest town in Texas and is designated as the Garden Capital of Texas. The brick streets of downtown offer specialty shops, art galleries, local eateries, and live entertainment venues. The university is a comprehensive institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, research, and service. In addition to the main campus, the university offers programs and instruction at several offsite locations. The university enrolls more than 10,000 students and offers more than 69 areas of study within six academic colleges: business, education/allied health/professional studies, fine arts, forestry/agriculture, liberal/applied arts, and sciences/mathematics. Graduate students can earn degrees from 39 master’s and four doctoral programs. Is Background Check Required? Yes Benefit and Retirement Eligibility This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. EEO Statement Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304. Posting Detail Information Posting Number S2025-006 Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants Number of Positions Available 1 Posted Date 01/23/2025 Review Start Date 03/03/2025 Close Date Work Schedule Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants Application: Nominations and expressions of interest will be held in confidence. Required application materials (which must be attached to the application in the “Documents Needed to Apply" section) include: (1) a letter of interest, addressing the position qualifications and the opportunities and challenges of the college’s disciplines in higher education in the next decade; (2) a detailed current and complete curriculum vitae (CV); (3) official transcripts from all institutions attended (unofficial transcripts may be submitted with the application materials; however, official transcripts must be provided BEFORE the scheduled on-campus interview if selected as a finalist; attach unofficial transcripts as one document); and (4) the names and contact information for five references. Applications will not be considered complete until all documents have been received. To receive full consideration, please submit your application materials by March 1, 2025. The position will remain open until filled. Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/12521 Contact Information Contact Name Gary Wurtz Contact Phone (936)468-2801 Contact Email gwurtz@sfasu.edu Contact Information Applicants will be contacted by the hiring department if selected for an interview If you have technical questions about this job posting, please contact HR at (936) 468-2304. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). + * Which of the following represents the highest level of education you have completed? + High School Diploma + Bachelor's degree + Master's degree + Doctoral or Terminal Degree + * Please list the fields of your terminal and undergraduate degrees. (Open Ended Question) Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents + Curriculum Vitae + Cover Letter + Transcript(s) + List of References Optional Documents + Other Document