Dean of the School of Education, Leadership, Health and Humanities

POSITION SUMMARY:

Date application must be received for priority consideration by: October 24, 2024
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date: December 16, 2024
Closing Date or if blank, Open Until Filled:
Job Family Group: Administrative
Division/Department: Academic Affairs/Education, Leadership, Health and Humanities
Compensation Range (commensurate with experience): $104,400-$120,000 annually @ 1.0 FTE
FLSA Status: Exempt
Appointment Basis: 12-month
Time Type: Full-time
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Renewable/Non-renewable/Grants/Limited Duration: Renewable
This position must possess and maintain a current, valid Driver License: Yes
This position is designated as a critical, security-sensitive or safety-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a Criminal Background Check: Yes
Lead Work/Supervisory Responsibilities: Yes
Work Location Type: On-campus
Work Hours: M-F (8:00a – 5:00p) Hours are subject to change with notice.
Worker Status: Must be able to legally work in the United States without visa sponsorship

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS TO APPLICANT:

• Each applicant is required to provide (as attachments to the online application) the following supplemental documents: (1) a letter providing some detail of the applicant’s qualifications and interest in the position; and (2) current resume/CV
• For inquiries and additional information, please contact Human Resource Services via email at hrs@sou.edu or by phone at (541)552-8553.
• To view SOU’s very generous benefits and pension programs available to eligible positions, please visit https://inside.sou.edu/assets/hrs/Benefits/Benefit_Flyer/2024_Prospective_Candidate_Benefit_Overview_012024.pdf
• Our benefits package is an important complement to the offered salary and our Total Compensation Calculator, https://inside.sou.edu/hrs/comp-calc.html, demonstrates our value and commitment to our employees.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Dean of the School of Education, Leadership, Health, and Humanities (ELHH) is a 12- month, full-time, benefits-eligible administrative position that reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost. The Dean is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for the academic, personnel, financial, licensure, and research aspects of the School of ELHH at Southern Oregon University, ensuring alignment with the university's mission and vision. The school includes the departments of Education; Health & Exercise Science; Language, Literature, & Philosophy; Outdoor Adventure Leadership, and Military Science.

The Dean collaborates with department chairs and faculty, engages with university administration, and represents the school to internal and external stakeholders. The Dean provides leadership and oversight in securing and allocating resources to support the goals of the school and evaluating progress towards those goals. The Dean is active in community relations, including, but not limited to, regional collaborations and cultural activities.

Minimum Requirements

• An earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution in a field relevant to the school
• A minimum of three years of experience in education leadership, such as a department chair or a higher position
• Demonstrated strong leadership and management skills
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Proven experience in interpreting data for making evidence-informed decisions
• Demonstrated experience with budgets and mission-driven spending, including an ability to analyze financial reports, data, and manage resources

Preferred Requirements

• Earned tenure at the current or a previous institution
• Demonstrated outcomes with enrollment management, including recruitment and retention strategies
• Experience in developing new academic programs or certificates that attract students
• Fundraising experience and a history of working with donors
• Experience managing an academic enterprise that includes knowledge of state and federal Education regulations and accreditation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and graduate education

Essential Functions

Duties - The following examples are typical work activities that are meant to illustrate the general range of work fun