Dean, College of Business

Job Title

Dean, College of Business

Agency

Texas A&M University - Texarkana

Department

Office of Vice President for Academic Affairs

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Texarkana, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Texas A&M University—Texarkana is an ascending member of the Texas A&M University System and is currently the fastest-growing university within the System.  Unprecedented growth in enrollment and expansion of academic programs has led to the formation of the new College of Business and an opportunity for an inaugural Dean of the College. The inaugural Dean of the College of Business is the chief academic administrator of the College and its current programs which include a BBA with concentrations in Management, Accounting, Agribusiness, Retail Management, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Sports Management, Banking and Finance, Wealth Planning, Supply Chain Management, Business and Data Analytics, Business Information Systems (or MIS), and General Business. We also offer an MS in Accounting, an MBA in Quantitative Finance, and an MBA with concentrations in Energy Leadership, Information Technology, Management, and Supply Chain Management (with a STEM CIP Code). Future programs include a BS in Information Technology, MS in Business and Data Analytics, and Doctorate in Business Administration. The Dean reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Dean is expected to increase the research profile of the college and will support the University’s commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide strategic and visionary leadership for the College, including the development of new programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Serve as the chief academic administrator of the College.
• Increase the research profile of the College
• Work collaboratively with Admissions, Enrollment Services, and other units for the College's recruitment and retention efforts.
• Work collaboratively with University Advancement and Marketing for the College's marketing and branding efforts.
• Identify and pursue opportunities for college advancement through philanthropy and grantsmanship.
• Manage budget, personnel, space, and other resources with efficiency and accountability.
• Work collaboratively and coordinate with the Office of Institutional Effectiveness, Research, and Planning (IERP) to maintain AACSB or any other accreditation of programs.
• Oversee class schedule development for each semester and/or term.
• Foster an organizational culture that supports collegiality and professional development of students, faculty, and staff.
• Promote excellence in scholarship, teaching, university service, and community outreach with relevant programs, goals, and activities.
• Ensure coordination of the College with university programs, initiatives, and strategic goals.
• This document represents the primary duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Management, Marketing, Accounting, Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business and Data Analytics, Business Information Systems (MIS), or General Business. Academic credentials commensurate with appointment at the rank of Associate or Full Professor with tenure at Texas A&M University—Texarkana.
• A record of successful administrative experience and leadership in a university setting at the level of Department Chair/Head or higher.
• Demonstrated evidence of administrative knowledge and skills/abilities including, but not limited to, budgeting and personnel management/supervision.
• Record of excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Minimum of eight (8) years teaching experience in higher education.
• Evidence of commitment to student-centered education.
• Experience with academic and professional accreditation processes (e.g., AACSB).
• Demonstrated excellence in research resulting in publication.
• Experience with student recruitment.
• Experience with strategic planning.
• Experience with undergraduate and graduate-level curriculum development, program development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated ability to wo