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Institution: University of Mary Hardin-Baylor

Position: Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts

General Information:

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor welcomes inquiries, nominations, and applications for Dean of its College of Visual and Performing Arts, available on June 1, 2018.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate should be a:
•Communicative leader who can build relationships within the College and the University;
•Collaborative leader who can participate in policymaking and direction for the University;
•Strategic leader, willing to promote innovative ideas and diverse modes of course delivery as the College grows in numbers of students and programs;
•Visionary leader who can further the College’s goals and objectives, identify emerging academic issues and recommend appropriate program responses;
•Christian leader who can apply their personal commitment to Christ to further the Christian mission of the College and the University.

The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications:
•Terminal degree from an accredited institution in an academic discipline within the college;
•Experience and scholarly attainment that qualifies the candidate to teach at the college level in education;
•Substantial administrative experience; A portion of the administrative experience in a higher education environment is preferred;
•Proven track record of building relationships with all constituents; and
•Demonstrated ability to think systemically, administer collegially, and advocate effectively for the University, the College and its faculty and students.


Job Description/Responsibilities:

The University of Mary Hardin-Baylor welcomes inquiries, nominations, and applications for Dean of its College of Visual and Performing Arts, available on June 1, 2018.

The Dean provides leadership to 26 full time faculty and staff. The College of Visual and Performing Arts is comprised of two departments: Art and Music. In addition, we offer a Conservatory of Music Program. The College also hosts a variety of camps and conferences throughout the year. The Art Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design and the Music Department is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.

The College of Visual and Performing Arts offers 4 degrees: a B.A. in Art, a B.F.A. in Art with emphasis in Studio Art, Art Education or Graphic Design, a B.A. in Music and a B.M. with emphasis in Church Music, Music Education or Performance. More information is available at http://undergrad.umhb.edu/cvpa/

The Dean will lead the College of Visual and Performing Arts to support the University’s mission to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society. The Dean will have the opportunity to impact the College through academic leadership, curriculum development and other program advancement; faculty research; accreditation; budget and resource development; assessment and evaluation; continuous quality improvement; and the recruitment and retention of faculty, staff, and students.

UMHB deans teach up to two courses per year, serve under a 12-month faculty contract and appointment letter, and report to the Provost & Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs.


Salary Range: unspecified

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Deadline: open until filled

Contact:


To Apply:
Please visit http://hr.umhb.edu/careers/

►Please submit a cover letter, CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application. Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB’s mission and values, found at http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.


Other Information:

Inquiries, Referrals and Applications: If you know of qualified candidates, we would appreciate your referral. To submit a nomination or confidential inquiry, please visit our Academic Leadership Opportunities site at http://hr.umhb.edu/careers/

Date Listed: 12/07/2017


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