Dean of the Honors College

Job TitleDean of the Honors College Agency Texas A&M University - Texarkana Department Office of Vice President for Academic Affairs Proposed Minimum SalaryCommensurate Job LocationTexarkana, Texas Job TypeStaff Job Description The inaugural Dean of the Honors College is the principal administrator and primary advocate for the college and reports directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs. The Dean is responsible for articulating the vision of the college through successful leadership, university and professional activities. The Dean advocates and fosters excellence in teaching, scholarship, and program development. The Dean serves as the chief administrative and academic officer of the Honors College by providing strategic direction for the College and supports 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 programming. Serve as chief academic administrator of the College. Oversee College recruitment and retention efforts. Supervise all Honors College programs. Oversee College marketing and branding efforts. Manage budget, personnel, space and other resources with efficiency and accountability. Oversee class schedule development for each semester and/or term. Identify and pursue opportunities for College advancement through philanthropy and grantsmanship. Provide administrative and academic leadership required to develop and maintain quality academic programs. Promote excellence in scholarship, teaching, university service and community outreach with relevant programs, goals, and activities. Oversee the University Honors Council. Ensure coordination of the College with university programs, initiatives, and strategic goals. Foster an organizational culture that supports collegiality and professional development of students, faculty, and staff. Coordinate living/learning community in Bringle Lake Village. This document represents the major 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 a discipline taught at the university. Academic credentials commensurate with appointment at the rank of associate or full professor with tenure. A record of successful administrative experience and leadership in a university setting comparable to department head or higher. Demonstrated evidence of knowledge and skills/abilities in administration 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. Evidence of commitment to student-centered education. Experience with student recruitment. Experience with strategic planning. Experience with undergraduate and graduate-level curriculum development, program development, implementation, and evaluation. Experience teaching, advising, and working with Honors students. Record of involvement with relevant professional organizations. Preferred Qualifications Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. Experience with fundraising and securing grants to support educational initiatives and student scholarships. Record of fostering and maintaining collegial relationships across and among all campus constituents. Understanding of educational technology trends in higher education. Commitment to research, performance, and experiential learning. Successful experience in grant writing and management. Other Requirements Ability to travel and work beyond normal office hours. Ability to maintain confidentiality. SUPERVISION OF PERSONNEL: This position supervises employees. OPEN UNTIL FILLED. To ensure full consideration, applications must be submitted by 01/19/2024. To apply: Upload your cover letter, resume/CV, 3 professional references with contact information and with one reference being a supervisor/manager and copies of your transcripts in the questionnaire section of your application. Please remember once you submit your application you will not be able to “revise” or upload any documents. If you have any questions about uploading or a revision to your application, you may contact HR@tamut.edu. All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. As a member of The Texas A&M University System, Texas A&M University-Texarkana is a comprehensive regional university that provides students with academically challenging, engaging, and rewarding educational experiences through quality teaching, scholarship, student support services, co-curricular programming, research, and service. Through the personal attention of our faculty and staff, students are afforded the opportunity to acquire the knowledge, abilities, and skills to become leaders in their chosen professions and to prepare for the opportunities of serving in a global environment. A&M–Texarkana began in 1971 as part of East Texas State University and joined The Texas A&M University System in 1996. Our 375-acre campus, which opened in 2008, is near beautiful Bringle Lake in Texarkana, Texas, in a region known as the Ark-La-Tex. With a commitment to academic excellence, student success, and community leadership, A&M-Texarkana is comprised of three academic colleges: education and liberal arts; business; and science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The university accommodates students by offering flexible class schedules, web-based courses, and online degree programs. A&M-Texarkana is a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Red River Athletic Conference, with men’s and women’s soccer, men’s and women’s tennis, baseball, and softball programs. The Texas A&M University System is one of the largest systems of higher education in the nation, with a statewide network of eleven universities, seven state agencies and a comprehensive health science center. The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each individual employee. Equal opportunity and access will be provided throughout the A&M System to all students, employees, and prospective employees. Employment opportunities for all A&M System members and locations are updated daily and posted on this searchable website. The Texas A&M System is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (903) 223-1360.