Dean - College of Behavioral and Social Sciences
Georgia Southern University
Georgia Southern University Dean College of Behavioral and Social Sciences The College of Behavioral and Social Sciences invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean. This position is located on the Statesboro campus. Georgia Southern University is the state’s largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With 141 degree programs at the associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern is designated a Carnegie Doctoral/Research university and serves more than 27,000 students on three vibrant campuses— the Statesboro campus, the Armstrong campus in Savannah, and the Liberty campus in Hinesville. Georgia Southern offers an attractive campus environment that encourages learning, discovery, and personal growth. Nationally accredited academic programs prepare diverse scholars for leadership and service as working citizens. Since 1906, the University’s hallmark has been a culture of engagement that bridges theory with practice, extends the learning environment beyond the classroom, and promotes student growth and life success. Central to the University’s mission is the faculty’s dedication to excellence in teaching and the development of a fertile learning environment exemplified by a free exchange of ideas, high academic expectations, and individual responsibility for academic achievement. Faculty, staff, and students embrace core values expressed through integrity, civility, kindness, collaboration, and a commitment to lifelong learning, wellness, and social responsibility. Within this setting, the Dean will guide the College of Behavioral and Social Sciences and its interdisciplinary community of teacher-scholars toward a bold vision for the future dedicated to enhancing societal well-being and the quality of life of individuals, families, and communities across diverse environments and contexts. Position Description. Reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean serves as the College’s chief executive and academic officer with responsibility for the academic and outreach leadership of the College and management of its resources, including faculty and staff, physical facilities, and budget. The Dean will provide strategic vision and operational leadership to all aspects of its academic and scholarly programs, promote synergies within the College and the University, and encourage opportunities for distinctive programmatic innovation that provides transformative experiences for its students. The Dean will also be responsible for articulating the vision, mission, goals, and programs of the College to the University community, external stakeholders, and the public at large. Required Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
Screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred position starting date is June 2019. A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. Finalists will be required to submit to a background investigation. Applications and letters of nomination should be submitted to: Alberto Pimentel, Managing Partner Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates 6512 Painter Avenue Whittier, CA 90601 Email: apsearch@storbeckpimentel.com Refer to code “GSU-DeanCBSS” in subject line More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://cbss.georgiasouthern.edu/. Georgia Southern University seeks to recruit individuals who are committed to working in diverse academic and professional communities and who are committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional service within the University and beyond. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity institution. Individuals who need reasonable accommodations under the ADA to participate in the search process should contact the Vice Provost.
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