DEAN, SCHOOL OF
GRADUATE AND
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES

Founded in 1871, Ursuline College offers 35 undergraduate and 9 graduate programs. It is one of the oldest Catholic women's colleges in the United States. Additional information may be found at the Colleges website at http://www.ursuline.edu

The College announces a search for a Dean of the School of Graduate and Professional Studies. This is a tenure-track position and is responsible for leadership of the School with respect to planning, budgeting, and program development; hiring and assessment of full-time and adjunct faculty; oversight of program review and professional accreditations; and coordination of scheduling and staffing for all programs and departments.

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. or equivalent in one of the disciplines housed in the School, experience with the assessment of student learning, and success working within a multicultural setting. Additional preferred qualifications are as follows:

- Excellence in strategic planning for academic programming;
- Ability to provide leadership in the areas of technology integration and online learning;
- A minimum of five years of administrative experience at the level of
department chair or above;
- A minimum of five years college teaching experience;
- Recognized scholarship in her/his discipline.

Commitment to the mission of the College as a Catholic institution of higher learning is essential, as are effective interpersonal communication skills, both written and oral. A collaborative management style, a problem-solving approach, and a student-centered educational philosophy are also requirements of this position. Academic rank will be commensurate with experience.

Qualified candidates should send letter of interest, curriculum vitae and three letters of reference to:

JoAnne M. Podis, Ph.D.
Vice President of Academic Affairs
Ursuline College, 2550 Lander Road
Pepper Pike, OH 44124
E-mail address jpodis@ursuline.edu
Deadline for application is March 1, 2010

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