Kutztown University of Pennsylvania, one of the fourteen institutions in the State System of Higher Education, invites applications for the position of Dean, College of Visual and Performing Arts.  The Dean reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.  The position is available as of January 2018.

The College of Visual and Performing Arts is a collaborative, creative, and active community of six departments (Art & Art History, Art Education and Crafts, Communication Design, Communication Studies, Electronic Media, Music) housed in newly renovated practice and performance facilities. College programs are accredited by NASAD and NASM and have experienced recent growth and expansion with over 1,350 students enrolled.  The College is home to the Marlin and Regina Miller Art Gallery.

The Dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts is the chief executive/academic officer for the College and is responsible for strategic planning, curricular leadership at the undergraduate and graduate levels, program growth and development, hiring, fiscal management, outcomes assessment and accreditation, relationships with community organizations, faculty/staff advocacy and development, as well as advancement and fund raising.  The Dean plays a vital role in fostering the core values of Kutztown University and is the College's principal advocate for student success and academic excellence. The Dean is a member of the Council of Academic Deans and participates in selected committees and ad hoc groups within the PA State System of Higher Education. The Dean will be responsible for the development of a college advisory board. Tenure may be granted to an Academic Dean who has previously obtained tenure at a State System or a regionally accredited four year institution as described in the Collective Bargaining Agreement.  The successful candidate will provide vision and foster collaboration and appreciation for the variety of programs (academic, performance, student activities, and community engagement) within the college and at the university.  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The chosen candidate will have an earned doctorate from an accredited institution in a discipline related to the College; a minimum of 5 years of administrative experience at the department Chair level or above; a minimum of 5 years full time teaching experience at the university level; experience in the management of personnel resources and budget; experience with academic program evaluation and assessment of student learning outcomes.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Successful Dean's level experience; significant record of achievement in teaching and scholarly activities which would qualify for tenure;  successful implementation of innovative academic programs, including online and blended education; experience assisting departments in developing new and revising existing curricula and programs; familiarity with NASAD and NASM accreditation standards; development of program innovations to increase student enrollment and retention; experience with initiating and supporting efforts for access and success of students; fostering a climate to facilitate professional development and collaboration; successful grant writing and fundraising experience; familiarity with recruiting, retaining and supporting highly qualified and diverse faculty and students; experience working with the scheduling of performances in a shared venue;  experience with shared governance in a collective bargaining environment; and excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: For more information on the College of Visual and Performing Arts please visit: www.kutztown.edu/vpa. To ensure full consideration, application materials must be received no later than August 27, 2017.  All applications for this position must be submitted via our online application system only: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/kutztownedu/default.cfm.  Applicants should provide curriculum vitae, a letter of application, and the contact information of five references, one of whom should be the applicant's current or immediate past supervisor.  Application letters should specifically address the minimum and preferred qualifications listed above. Successful on campus interview, reference checks, background clearances (PA Criminal, Child Abuse Clearance and FBI Clearance) and demonstration of ability are requisite qualifications for all positions. Official transcripts for all degrees required prior to appointment.

Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and actively solicits applications from women and minority candidates.  Kutztown University of Pennsylvania is a member of the State System of Higher Education. All applicants for employment are subject to a criminal background check.