Dean John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agricultures

Dean John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture

Job Summary
Central State University (CSU), a public land-grant institution located in Wilberforce, Ohio, seeks a dynamic, innovative, and transformative leader to serve as Dean of the John W. Garland College of Engineering, Science, Technology, and Agriculture (JWGCESTA). The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of JWGCESTA. The Dean reports to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and will work closely with the Deans’ Council and administrative and fiscal units of CSU.

JWGCESTA offers degree programs in 10 critical areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). JWGCESTA is the critical hub for computer literacy, mathematics, and science requirements in the General Education component of all CSU programs. Unique to Ohio and the Nation, JWGCESTA offers an interdisciplinary program in Water Resources Management.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides visionary leadership to the College, including the academic departments and land grant programs.
• Serves as a liaison between JWGCESTA and the Office of Academic Affairs.
• Leads JWGCESTA in its mission to support the STEAM fields, the food and agricultural sciences, natural resource sustainability, economic development, and community health and wellness.
• Leads JWGCESTA in academic planning and evaluation, accreditation, strategic planning and implementation, online programs, fundraising, and facility development.
• Evaluates the work of teaching and research faculty members in JWGCESTA.
• Provides written recommendations concerning the retention, promotion, and tenure of faculty members to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs.
• Prepares an annual report on the progress toward the goals and objectives of JWGCESTA and the University.
• Serves as a local and state leader in public policy issues related to the sciences and natural resources.

Qualifications
Candidates for the position of Dean must hold an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution and be eligible for tenure as a full professor in one of the disciplines within JWGCESTA. The successful candidate must have a strong record of academic experiences and have served in administrative leadership at or above the level of chair or director. The Dean must be a collaborative, inspiring administrator, and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion, as well as a commitment to student success, faculty development, and program innovation.

Preferred Qualifications
Other requirements include:

• Knowledge and experience of the roles and responsibilities of a dean at a land-grant institution.
• Participatory management and leadership style that encourages and values input from others.
• Proven academic leadership, administrative ability, and experience.
• Experience in budget, planning, personnel, and student matters.
• Ability to lead teams and achieve established goals.
• Ability to develop and maintain productive relationships and partnerships.
• Experience in program reviews, assessment, and specialized accreditation.
• An established record of demonstrating the recruitment and retention of high-quality faculty and staff.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Posting Date: 03/26/2024
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Final candidates are subject to criminal and sex offender background checks. Central State University participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Central State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer seeking candidates committed to working in a diverse environment.