Dean, Business and Professional Studies

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The University of Massachusetts Global (UMass Global) is a private, nonprofit affiliate of the University of Massachusetts. Accredited by WASC (Western Association of Schools and Colleges), the university offers undergraduate, graduate, credential, and certificate programs designed to be relevant to more than 90 career paths. UMass Global has ranked consistently among the best in the nation by U.S. News and World Report.

At the University of Massachusetts Global, we value the personal health and financial well-being of our employees. With our affordable and flexible benefit packages we aim to provide peace of mind to allow employees to focus on important aspects of their lives. Our benefits include:

Healthcare

Medical, dental, and vision plans - including health and flexible spending accounts - that cover you and your family.

Work-Life Balance

We encourage a healthy work-life balance, that’s why we offer flexible schedules and remote work opportunities. In addition, we provide generous vacation and sick time and 13 paid holidays which includes a winter break.

Financial Protection

For life's unexpected surprises - we provide life and disability insurance, prepaid legal, identity theft, critical illness, accident, and travel assistance. We also have programs to help you manage student debt offered through SAVI. Employees are also eligible for Public Student Loan Forgiveness.

Tuition Remission

We support the educational goals of you and your family by providing tuition discounts at UMass Global and Chapman University.

Wellbeing

24/7 counseling support, through our Employee Assistance Program, and free premium subscription to Calm for you and your dependents! In addition, our Wellness program provides year-round events that bring together our community and promotes employee well-being.

Retirement

Pre-tax and Roth options with a generous match of 6% and additional employer contribution of 3% - totaling 9%!

The Dean of the School of Business and Professional Studies plays an essential role in carrying out the vision, mission and strategic plan of the institution. The Dean serves as the academic leader of the School of Business and Professional Studies, promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. The Dean is a visionary and an ambassador of the school to the rest of the institution and external bodies (local, state, and national level).

Recruiting from within the United States. Prefer candidates from Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Wisconsin.

The hiring range for this position is $225,000-$275,000 annually. Offers are determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to: geographical location, knowledge, skills, years & depth of experience, and equity with internal team members.

Curriculum Oversight:

•    Strategic Leadership: Provide curricular leadership by initiating, sustaining, delivering, or eliminating academic programs and core curricula aligned with strategic goals.
•    Curriculum Development & Review: Develop new curriculum, review existing curricula, review and approve catalog copy related to School programs and courses, and select appropriate delivery models in collaboration with faculty.
•    Quality Assurance & Compliance: Supervise program and accreditation reviews, ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, and maintain academic excellence through continual assessment of academic units, programs, and courses.
•    Program Portfolio Management: Conduct annual reviews of the School's program and course portfolios, including comparative analysis of peer programs and facilitation of the removal of obsolete courses.
•    Resource & Support: Collaborate with university units to address program needs, and assess the availability of electronic library resources.

Faculty and Staff Oversight:

•    Faculty Management: Develop and implement staffing plans, recruit new faculty, appoint search committees for new faculty hires, manage retirements and non-renewals, and oversee faculty evaluations, reappointments, and promotions.
•    Faculty Support: Ensure adequate faculty support for School programs and approve faculty workload plans.
•    Professional Development: Collaborate with faculty, associate deans, and faculty directors to plan, supervise, and coordinate faculty and staff development.
•    Administrative Oversight: Conduct regular school-wide meetings and supervise associate deans, faculty directors, and support staff.

Academic Administration:

•    Strategic Leadership: Lead efforts to achieve institutional goals within the School of Business and Professional Studies.
•    Effective Communication: Maintain open communication with and disseminate relevant information among faculty, staff, and administration.
•    Academic Program Management: Oversee class scheduling, course reviews, and program document updates to ensure efficiency and alignment with program pathways.
•    Technology Integration: Promote and implement the effective use of technology to enhance teaching and learning, and administrative efficiency.
•    Data-Driven Decision Making: Utilize data analytics to inform strategic decision-making and improve program outcomes.
•    External Engagement: Represent the School at relevant professional associations, regulatory bodies, and accrediting agencies.

Outreach:

•    Strategic Partnerships: Forge and maintain domestic and international partnerships with corporate and non-corporate entities to promote the School's programs.
•    Customized Solutions: Develop and deliver micro-credentials to meet the specific needs of industry partners.
•    Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align outreach efforts with the School's strategic goals.

Fiscal Management:

•    Financial Oversight: Manage the School’s fiscal affairs, including the approval and disbursement of funds for faculty and staff travel and professional development.
•    Resource Allocation: Allocate resources strategically to support academic programs and academic student services.
 

Please Note: Internal Employees, please access the Jobs Hub app on the Workday Dashboard homepage to apply for the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity – UMass Global is committed to providing an educational and work environment free of unlawful discrimination and harassment in any form. UMass Global prohibits all forms of discrimination and harassment on the basis of  age, race (including hairstyle/texture, protective hairstyles, braids, locks, and twists), color, religion (including religious observance, belief, practice dress and grooming practices), citizenship, pregnancy (including temporary physical or mental limitations related to, affected by, or arising out of pregnancy, childbirth, or any related medical conditions), sex, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, national origin, ancestry, physical and/or mental disability, legally-protected medical condition, military (past, present or prospective) status, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, sexual and reproductive health, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by local, State or Federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation – UMass Global provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the recruitment department at recruiting@umassglobal.edu.

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