Friday, January 27, 2012

Dean of Ed sought at Augusta State University

invites applications and nominations for 
 
Dean of the College of Education
 
 
Augusta State University seeks an energetic, visionary academic leader to serve as Dean of the College of Education. Reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will have a collegial, collaborative administrative style and a commitment to lead the college to its fullest potential.
 
A comprehensive institution offering undergraduate and graduate degrees, Augusta State University is a unit of the University System of Georgia. In January 2012, the Board of Regents for the University System of Georgia approved the consolidation of Augusta State University with Georgia Health Sciences University. The initial target date for consolidation of these two universities is September 2013.
 
As an advocate for the College of Education and for all the fields of study within the college, the Dean will provide leadership for the consolidation as the chief academic and administrative officer of the College of Education and its three departments: Educational Leadership, Counseling, and Special Education; Kinesiology and Health Science; and Teacher Education.   
 
Committed to academic excellence and student success, the Dean will have a distinguished record of teaching, scholarship, and leadership to provide visionary direction for the college within the parameters of the university’s mission and strategic plan. Broad responsibilities for the Dean include the planning, development, and administration of the college’s academic units while advocating on their behalf in the university community.
 
Qualifications, Qualities, and Experiences:
Qualified candidates must have an earned doctorate from an accredited university in a discipline represented in the college. Also required are credentials commensurate with an appointment at the rank of Professor.
 
Other requirements include progressive experience in academic administration, a demonstrated commitment to shared academic governance, strong skills in management of financial and human resources, the ability to make strategic budgetary and operational decisions that maximize resources, and outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
 
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Augusta State University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Institution.
 
Application Process:
Applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Education at Augusta State University are now being accepted. Nominations, inquiries, and applications, including cover letter and curriculum vitae, must be submitted to:
 
 
Applications should include a personal phone number, email, and home address.
 
The review of applications will begin immediately. Deadline for accepting applications is March 20, 2012.
 
Myers McRae Executive Search & Consulting is assisting Augusta State University with this national search. The lead consultant is:
 
Emily Myers
President and CEO
Myers McRae Executive Search & Consulting

 

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