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Dean, College of Arts and Sciences

The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at Cameron University is responsible for providing administrative and academic leadership in a student-centered environment.

Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the College of Arts and Sciences
• Makes recommendations on budget and curriculum as well as appointment, tenure, and promotion of faculty following standard procedures
• Provides guidance and support for the College's participation in campus-wide assessment activities
• Takes an active role in the recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff
• Works with departments and accrediting bodies to ensure continued adherence to accreditation standards
• Provides leadership to the College in working with external constituencies
• A more detailed list of responsibilities is available in Section 2.3.5 of the Faculty Handbook

The Dean will report to the Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Holds a terminal degree
• Has a record of effective teaching, service, and scholarship consistent with a tenured professor appointment
• Has demonstrated leadership experience

Preferred qualifications include:

• Has a record of administrative achievement at the departmental level or higher
• Has experience in faculty personnel management, budget management, grant writing, and fund raising
• Has experience in working with external constituencies and advisory bodies
• Has experience with any of the accrediting bodies associated with the College of Arts and Sciences and/or the Higher Learning Commission
• Has demonstrated leadership in program development, modification, and assessment practices

Anticipated salary range: commensurate with experience.

Attachments should include a cover letter indicating experience applicable to position, resume, transcripts (unofficial are acceptable at this point), names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references.

Applications submitted by January 26, 2026 will be given priority consideration.

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