Dean

Company: University of North Carolina
Location: Wilmington
Posted on: May 28, 2023

Job Description:

Posting Information

Posting Information

Department
Kenan-Flagler Bus Sch-330100

Career Area
Academic Administration

Posting Open Date
02/16/2023

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled
Yes

Position Type
Permanent Staff (EHRA NF)

Working Title
Dean

Appointment Type
EHRA Non-Faculty

Position Number
01002541

Vacancy ID
NF0006699

Full Time/Part Time
Full-Time Permanent

FTE
1

Hours per week
40

Position Location
North Carolina, US

Hiring Range

Proposed Start Date
07/01/2023

Position Information

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit

At UNC's Kenan-Flagler Business School, we think differently; and more importantly, we teach differently. Opening our doors as the Department of Commerce in 1919 and awarding our first degrees to 12 students in 1921 was the beginning. Today, we have become a top-ranked business school comprised of several professional and academic degree programs that serve over 3,000 students. At Kenan-Flagler, our greatest assets are our people and our culture. We are rooted in our core values of integrity, inclusion, innovation and impact, and it goes back to our founding. It's not just something on paper, we live it, we show it. Our mission is to prepare the next generation of business leaders by providing a world class education to our students. We understand that recruiting diverse, innovative, and exceptional talent is vital in achieving this. If you want to be a part of this vision, we want to hear from you.

Position Summary

Dean of the Kenan Flagler Business School. Reporting to the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost, the Dean is the school's Chief Academic Officer and will provide academic, intellectual, and administrative leadership for the school. The Dean is responsible for advancing the academic mission and vision of the school. The Dean will increase the strength and vitality of the school's educational and scholarly mission by promoting the recruitment and retention of creative and distinguished faculty, while developing resources to support their teaching, research, and scholarly activities. The Dean is also responsible for leading the recruitment and retention efforts for attracting high caliber undergraduate and graduate students, providing them with superior academic and professional experience. The Dean will lead all administrative efforts of the school including development of the school's budget, academic policy development, curriculum development, facilities management, etc. The Dean will enhance the financial stability and growth of the school and develop its economic resources as well as implement effective development activities. Provide leadership and guidance in fiscal and personnel matters to the school's department center program administrative managers and program staff; Supervise a staff of permanent and temporary employees. Represent the school in furthering the University's strategic objectives. Represent the school to external constituents. The Dean will enhance engagement with local, state, national and international communities.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

An earned terminal degree, record of exceptional leadership success, and evidence of scholarly, professional, or creative achievement is required.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Qualified candidates must hold a doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution. Candidates must have successful record of teaching, scholarship, and credentials to merit appointment as full professor. For candidates demonstrating comparable professional achievements, leadership, and an understanding of the academic research mission, a bachelor's degree, and 10 or more years of relevant experience will be accepted in substitution.

Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Qualified candidates will have the capability to advance the School's mission of teaching, research, and service; ability to think strategically and build effective institutional partnerships; demonstrated administrative experience, a high standard of professional integrity, and strong team-building skills; ability to articulate effectively the school's vision and mission to the students, faculty, alumni, practitioners, external funding agencies, and other decision-making bodies.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Special Instructions

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has retained Russell Reynolds, a national executive search firm, to assist in this search. All inquiries, nominations, and applications should be directed in strict confidence to:

Jett Pihakis

Managing Director

Search Email: UNC.KFBS@russellreynolds.com

Quick Link
https://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/250482

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Department Contact Telephone or Email

Office of Human Resources Contact Information

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (919) 843-2300 or send an email to employment@unc.edu
Please note: The Office of Human Resources will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.

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