Dean

School of Applied Health Sciences

Search 1483 - Posted August 29, 2023

Emporia State University seeks applications or nominations for the inaugural Dean of the School of Applied Health Sciences. The Dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of the division, which includes the disciplines of Nursing, Counseling, Psychology, and Health, Physical Education, and Recreation.

The newly formed School of Applied Health Sciences combines ESU’s current strengths in the health sciences to provide exceptional high impact learning experiences, fulfilling the University’s mission of “preparing students for lifelong learning, rewarding careers, and adaptive leadership.”

The Dean will work closely with assistant deans and faculty to develop a comprehensive strategic plan for the growth of the reorganized school, enhance the University’s impact on health-related professions within the region, and participate in developing a state-of-the-art Nursing and Student Wellness Center on campus.  Emporia State University encourages applications from all persons, including under-represented groups, women, and persons of color.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves as the principal academic and administrative officer of the School of Applied Health Sciences.
• Strategically plans and ensures the overall effective operation of all units within the School of Applied Health Sciences.
• Maintains fiscal responsibility for all personnel and operating budgets with the School of Applied Health Sciences.
• Provides leadership in the development and maintenance of academic excellence in all disciplines through all program delivery systems.
• Effectively represents The School of Applied Health Sciences to the University community and external constituents.
• Supervises and annually evaluates personnel within the School of Applied Health Sciences.
• Provides leadership in faculty recruitment, promotion, and tenure.
• Provides support and leadership for accreditation reviews within academic programs and for placements for clinical and internship settings.
• Demonstrates and promotes collaborative efforts with other schools/colleges within the University and with external constituents, including hospitals, health care clinics, and mental health facilities.
• Pursues active membership on state and national professional committees which promote visibility for the School of Applied Health Sciences and Emporia State University.
• Implements University, State, and Board of Regents policies.
• Carries out tasks assigned by the Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs and the President of the University.
• Participates in fundraising initiatives that impact the School and University in collaboration with personnel from the ESU Foundation.
• Ensures an effective student learning outcomes assessment plan is annually implemented, reviewed, and revised (as appropriate) for each academic program offered within the School of Applied Health Sciences.
• Supports campus and the School of Applied Health Sciences outreach programs to attract a diverse student body and increase student enrollment and retention.
• Maintains and continues development of a student-faculty learning community.
• Monitors the physical facilities within the School of Applied Health Sciences to ensure they are appropriately maintained and up to date.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Earned doctorate from an accredited institution in a related discipline within the school.
• Record as an accomplished academic administrator.
• Demonstrated record in teaching, service, and research at the level of Associate Professor or above.
• Experience with the preparation of a self-study report for accreditation or reaccreditation.
• Experience with shared governance in academics, budgeting, and personnel issues.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively with faculty, students, alumni, and administrators.
• Evidence of excellent human relations and communication skills.

Preferred:

• Three years’ experience as dean, associate dean, department chair, or equivalent administrative roles.
• Knowledge and experience with programmatic accreditation and compliance with regulations set forth by accrediting agencies.
• Knowledge and experience with building productive relationships between higher education health programs and community health care constituencies, such as hospitals, health care clinics, and mental health facilities.
• Extensive experience with curriculum design, assessment, and program review

COMPENSATION:

• Salary begins at $135,000 commensurate with experience and qualifications. 
• Emporia State University offers a generous benefit package. Find out more about our health benefits, retirement options, paid time off, dependent and spouse tuition waiver program, and many other benefits at this link.

APPLY:

To apply, upload a letter of interest, resume, and contact information for at least five professional references here.

Consideration of applications will begin October 2, 2023 and will continue until the position is filled. The preferred start date is January 2024. 

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hire.

Review of Application Materials will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

For more information

Jose Pavon

HR Professional

jpavon@emporia.edu

620-341-6033

About ESU

Emporia State University serves more than 5,000 students with internationally recognized programs in Health Sciences, Teaching, Visual and Performing Arts, Science and Mathematics, Humanities and Social Sciences, Business and Technology, and Library and Information Management.  One of six public universities governed by the Kansas Board of Regents, Emporia State University was founded in 1863 as the first public institution of higher learning in Kansas. Emporia State University is a regional institution with an emphasis on teaching.

About Emporia:

Emporia, population 25,000, is located in the beautiful Flint Hills area of Kansas. Emporia combines the attributes of small-town living with easy access to several major metropolitan areas and airports: Topeka (60 miles), Lawrence (80 miles), Wichita (90 miles), and Kansas City (115 miles.). Affordable real estate, low cost of living, a high-quality K-12 school district, low crime rate, numerous lakes and recreational facilities, and cultural events associated with ESU and the surrounding communities contribute to an attractive lifestyle.

Emporia State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sex, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as an individual with a disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other factors which cannot be considered by law.