Dean, College of Graduate Studies

Bridgewater State University • Bridgewater, MA • 3d ago

POSITION SUMMARY: Bridgewater State University is seeking an experienced
and innovative academic leader to serve as the next Dean of the College
of Graduate Studies. The Dean of the College of Graduate Studies is a
member of the division of Academic Affairs leadership team, providing a
strategic vision for continued innovative growth in graduate education
for regional workforce development, global engagement and personal and
professional advancement. The College of Graduate Studies currently
serves approximately 1,500 students, and is home to more than 60
graduate degree, licensure and certificate programs that include a
variety of nationally accredited master\'s degree programs ranging from
education, health professions, to arts and sciences, and business. In
2024 the college awarded 460 master\'s degrees, and more than 70
graduate certificates, CAGS and specialist degrees. Our graduate
programs are accredited by the American Speech-Language and Hearing
Association, the Council on Social Work Education, the Council for
Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs, and the
National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration
among others. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with
faculty and other academic partners to identify new academic
opportunities and support the growth of existing academic programs,
while remaining committed to the values of diversity, equity and
belonging. BSU, a leader in teacher education, offers programs in Early
Childhood Education, Educational Leadership, Special Education and
Elementary Education. BSU also stands out for our exceptional Master of
Social Work and Speech-Language Pathology degrees, as well as innovative
Computer Science, Cybersecurity and Justice, and Public Relations
programs. To support this work, the dean supervises an administrative
office team including an associate dean, graduate admissions and
marketing personnel, and administrative assistants. BSU is committed to
the growth of the College of Graduate Studies, including the recent
renovation of a centrally located historic house as the new home of the
college. Standard Schedule: Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM with flexibility
within regular business hours. Salary Range is \$160,000 - \$170,000
Professional Non-Unit ESSENTIAL DUTIES: - An earned doctorate and more
than 5 years of academic administrative experience, at least 3 years of
which should be in the role of Dean, Associate Dean, Chair, Graduate
Director (or equivalent). - Significant and direct administrative
responsibility for both graduate programs and graduate students with a
strong and demonstrable commitment to student success. - Demonstrated
ability to work effectively and collegially with faculty,
administrators, staff and external constituencies while maintaining the
highest levels of personal integrity. - A demonstrated effectiveness in
graduate program development, review, revision and assessment including
the national accreditation process and shared governance. - Experience
in recruitment and enrollment management at the graduate level.
Demonstrated effectiveness in enrollment management. - A strong and
demonstrable commitment to public higher education including an
understanding of and commitment to the liberal arts in public higher
education. - A strong and demonstrable commitment to diversity,
inclusion and equity and experience working with diverse student
populations. - A thorough knowledge of higher education practices and
trends, including but not limited to demographic trends and their
implications and curriculum and instruction. - Experience identifying,
leading and growing collaborations with regional employers to meet
workforce development needs. - Superior communication skills, creativity
and innovative thinking. Posting number S01280P

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