Apply for Job Job ID370928 LocationDuluth Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9311 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job About the Position The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS). The Dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer of CAHSS and reports to UMD's Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs and Provost. The Dean provides strategic leadership, fosters academic excellence, promotes inclusive excellence, and manages the college's resources to advance the university's mission of teaching, research, and outreach. Strategic Leadership Provides visionary leadership to define and implement a strategic direction for the college supports the mission, vision, and goals of the University of Minnesota Duluth. Leads the development of long-term strategic planning to ensure institutional agility in a complex internal and external environment. Builds and nurtures a collaborative culture that values shared governance, interdisciplinary innovation, and continuous improvement. Advocates for the college within the university and to external stakeholders. Participates in campus-wide committees and planning groups, fostering alignment with broader institutional goals. Builds strong partnerships across colleges and administrative units to pursue collaborative initiatives, share resources, and support university-wide priorities. Academic Oversight and Development Oversees the planning, development, review, and evaluation of academic programs to ensure excellence, relevance, and accreditation compliance. Champions academic innovation and the integration of high-impact practices that support student learning, access, and success. Promotes the expansion of research, creative activity, and scholarly output through resource allocation and strategic partnerships. Collaborates with faculty governance, academic affairs, and assessment committees to maintain the integrity of curricular processes and academic standards. Faculty Development and Management Recruits, retains, and supports diverse and outstanding faculty who positively impact internal and external stakeholders through their research, teaching, and service. Ensures mentoring and professional development programs that advance teaching effectiveness, research productivity, service, and leadership potential. Ensures fair and transparent administration of promotion, tenure, and annual review processes that are aligned with UEA contract provisions and University policy. Manages the performance of faculty, addressing concerns in a timely and effective manner in accordance with university policy and the collective bargaining agreement. Fosters a supportive and inclusive environment that promotes collegiality, academic integrity, accountability, and ongoing professional growth. Fiscal Responsibility & Resource Stewardship Develops, manages, and monitors the college's financial resources in partnership with college leadership and university finance professionals. Aligns budget planning and resource allocation with strategic priorities and enrollment trends, ensuring fiscal sustainability. Identifies and secures external funding opportunities, including grants, to advance institutional goals. Oversees staffing and infrastructure planning to ensure operational efficiency and effective support of teaching, research, and service missions. Student Recruitment, Retention, and Success Leads the development and implementation of strategies to attract and retain an inclusive student population to enhance the quality of educational experience and community impact. Collaborates with internal UMD units to deliver a high-quality student experience. Promotes experiential learning, global engagement, and career readiness through partnerships with industry, alumni, and community organizations. Monitors key student success metrics (e.g., retention, graduation rates, employment outcomes) and initiates responsive interventions as needed. External Relations and Advancement Cultivates strong relationships with alumni, donors, corporate partners, and community stakeholders to enhance the visibility and reputation of the college. Develops and facilitates effective relationships with an advisory board who invest in CAHSS's and UMD's success in the larger community. Partners with university advancement to develop fundraising strategies and secure private support for scholarships and program initiatives. Represents the college in public forums, media engagements, and professional associations. Promotes community engagement and builds strategic alliances that benefit students, faculty, and UMD as a whole. Qualifications Required Qualifications Terminal degree in a field represented within CAHSS or a closely related discipline. Record of teaching, research, and service appropriate for appointment as a tenured full professor. Significant administrative leadership experience in higher education, such as department head, associate dean, or equivalent. Evidence of inclusive leadership, strong communication skills, and collaborative decision-making. Preferred Qualifications Experience working in or with public regional comprehensive universities. Record of successful fundraising, alumni engagement, or external partnerships. Experience supporting faculty development and fostering a positive academic culture. Demonstrated commitment to shared governance and collaborative leadership. Record of curriculum and program development. Strong managerial, problem-solving, and budgetary experience. Familiarity with current trends and challenges in liberal arts education. Evidence of commitment to advancing inclusive excellence. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty unions and a diverse faculty, staff, student body, and across University of Minnesota system campuses. About the Department College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences (CAHSS) is a community of students, faculty, and staff who create outstanding learning experiences, scholarship, and creative activity. With nearly forty majors, thirty-three minors, and three certificate programs, CAHSS helps students interpret the past, understand the present, and shape the future. CAHSS has approximately 1600 undergraduate and graduate students and 189 faculty members in its twelve academic departments: American Indian Studies; Art & Design; Communication; English, Linguistics, & Writing Studies; Environment, Sustainability, & Geography; History; Music; Philosophy; Political Science & International Studies; Studies in Justice, Culture, & Social Change; Theatre; and World Languages & Cultures. CAHSS also hosts the Tweed Art Museum and the Motion and Media Across Disciplines Lab (MMAD) Lab, both of which serve UMD and the people of Duluth and throughout Minnesota. Additional information about the College and its programs can be found on CAHSS's website... For full info follow application link. The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds. The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu.
