Dean of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

Leadership & Division Management

Provide academic and administrative leadership for the division, including faculty, staff, academic programs, and students, in support of the Colleges mission and strategic plan. Lead and support the recruitment, retention, evaluation, and professional development of full-time and adjunct faculty and staff. Develop and maintain effective working relationships across the College and support interdisciplinary collaboration within the division. Participate in college-wide planning, governance, and decision-making processes, and provide regular updates to the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Academic Programs & Curriculum

Provide leadership for curriculum development, program and course review, and academic innovation to ensure instructional quality and alignment with student success goals. Lead new program development and make recommendations regarding program modification, continuation, or discontinuation based on enrollment, assessment, and institutional priorities. Oversee program review, assessment, and continuous improvement processes, ensuring alignment with institutional effectiveness practices.

Strategic Planning & Institutional Effectiveness

Provide leadership for division-level strategic planning, including alignment with the Academic Master Plan and other institutional priorities. Support data-informed decision-making and continuous improvement across programs and services.

Operations, Budget & Compliance

Manage and oversee division fiscal resources, including annual budget development, monitoring, and responsible stewardship. Collaborate with faculty and administrators to develop instructional schedules and staffing plans that support student access, completion, and efficient use of resources. Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, including Higher Learning Commission requirements, as well as college policies and applicable state and federal regulations.

Collaboration & Student Success

Collaborate with Marketing and Institutional Image, Institutional Effectiveness, Student Services, and other divisions to promote academic programs, support student recruitment and retention, and enhance student experience.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Leadership & Decision-Making: Strong leadership skills with the ability to effectively lead and supervise teams. Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment and make critical decisions. Demonstrated ability to recognize, analyze, and solve complex problems.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Effective written and verbal communication skills are appropriate to a variety of audiences. Ability to handle difficult or high-pressure situations with professionalism and composure.
• Analytical & Organizational Skills: Demonstrated ability to analyze, organize, and prioritize work while managing multiple deadlines. Strong attention to detail and ability to complete work accurately. Ability to use logic and reasoning to evaluate options and support decision-making.
• Administrative & Professional Skills: Demonstrated ability to manage a budget and operate within fiscal constraints. Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.