The Dean must be committed to shared governance and instructional excellence and bring innovative experience with providing quality instructional programs, serving schools and communities, expanding enrollment, access, and program delivery, and promoting scholarly and creative activity of faculty and students. The Dean will be a collaborative and collegial leader that works closely with UNK and NU system Deans and foundations and lends expertise to systemwide and statewide initiatives and resource development.
Additional Information
Required Qualifications:
- An earned doctorate in the field of education represented by one of the departments of the College
- Eligible to be tenured at the rank of Professor in a department of the College of Education
- Eligible to be admitted to the Graduate Faculty of the University of Nebraska
- Teaching experience at an accredited post-secondary institution
- Administrative experience at the departmental chair level
- Management experience with significant budget management experience
Preferred Qualifications:
- Familiarity with accreditation relevant to the college
- Significant experience in collaboration in a university system or external entities
- Familiarity with the programs of the college; academic, research, experiential learning, and resource development achievements
About Us:
The College of Education is a state and regional leader in programs that prepare educators as well as professionals in the speech-language pathology, community counseling, sports, fitness, and recreation fields. UNK offers undergraduate programs for the preparation of early childhood, elementary, middle level, secondary, special education and K-12 teachers; Master's degree programs in curriculum and instruction, special education, instructional technology, elementary and secondary administration, speech-language pathology, school counseling, clinical mental health counseling, and reading; Specialist programs in school psychology and educational administration; and highly-qualified professionals in recreation, exercise science, and athletic training.
The University of Nebraska at Kearney (UNK) is a public university committed to excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. As part of the University of Nebraska system, UNK offers a supportive, student-focused environment with the resources of a larger institution. Located in central Nebraska, UNK serves around 6,000 students and is known for its strong academics, welcoming campus culture, and dedication to student success. Join a team that values innovation, collaboration, and the power of education to transform lives.
As a University of Nebraska employee, you'll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, retirement, and wellness programs plus 13 paid holidays each year, generous leave options, and tuition remission.
For questions or accommodations related to this position contact: Paul Twigg, twiggp@unk.edu
Special Instructions to Applicant: Submit: (1) Letter of interest (2) Curriculum vitae (3) Contact information for five references
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