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Morehead State University Dean, Volgenau College of Education in Morehead, Kentucky
The Office of Dean, Volgenau College of Education at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as a Dean, Volgenau College of Education. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2025.Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.RESPONSIBILITIES: The Dean is responsible for administering and providing direct and effective leadership in undergraduate and graduate program development, evaluation, staffing, budgeting and resource management to faculty and staff in the departments of Teacher Education and Foundational and Graduate Studies in Education; projects and auxiliary services including the Educational Services Unit, and the Education Unit for Child Care Services. Departmental chairs and select coordinators and directors report directly to the Dean.REQUIREMENTS: Earned doctorate from a regionally accredited university in a field of study that is represented within the academic college. Three years of successful academic experience in higher education at the level of Department Chair or higher. Three years of significant leadership experience in upper administration within a K-12 school district may substitute for three or more years as a Department Chair. Faculty rank commensurate with professional credentials. Understanding of shared governance, personnel leadership, curricular and budgetary matters. Effective leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Education accreditation experience and/or experience in a K-12 setting.SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship. Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: https://moreheadstate.peopleadmin.com and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a resume or curriculum vitae, a letter of interest and the name and contact information for 5 references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by October 20, 2024. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Chris Schroeder, the search committee chair, at c.schroeder@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.