Dean, College of Business, Engineering and Technology

National University is a private nonprofit leader among adult learners, seeking a Dean for the College of Business, Engineering and Technology. The Dean will serve as the chief academic and strategic officer, responsible for advancing a culture of inclusive excellence and ensuring the relevance and continuous improvement of academic programs.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the chief academic and strategic officer of the college/school
• Responsible for advancing a culture of inclusive excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and service
• Provide vision and direction to align the college’s goals with institutional priorities
• Ensure the relevance, impact, and continuous improvement of its academic programs
• Lead a high-performing academic community, supporting faculty recruitment, development, and retention
• Foster a collaborative environment grounded in academic rigor and professional engagement
• Oversee the college’s budget, staffing, and operational strategy
• Ensure sustainable use of fiscal and human resources in service of both innovation and institutional effectiveness
• Actively seek external partnerships, funding opportunities, and philanthropic support that expand student opportunity, faculty development, and institutional reach

Requirements:

• 15 years of relevant academic leadership and administrative experience in executive positions in higher education, preferably in multi-disciplinary units or, equivalent combination of education and experience
• An earned doctorate or another terminal degree in a discipline within the College of Business, Engineering, and Technology
• A demonstrated capacity for leadership of a multi-disciplinary unit
• Demonstrated success in leading strategic innovation to improve student success, retention, and academic achievement across diverse modalities and populations
• Demonstrated experience leveraging technology and data-informed practices to enhance teaching effectiveness, student engagement, and learning outcomes
• Demonstrated success in the development, implementation, and continuous refinement of strategic plans aligned with institutional mission and college growth
• Demonstrated experience fostering academic excellence through faculty development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and programmatic innovation
• A command of significant business, professional, and technological issues to help build educational solutions