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Job Opening: Edgerley Family Dean of Business Administration, Kansas State University

  • 1.  Job Opening: Edgerley Family Dean of Business Administration, Kansas State University

    Posted 01-14-2011 14:08
    With apologies for any cross-postings, we’d like to get the word out about
    this unique opportunity!

    Edgerley Family Dean of Business Administration, Kansas State University
    Kansas State University invites applications and nominations for the
    Edgerley Family Dean of Business Administration in the College of Business
    Administration.

    The University: Kansas State University is a Carnegie Doctoral/Research-
    Extensive institution with an enrollment of 23,600 students, including
    4,000 graduate students. The University is recognized for the quality of
    its academic programs and for consistently producing recipients of top
    national academic scholarships. The College of Business Administration is
    a major component of this student-centered research university. The Dean
    of the College of Business Administration reports directly to the Provost
    and Senior Vice President.

    The College of Business Administration: The College of Business
    Administration is comprised of 2,380 undergraduate students in the
    Departments of Accounting, Finance, Management and Marketing, and 140
    students enrolled in the Masters of Accountancy and Masters of Business
    Administration programs. Both undergraduate and graduate programs have
    experienced and anticipate steady growth, resulting in the creation of 12
    new endowed chair positions over the last 10 years, with a focus on
    developing programs in areas such as entrepreneurship, leadership, ethics,
    investment management, and relationship selling. All programs are
    accredited by the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
    (AACSB). The Accounting program is one of the few in the nation to have
    achieved separate accreditation. There are 59 full-time faculty positions
    in the College.

    Responsibilities: The Dean of the College of Business Administration is
    the chief academic and administrative officer of the College. The Dean has
    responsibility for providing leadership and support for:

    • all academic programs in the College;
    • high-quality undergraduate and graduate experiences;
    • continued excellence and growth in research programs;
    • effective academic advising;
    • recruitment and retention of high caliber, diverse students to the
    college;
    • working productively with faculty, department heads, deans, students,
    University administrators and the broader community on interdisciplinary
    and collaborative projects;
    • effective fiscal stewardship and fundraising efforts on behalf of the
    College; and
    • maintaining close ties with alumni, benefactors and other constituents
    on issues related to the enhancement of the College and the University.

    Qualifications: Qualified applicants must have a Ph.D. or other terminal
    degree in a business discipline; a proven record of excellence in research
    that merits appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure in an
    academic unit of the College; and a proven record of success in an
    administrative position with responsibility for guiding strategy, managing
    finances, motivating faculty and engaging external constituencies
    (especially alumni and the business community) comparable to an academic
    department head or higher.
    Successful candidates should possess as many of these preferred
    characteristics as possible:

    • demonstrated vision and leadership in developing and implementing
    successful interdisciplinary programs that enhance the standing of the
    institution,
    • ability to conduct external fundraising,
    • ability to manage international programs, including curriculum, study
    abroad and exchange programs,
    • demonstrated expertise in promoting diversity and inclusion among
    students, faculty, staff, and in the curriculum.

    The Dean should also share the values and culture of the university, which
    includes a true concern for a diverse student population, a love of
    teaching and a strong commitment to research. The individual must be a
    person with a excellent interpersonal and communication skills, a
    reputation for open and honest communication and a high level of personal
    integrity.

    Manhattan, Kansas: Kansas State University is located in Manhattan, KS in
    the rolling Flint Hills approximately 100 miles west of Kansas City.
    Manhattan has a population of 52,000 residents. The surrounding area
    offers excellent opportunities for outdoor activities such as camping,
    boating, hunting, fishing, hiking and biking. Mostly as a result of the
    university’s influence, cultural and sporting events are at a level of
    frequency and quality rare in cities of this size. Further, Manhattan
    offers affordable housing, extremely strong elementary, middle, and high
    school programs, and a crime rate one-half the national average. Finally,
    commercial jet service to both Dallas and Chicago increases accessibility.
    In short, Manhattan offers a variety of urban amenities yet retains the
    best qualities of a small university town.

    Application Process: Inquiries, nominations and applications will be
    treated confidentially. Review of applications will begin February 4,
    2011, and will continue until a successful candidate is identified.
    Applicants should provide a letter of application detailing your
    qualifications for the position; a vita; and the names, addresses,
    telephone numbers, and email addresses of between three and five
    references that have first-hand knowledge of the applicant's career and
    administrative experience. All documents should be submitted
    electronically in PDF format. Anticipated appointment is by July 1, 2011.
    Applications should be directed to:

    Dr. John English
    Dean, College of Engineering and
    Chair, Dean of Business Administration Search Committee
    BA-DeanSearch@k-state.edu

    Additional information about the position, the College of Business
    Administration and the University, and the Manhattan community can be
    found at http://www.k-state.edu/provost/searches. In accordance with
    Kansas Board of Regents policy, the University is required to run a
    background check on the final candidate. Kansas State University is an
    affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and actively seeks diversity
    among its employees.

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