Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences

The University of Pikeville, the Leading University in Central Appalachia, is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS). The Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences is the chief academic and administrative officer for CAS. The Dean will provide strategic leadership and vision for the academic programs and will foster a high-quality environment of academic teaching, service, and scholarship to strengthen partnerships within and outside of CAS. The Dean will oversee faculty recruitment, development, and evaluation; fund- and friend-raising; community outreach/collaboration; budget management and resource allocation; program and curriculum development/assessment; and regional, state, and national accreditation. The position will also lead development of new, and enhancement of existing, academic programs in addition to supporting the needs of students and faculty. With visionary leadership and an innovative spirit, the Dean will play an integral role in collaborating with other stakeholders to ensure the University of Pikeville achieves its mission of serving central Appalachia. 

Responsibilities:

• Oversee personnel matters involving academic and non-academic employees within CAS including recruiting qualified candidates, conducting personnel evaluations, and preparing long-term professional development plans with members of the faculty.  

• Provide the VPAA with an annual review of faculty and staff including individualized professional development plans.

• Make recommendations to the VPAA regarding personnel appointments and reappointments, promotions, and dismissal if necessary.

• Prepare and manage faculty workload plans.

• Manage the overall CAS budget including allocation and expenditure of resources.

• Represent the University and CAS in recruiting efforts and attend various academic and social functions, both, on and off campus.

• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration, cooperation, and scholarly activity.

• Develop annual goals and objectives while guiding the activities of CAS.

• Serve as liaison with relevant professional associations as well as state and national regulatory or accrediting agencies.

• In collaboration with the VPAA, serve to support The Commission (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges SACSCOC) accreditation efforts; this includes compiling data and preparing accreditation documents.

• Coordinate the assessment and development of academic programs.

• Support University-wide assessment of key general education outcomes.

• Collaborate with colleagues within the University to submit grant applications and/or prepare proposals for outside funding of projects. 

• Participate as a member/Chair of academic and/or campus-wide committees as appointed by the VPAA or voted on by faculty.

• Collaborate with the Registrar on the development of course schedules and student registration processes.  

• Maintain good working relationships with faculty and administration in all academic and non-academic sectors.

• Communicate effectively with constituents within the University, surrounding community, and State regarding the University.

• Attend conferences and seminars to inform the campus community of teaching, learning, and advising trends and concepts.

• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Terminal degree required from a regionally accredited institution.

Experience:

• Administrative leadership experience in higher education.

• Experience teaching face-to-face and/or online within a higher education environment.

• Experience working with technology, particularly integrating technology into courses in innovative ways that enhance student engagement and learning.

• Experience managing budgets and personnel.  

• Ability to communicate and develop relationships/partnerships within the University and surrounding community.

• Alignment with the University mission.

• Ability to embrace diversity to best serve a growing higher education community.

• Ability to foster excellence and innovation.  

• A history of demonstrating strong character and outstanding integrity. 

The University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPIKE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, long term disability, tuition waivers, a 403(b)-retirement plan, and HSA, FSA, & dependent care accounts. UPIKE also offers a generous holiday schedule and paid leave program.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before  12/05/2026 will be given priority consideration.

Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please, specifically address the qualifications, competencies and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.

The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.

The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.

For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of their transcripts, a teaching philosophy statement, and the contact information for three to five professional references.