Dean of Fine Arts jobs in Alabama

Dean of Fine Arts manages administrative functions of the college of fine arts. Develops college strategic initiatives and participates in university long-term planning and policy setting. Being a Dean of Fine Arts leads college in fundraising and cultivating relationships with donors. Provides senior level administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement, human resource, faculty development and performance appraisals, budget and finance, and facilities planning and management. Additionally, Dean of Fine Arts requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. The Dean of Fine Arts manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Dean of Fine Arts typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dean, College of Fine Arts
  • University of Montevallo
  • Montevallo, AL FULL_TIME
  • Position Number
    A03392

    Division
    Academic Affairs/Provost - ACA

    Department
    College of Fine Arts Dean's Office

    FLSA
    Exempt

    Salary Grade
    219

    Salary Classification
    Admin/Professional

    Annual Salary Range
    $105,928 - $145,107

    Hourly Salary Range
    Exempt

    Employment Status
    Full Time 12 Mos Regular

    General Description
    The purpose of this position is to carry the responsibility for all matters pertaining to curriculum development and assessment; faculty and staff recruitment, support, and evaluation; and management of budgets and facilities in the College. The Dean will promote academic excellence and faculty achievement and pursue external support for the college. The Dean will work collaboratively with department chairs and faculty members and will advise the Provost on issues related to the College. This position, beginning June 1, 2024, is eligible for the rank of full professor.
    Applications will be reviewed beginning February 16, 2024. A review of applications will continue until the position is filled.
    The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University of Montevallo and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by consistently demonstrating a professional and collegial demeanor.

    Essential Job Duties
    • Lead the College of Fine Arts
    • Develop a COFA Strategic Plan
    • Develop, implement, and evaluate COFA goals, objectives, policies, and services that are consistent with college and university strategic plans
    • Represent COFA as a media contact at the local, state, and national levels
    • Provide strategic leadership in maintaining compliance with all regulatory and accrediting bodies
    • Follow university processes and procedures
    • Support COFA departments in attracting high-quality faculty and support staff with a goal of improving diversity
    • Collaborate with Marketing & Communications to develop marketing plans for COFA and assist with coordinating departmental marketing
    • Coordinate fundraising and resource development by seeking and securing external funding to support scholarly activities
    • Ensure judicious oversight of financial resources to meet program and departmental goals
    • Support programmatic initiatives across all departments
    • Support departments in achieving recruitment goals
    • Provide leadership and advocacy for all programs and departments
    • Coordinate curriculum development and assessment; support academic programs and teaching modalities
    • Participate in program and departmental academic activities such as attending exhibitions, plays, presentations, recitals, etc.
    • Employ decision making informed by knowledge of higher education trends and supported by data
    • Cultivate a collegial, collaborative, diverse environment with faculty, students, staff, administrators, and the community
    • Facilitate resolution of conflicts of all types, including assisting in the resolution of students’ concerns and grievances; adjudicate academic suspensions and other student performance issues
    • Manage projects from concept to completion
    • Participate in community outreach: build and sustain lasting professional partnerships with relevant constituents (community representatives and professional stakeholders)
    • Facilitate cooperative working relationships with local stakeholders and establish innovative partnerships
    • Other duties, as assigned



    Additional Duties

    Essential Job Duties are intended to be examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There will be other duties as assigned. The individual holding this position will serve as a representative of the University and, as such, shall promote a positive impression by demonstrating a collegial and professional customer-service approach at all times.

    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    Documented experience and excellence in teaching;
    Peer-reviewed scholarship or creative practice;
    Membership and meaningful involvement in professional organizations;
    Effective oral and written communication skills, including empathy, respect, and responsiveness;
    Strong critical thinking, decision-making, creative, and information-processing skills;
    Skills and experience with emerging technologies;
    Knowledge of accreditation processes ;
    Skills in leadership and management;
    Skills in problem-solving and crisis management;
    Skills in collaboration;
    Skills in maintaining records and time management;
    Skills in public relations and representation of the college;
    Knowledge of college operations, services, and policies;
    Skills in customer service (interpersonal, tact, diplomacy, fairness);
    Knowledge of ethical and legal issues in higher education and ability to perform accordingly;
    Ability to use discernment and use good judgment in decision-making;
    Ability to multi-task;
    Flexible and adaptable to change;
    Teaching, mentoring, advising, and supervisory skills;
    Skills in budget and facility management;
    Knowledge regarding data collection, analysis, and interpretation;
    Ability to plan academic schedules

    Education and Experience
    The educational requirement for this position is: Terminal degree in a field represented in the University of Montevallo College of Fine Arts
    Education substituted for experience? No

    This position requires: A minimum of 3-years of experience in higher education administration and credentials commensurate with appointment at the rank of tenured Associate Professor or Professor
    Experience substituted for education? No

    Licenses, Certification or Registrations
    None

    Environmental Working Conditions
    Indoor

    Travel Requirements

    Number of Vacancies
    1

    Desired Start Date
    6/1/2024 or before

    Physical Requirements
    The physical activities required for this position involve:

    Standing: Under 1/3 of the time; walking: Under 1/3 of the time; sitting: Over 2/3 of the time; using hands: Over 2/3 of the time; reaching with hands and arms: Under 1/3 of the time; talking or hearing: Over 2/3 of the time

    This position requires lifting:

    Up to 10 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 25 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; up to 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time; and, more than 100 pounds: Under 1/3 of the time.

    This position has the following special vision requirements:

    None

    Open Date
    12/22/2023

    Close Date

    Open Until Filled
    Yes

    Special Instructions to Applicants

    Additional Statement
    The University of Montevallo does not discriminate against job applicants based on their national origin or citizenship or immigration status. Because of the costs associated with visa sponsorship/transfer, the University typically will not sponsor applicants for a work visa or transfer of an existing visa. No commitment for visa assistance and/or sponsorship can be made until a thorough search is conducted, including a proper and methodical review of all applicants.

    Diversity Statement
    In keeping with the charge of the President’s Diversity Task Force, which is “…to implement practices that help the University recruit and retain a diverse workforce and to foster initiatives that promote an inclusive campus environment,” UM is actively seeking applicants who fully represent racial, ethnic, and cultural diversity.

    EEO Statement
    UM is an AA/EO/Veterans/Disability Institution

    Quick Link
    https://jobs.montevallo.edu/postings/8654

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  • Dean McCrary
  • Mobile, AL FULL_TIME
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  • M.C. Dean
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
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  • Mobile, AL FULL_TIME
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Telecommunications Apprentice - Huntsville, AL
  • M.C. Dean
  • Huntsville, AL FULL_TIME
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Facilities Engineer Manager - Montgomery, AL
  • M.C. Dean
  • Montgomery, AL FULL_TIME
  • Facilities Engineer Manager - Montgomery, AL Location: Montgomery, AL Req. Number: 5036 DescriptionM.C. Dean is Building Intelligence™. We design, build, operate, and maintain cyber-physical solutions...
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Income Estimation for Dean of Fine Arts jobs
$124,651 to $186,101

Dean of Fine Arts in Memphis, TN
Scheib, who is dean of the School of Visual and Performing Arts at Seton Hill, replaces Michael Hood, who retired from IUP in June.
February 03, 2020
Dean of Fine Arts in Mobile, AL
In addition to his bachelor’s degree in music education, Scheib also earned a Master of Arts from IUP in organ performance.
December 01, 2019
Dean of Fine Arts in Clearwater, FL
Kelley said drastic changes won’t happen the College of Fine Arts in these next few months.
December 11, 2019