Chief Academic Officer & Dean — Theological Education

American Academy of Religion and Society of Biblical Literature; Leawood (KS); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Paul School of Theology seeks a visionary Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean to lead academic programs across Kansas, Oklahoma, and online platforms.

The role oversees faculty governance, curriculum development, accreditation, assessment, and strategic planning, ensuring rigorous Wesleyan theological education and alignment with church priorities. The position emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and external partnerships to advance mission.

Qualifications

• Strong integrative leadership across campuses and online environments.
• Experience with multi-campus, hybrid, or online modalities.
• Proven ability to align academic priorities with enrollment and resources.

Responsibilities

• Leads and implements a unified academic vision across campuses and online programs.
• Oversees curriculum development, academic policy, and program reviews.
• Ensures accreditation compliance and ongoing program assessment.
• Partners with church bodies and denominational structures to support mission.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Curriculum development

Accreditation knowledge

Faculty governance

Education

Ph.D. in theological discipline

Tools

ATS standards

HLC standards

Job description

Saint Paul School of Theology seeks a visionary Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean to lead academic programs across Kansas, Oklahoma, and online platforms.

The role oversees faculty governance, curriculum development, accreditation, assessment, and strategic planning, ensuring rigorous Wesleyan theological education and alignment with church priorities. The position emphasizes collaboration, diversity, and external partnerships to advance mission.