Dean, College of Business

University of Houston – Victoria; Victoria (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas A&M University–Victoria seeks a Dean of the College of Business to lead during a period of growth as it joins the Texas A&M University System. The Dean will advance strategic priorities, strengthen AACSB-accredited programs, and support student success for a diverse and regional workforce.

The Dean will work with faculty, staff, and community partners to shape new programs, including a proposed baccalaureate in Agribusiness, nurture collaboration, and uphold a culture of integrity,

Qualifications

• Accomplished academic leader with a collaborative, transparent, and data-informed leadership style.
• Record of supporting faculty excellence and building strong relationships across the University and region.
• Ability to advance academic quality and respond to regional workforce needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and advance AACSB-accredited programs and academic quality.
• Strengthen and broaden programs to meet regional workforce needs.
• Support accreditation efforts and evaluate opportunities for new and expanded programs.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and community partners to advance student success.

Job description

Texas A&M University–Victoria seeks a Dean of the College of Business (COB) at a pivotal moment in its history. Following its 2025 transition into the Texas A&M University System and the recent appointments of a new President and Provost, the University is positioned for renewed growth and transformation. The next Dean will play a central role in helping shape this future by advancing strategic priorities, strengthening academic programs, and contributing to a culture of collaboration, innovation, and student success.

The Dean will be responsible for building on the College’s AACSB‑accredited programs and ensuring programs are responsive to regional workforce needs, including supporting the creation of a new baccalaureate degree in Agribusiness. Working closely with faculty, staff, and community partners, the Dean will advance academic quality, support accreditation efforts, evaluate opportunities for new and expanded programs, and help address workforce and economic development initiatives throughout the region. Serving a student population that includes a high percentage of first‑generation, transfer, and non‑traditional learners, Texas A&M University–Victoria is deeply committed to access and opportunity.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished academic leader with a collaborative, transparent, and data‑informed leadership style; a record of supporting faculty excellence; and the ability to build strong relationships across the University and region. This individual will have the vision, integrity, and strategic acumen necessary to strengthen the College, enhance its impact on students and communities, and help advance Texas A&M University–Victoria's mission during a period of exceptional opportunity and momentum.

A detailed leadership profile is available at wittkieffer.com.

The Texas A&M University System is an Equal Opportunity/ Veterans/ Disability Employer.