Dean, Continuing Education

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University Continuing Education seeks a visionary leader to set mission, strategy, and growth for lifelong learning initiatives. You will align CES activities with BYU’s mission, manage operations and budgets, and cultivate strategic partnerships across BYU, the Church Educational System, and the LDS Church.

The role requires a doctorate and 10+ years in higher education leadership, with a track record of program integrity and staff development. Relocation to Utah is expected.

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution.
• Higher education teaching, research, and/or continuing education experience.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Mission, vision, and strategy for BYU Continuing Education.
• Provide strategic direction for planning, operations, fiscal and personnel management.
• Foster partnerships with CES, BYU units, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
• Ensure program excellence and compliance with policies and laws.
• Lead full-time, part-time, student and contract employees toward growth.
• Approve annual budgets and oversee endowment-related finances.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial management

Relationship building

Communication

Integrity & discretion

Mentoring & training

Travel readiness

Policy & compliance

Education

Doctorate degree

Higher education leadership/teaching experience

Job description

Provide vision, leadership, and strategic direction for BYU Continuing Education in delivering lifelong learning that benefits the world through enlightening minds, encouraging growth, and expanding opportunities. Lead global access to BYU academic programs and professional education experiences while fostering key relationships across BYU, the Church Educational System, and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.

What You’ll Do In This Position

Mission, vision, and strategy.

• Work with the Church Educational System (CES), University Administration, campus partners, and Continuing Education leadership to establish, promote, and achieve the mission, vision, and values of BYU Continuing Education.
• Provide strategic direction for planning, operations, fiscal management, and personnel management.

Fostering relationships

• Partner with University Administration to align Continuing Education programs with the mission and AIMS of a BYU Education.
• Develop and foster mutually meaningful partnerships with academic and auxiliary units at BYU.
• Collaborate with CES and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints to support requested initiatives.

Program excellence and integrity

• Ensure Continuing Education programs meet expectations of University Administration and the Board of Trustees.
• Ensure compliance with applicable Church, University, Continuing Education, and governmental policies, regulations, and laws.

Personnel leadership

• Ensure full-time, part-time, student, and contract employees are aligned with Church standards and possess requisite skills.
• Provide resources and support for employee training, growth, and development.

Fiscal responsibility

• Approve annual Continuing Education budgets and oversee use of endowment and similar accounts.
• Ensure fiscally sound operations of Continuing Education programs and services.

Posting Close Date

November 23, 2026

NOTE

Last day to apply is Sunday, November 22, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. (MT)

Minimum Required

What qualifies you for this role

• Earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution. Must have the required degree by the start date.
• Higher education teaching, research, and/or continuing education experience.
• At least 10 years of leadership experience in higher education.
• Experience in one or more of: organizational management; financial and budgetary management; strategic management; operations management; marketing management; or instructional design and technology.

Required Skills

• Alignment with the BYU Honor Code and standards of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; commitment to leadership consistent with BYU mission and AIMS.
• Strategic relationship building, complex decision-making, and process improvement.
• Ability to manage applicable laws, regulations, policies, and organizational processes.
• Demonstrated financial management and effective communication and collaboration with direct reports.
• Confidentiality, discretion, emotional self-management, positive influence, ethical conduct, and integrity.
• Ability to train and mentor employees; willingness to travel as required.

Preferred Skills

• Experience building connections with academic and auxiliary units in a large university.
• Knowledge of areas under supervision.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards and reviews.

Documents Required at the Time of Application

Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, Mission Alignment Statement, and cover letter to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment.

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

Employment Requirements

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend.

All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.