Dean, School of the Arts

Western Colorado University; Gunnison (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Western Colorado University is seeking a Dean of the School of the Arts to lead Art, Design, Film, Music, and Theatre programs in Gunnison, Colorado. The Dean will set a bold vision for creative excellence, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and drive enrollment growth and student success.

The successful candidate will lead and develop faculty and staff, expand experiential and career-connected learning, and strengthen ties with alumni, donors, and the arts community, elevating the school's

Job description

Position Summary:

Job Description:

Western Colorado University is seeking a Dean, School of the Arts to lead Art, Design, Film, Music, and Theatre programs in Gunnison, Colorado. Reporting to the Provost, this leader will shape a bold vision for creative excellence while driving interdisciplinary collaboration, enrollment growth, and student success. The Dean will lead and develop faculty and staff, expand experiential and career-connected learning, and strengthen connections with alumni, donors, and the broader arts community. This is an opportunity to elevate the School’s visibility and position Western as a destination for creative excellence.

WESTERN COLORADO UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER INCLUDING DISABILITY/VETERANS

It is the ongoing policy and practice of Western Colorado University to provide equal opportunity in employment to all employees and applicants. No person shall be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of age (40 and over), color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, ancestry, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, marital status, or any other applicable status protected by federal, state, or local law.

ADAAA ACCOMMODATIONS:

Western Colorado University is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Western will assist individuals who have a disability with any reasonable accommodation requests related to employment, including completing the application process, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, participating in the employee selection process, and/or performing essential job functions where the requested accommodation does not impose an undue hardship. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodation to ensure you have a positive experience applying or interviewing for this position, please direct your inquiries to the Office of Human Resources at [e-mail] or [phone].