Executive Dean - Fine Arts & Humanities Leadership

Brenau-University-Inc; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenau University in Gainesville, GA invites applications for the Dean of the College of Fine Arts and Humanities. The Dean provides strategic leadership, oversees academic operations, and advocates for faculty, staff, and students while maintaining teaching load.

The ideal candidate holds a doctorate, has proven administrative leadership, and a commitment to enrollment growth, accreditation standards, and collaboration with campus partners to advance liberal arts education.

Qualifications

• PhD or terminal degree with teaching, research, and service expectations.
• Proven experience in academic administration and policy development.
• Commitment to enrollment growth and high-quality programs.
• Leadership in assessment and accreditation processes.
• Strong communication and stakeholder relationship skills.

Responsibilities

• Foster continuous improvement of academic programs and degree tracks.
• Promote faculty scholarship, research, and creative activity.
• Mentor department chairs, faculty and staff for high performance.
• Support ongoing professional growth and leadership development.
• Partner with admissions to drive recruitment and enrollment growth.
• Champion student success, advising, and retention initiatives.
• Oversee accreditation compliance and strategic planning.
• Direct budgeting, resource management and fundraising efforts.
• Advocate for the college with industry, community, and alumni.
• Expand external outreach to enhance regional reputation.

Skills

Academic leadership

Interpersonal communication

Conflict resolution

Strategic planning

Faculty mentorship

Education

Doctorate or terminal degree

Job description

Brenau University in Gainesville, GA invites applications for the Dean of the College of Fine Arts and Humanities. The Dean provides strategic leadership, oversees academic operations, and advocates for faculty, staff, and students while maintaining teaching load.

The ideal candidate holds a doctorate, has proven administrative leadership, and a commitment to enrollment growth, accreditation standards, and collaboration with campus partners to advance liberal arts education.