Dean of Fine Arts and Humanities

Brenau University

. Serve as the primary academic and administrative leader for the College of Fine Arts and Humanities .

Posted 9/23/2026full-timeGainesville • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strategic leadership in academic administration, with a focus on faculty development, student advocacy, and program improvement. Possesses a strong background in accreditation compliance and budget management within a higher education context.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Earned DoctorateAcademic Administration ExperienceStudent AdvocacyAccreditation ComplianceInterpersonal Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

TeachingResearchPolicy DevelopmentBudget ManagementStrategic PlanningEnrollment GrowthGrant ManagementProgram DevelopmentAssessment LeadershipFaculty Mentoring

Soft Skills

Conflict ResolutionTrust BuildingResponsive LeadershipTeam MotivationInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Georgia Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Higher EducationAcademic ProgramsFaculty PromotionStudent SuccessCommunity PartnershipsEnrollment ManagementAccreditation GuidelinesStrategic LeadershipDepartmental GoalsProfessional Growth

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as the primary academic and administrative leader for the College of Fine Arts and Humanities
Report directly to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs
Provide strategic leadership and manage academic operations
Advocate for faculty, staff, and students
Maintain a teaching load of 9 credit hours (3 courses) per academic year
Foster continuous improvement of academic programs and degree tracks
Promote faculty scholarship, research initiatives, and creative activity
Mentor and evaluate department chairs, faculty, and administrative staff
Support professional growth, leadership development, and faculty promotion
Partner with admissions on student recruitment, enrollment growth, and program outreach
Champion student success, academic advising, and retention initiatives
Maintain knowledge of accreditation guidelines and ensure compliance
Direct short- and long-term strategic planning
Oversee budget allocation, resource management, fundraising, and grant efforts
Build partnerships with industry leaders, community organizations, and alumni
Expand external outreach to enhance regional reputation and workforce alignment
Serve on the Academic Council and other University committees
Perform strategic duties and institutional initiatives as directed by the Provost
Supervise, manage, and motivate individuals or teams to achieve departmental goals

Requirements

What you’ll need

Earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree/credentials from an institutionally accredited university
Teaching, research, and service commensurate with appointment to the rank of full professor
Prior experience in academic administration
Experience in policy and staff development
Demonstrated student advocacy and responsive leadership within a higher education environment
Leadership in assessment and accreditation agencies affecting school programs
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to build trust and resolve conflict across stakeholder groups
Commitment to building enrollment while maintaining high-quality academic programs
Eligibility to work in the United States without employer sponsorship
Successful completion of required employment screenings
Required professional degrees, licenses, or certifications must be submitted at application
Valid Georgia driver's license and good driving record required only for university travel or vehicle operation

Benefits

Comp & perks

Benefits dependent upon employment status, years of service, and worker category
Health, wellness, financial, and community benefits offered through Brenau University
Salary-exempt position paid bi-weekly
Time-off requests managed through the ADP employee portal