Texas Tech University seeks an innovative, dynamic candidate for the position of Dean of the College of Media & Communication.
The Dean is the college's chief academic and administrative officer and reports to the Senior Vice President and Provost. As the College’s chief academic officer, the Dean provides intellectual and administrative leadership, guiding the College in its commitment to innovative, relevant education for current and future generations of students. The Dean’s responsibilities include consulting with and empowering faculty to revise and develop curricula; maintaining high standards of teaching, research, and service; administering the College’s budget; recruiting faculty; taking a leading role in other faculty personnel matters, including tenure, promotion, continuance, and renewal; and advocating for the College at the University, state, national, and international level. The Dean also has primary responsibilities for external initiatives, including community outreach, alumni relations, and development at the state, national, and international levels.
About The University
Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.
About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.
Major/Essential Functions
Primary responsibilities include:
Oversight of all academic programs.
Oversight of student recruitment and retention efforts.
Oversight of all aspects of College governance.
Hiring faculty and staff, management of personnel, and oversight of all review processes.
Management of the college budget.
Oversight of strategic planning and implementation.
Directing external relations, including developing community relationships and ties with alumni
Leading fundraising activities.
Implementation of all University and state procedures and policies.
Representing the College to University senior administration.
The successful candidate for the Dean of the College of Media & Communication position will be an experienced and empathetic leader who has expertise in maintaining and strengthening internal and external relationships with individuals and constituencies in support of the College while also handling multiple University priorities.
Preferred Qualifications
A record of accomplishments (academic or professional) to qualify for appointment at the rank of Professor.
Proven transformational leader who can be a champion for the College.
Ability to spearhead and articulate a shared vision and leadership role for the College.
Ability to facilitate recruitment and development of exceptional faculty, staff, and students.
Ability to promote multidisciplinary research and teaching, including experience cultivating innovative scholarship and creative activity.
Commitment to a collaborative approach to faculty and staff governance and decision-making and creating an environment that promotes and rewards excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
Ability to advocate for the College at local, state, national, and international levels.
An understanding of and commitment to media and communication education.
An understanding of the ways constantly evolving media technology affects all aspects of communication
Ability to lead curricular and programmatic innovations and entrepreneurial efforts.
Commitment to the mission of the College of Media & Communication and the University.
Ability to build strong relationships with industry leaders and alumni in Texas, across the country, and worldwide.
Safety Information
Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.
Does this position work in a research laboratory?
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Greenwood/Asher & Associates, LLC is assisting Texas Tech University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. In order to assure the fullest consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by August 15, 2024.
Inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher and Associates. For a full application package, please provide a letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, and a list of five references.
Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential to the extent allowed under Texas law. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check.
Please Direct Inquiries, Nominations, And Application Materials To
Julie Holley, Search Manager & Associate Vice President of Executive Search
Maggie Mayes, Senior Executive Search Consultant
julieholley@greenwoodsearch.com
maggiemayes@greenwoodsearch.com
Job Type
Full Time
Pay Basis
Monthly
Pay Statement
Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.
Travel Required
Up to 25%
Grant Funded?
No
Job Group
Executive Administration
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Higher Education
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