Dean, Fred Hale School of Business

Dean, School of Business

Description:

East Texas Baptist University invites applications for the dean of the Fred Hale School of Business. The School of Business offers Bachelor of Business Administration degrees in accounting, management, and marketing, a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, and a Master of Business Administration. The position is a ten and a half (10.5) month position with twelve (12) teaching hours per academic year. The dean develops and articulates a vision and associated goals for the school, coordinates the schedule of classes, supervises the academic curriculum for the school of business and leads the faculty of the school. The dean also assists in developing strategies for recruitment, retention, and growth of both graduate and undergraduate students.

Qualifications:

Ideal candidates will possess a doctorate in a business-related field. Preference will be given to candidates with university teaching experience and a record of progressive leadership experience. Candidates must have a strong commitment to academic rigor and teaching, the ability to communicate well with students and colleagues. The ideal candidate will have experience working through the business school accreditation process (ACBSP or AACSB). Candidates must possess an appreciation and commitment to teach in Christian higher education through the integration of biblical faith and learning. Candidates must demonstrate a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Faculty must live lifestyles consistent with the University’s biblical standards of morality, temperance, stewardship, as well as membership and active participation in the faculty members’ local Christian church.

The University:

East Texas Baptist University is a Christ-centered liberal arts university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an institution affiliated with Texas Baptists (BGCT), ETBU uses the Bible and the 1963 Baptist Faith and Message as well as the Resolution on Sexual Ethics (2009) and the Resolution on Transgender Issues (2015) as the theological framework and basis for institutional mission, governance, and policy. In compliance with federal law, the University does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, or military service in employment. Under federal law, East Texas Baptist University may discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its mission.

Applications:

Complete the university application using the "Apply" button, and upload the following documents:

• Letter of Application
• Personal Testimony of Christian Faith
• Curriculum Vita
• Statement of Philosophy of Teaching which includes an articulation of a personal approach to the integration of biblical faith and learning through a Christian worldview
• Statement of Philosophy of Academic Leadership
• Official transcripts from all schools attended (Academic Affairs, East Texas Baptist University, One Tiger Drive, Marshall, TX 75670-1498 or to academicaffairs@etbu.edu)
• Contact information (e-mail, mailing address, necessary phone numbers) for at least three professional references.
  
  
  

For additional information contact:

Dr. Thomas Sanders, Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs

AcademicAffairs@etbu.edu

903-923-2040

DEADLINES:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Interviews will begin as suitable applications are received.