Dean, School of Business

Minimum Qualifications: Credentials that merit appointment for a tenure-track academic appointment at the rank of Professor or a current appointment at UConn at the rank of Professor in one of UConn’s schools and colleges, including a doctoral degree or other terminal degree in a field relevant to leadership in academic affairs and the school. Equivalent foreign degrees are acceptable. Demonstrated visionary leadership with a proven track record of successful administrative leadership. Progressively responsible leadership experience at a higher education institution, demonstrating knowledge of core management functions, experience with managing strategic priorities, and understanding and embracing University policies, guidance, best practices, and procedures. Success in building and executing a strategic and fiscally sound academic budget. Solid track record in meeting a university mission with respect to enrollment, graduation, research, innovation, and fundraising.

Preferred Qualifications: Background and experience pertinent to the unique programs and setting of the School, including a clear understanding of the academic vision of the university, the land-grant mission of the University, and the School’s goals and opportunities to deliver quality undergraduate and graduate education. Professional experience in or with business or industry outside higher education, including: demonstrated responsibility for organizational growth, innovation, financial performance, or the development of new markets, products, or revenue streams; or significant partnerships resulting in increased student engagement and placement, new research, or adoption of technology. Proven business and political acumen commensurate with the leadership needs of the School of Business, including the ability to navigate the organizational, political, and fiscal realities unique to a major public research university; demonstrable experience applying sound judgment; and an ability to manage change, resolve conflict, and build consensus. Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to develop, engage, and maintain constructive and professional relationships with senior administrators, faculty, staff, students, and other individuals and organizations. A collaborative and collegial approach toward fostering partnerships within the School of Business and academic units across the University. Demonstrated commitment to increasing a sense of belonging for all members of the school, including assessing needs, developing initiatives, and applying best practices. Demonstrated understanding of the Dean’s role as chief fundraiser for the School of Business and the skillsets needed to form and maintain partnerships with donors and alumni. Varied and extensive success in securing extramural funding from state and federal agencies or foundations. Demonstrated record of academic leadership that advances excellence across the School’s core missions of research, teaching, student success, external engagement, and societal impact, including the ability to recruit, develop, and retain outstanding faculty and staff. Knowledge of AACSB accreditation standards and experience with accreditation, continuous improvement, assurance of learning, faculty sufficiency and qualifications, and strategic planning within an AACSB-accredited business school. Demonstrated success in supporting externally funded research and building institutional capacity to secure funding from federal and state agencies, foundations, corporations, and other external partners. Experience managing complex budgets and allocating resources across multiple entities. Demonstrated ability to analyze, understand, and interpret complex situations and problems, evaluate options, devise and propose solutions that align resources with goals, implement plans, and measure outcomes. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in a diverse organization. Excellent written and oral communication skills and ability to effectively communicate needs, plans, and programs. Experience as an agent of innovation and change, achieving excellence across a complex organization, including setting ambitious performance goals, holding units accountable for results, and measurable outcomes to assess progress. Demonstrated ability to work collegially and cooperatively on partnership initiatives with other schools and colleges, with the upper administration, and with external partners. For more information regarding the School of Business, please visit the website: https://www.business.uconn.edu/Appointment Terms This is a full-time, 12-month, management-exempt position with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate may be considered for a 9-month, tenure-track academic appointment in one of the University’s schools/colleges. This is a full-time position that will be performed on-site in Connecticut. Salary commensurate with experience, with a generous benefits package. This job will be filled subject to budgetary approval. Terms and Conditions of Employment Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check. All employees are subject to adherence to the State Code of Ethics, which may be found at http://www.ct.gov/ethics/site/default.asp.All members of the University of Connecticut are expected to exhibit appreciation of, and contribute to, an inclusive, respectful, and diverse environment for the University community. The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee’s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The University of Connecticut is an AA/EEO Employer.