Dean, College of Business

Company: Alfred University
Location: Alfred
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description The Dean of the College of Business serves as a collaborative and visionary leader, guiding the business school with integrity, inclusivity, and purpose rather than acting as a traditional boss. This role demands strong management and administrative skills, along with the ability to delegate effectively and empower faculty, staff, and students to reach shared goals and vision. The ideal candidate possesses excellent communication skills, fostering strong relationships across the university and with external partners to advance the school’s mission and strategic priorities. Reporting to the Provost and Chief Operating Officer, the Dean is the Chief Academic Officer for the College, responsible for leading it into greater growth and prominence by pursuing excellence in educational programs. The Dean is responsible for the academic and research missions of the College including review and approval of all academic programs and policies, as well as the appointment, promotion, development, and support of a diverse faculty and staff. The Dean is also responsible for the overall quality of academic and research programs and maintenance of AACSB accreditation. The Dean will execute the strategic plan of the College and develop initiatives in the College that contribute to the University’s strategic plan. The Dean will collaborate as a member of the President’s Executive Council and the Provost’s Deans’ Council. Salary: $159,802-$169,003 annually Requirements: Significant successful business experience at the administrative level will be considered. The candidate will have a demonstrated ability to establish and leverage sustainable relationships with businesses, education, and other constituencies to support student recruiting, provide student internships and career opportunities, scholarships, and to develop fundraising opportunities. We seek a leader who can collaborate and communicate effectively, who demonstrates evidence of visionary leadership in organizational change and management, and who articulates a clear vision and goals for the future. Formal Education: Required qualifications for the successful candidate include either an earned doctorate/terminal degree in a business-related field or a master’s degree with equivalent senior business leadership experience. The qualified candidate will have successful leadership experience—this can be at the chair, assistant/associate dean, dean, or comparable level with a prominent research background, or it can be managerial experience in a corporate or other business environment. Additional Knowledge/Skills: Additional knowledge or skills include experience designing and implementing new programs and initiatives both on and off campus and experience marshaling and deploying resources to achieve strategic ends. The ideal candidate also has experience with AACSB accreditation requirements and processes, including effective assessment of programs. Experience working with other higher education accrediting bodies such as Middle States, ACBSP, etc. will be considered. Further, the ideal candidate has a creative, collaborative, and entrepreneurial mindset. Application Process: Letter of application Curriculum vitae Statement of leadership philosophy and vision for advancing the Business School's mission, academic achievements, and external engagement Name and contact information for three (3) references Any inquiries may be directed to the Dean of Libraries Brian Sullivan at sullivan@alfred.edu Application Deadline: ???????For full consideration, completed applications should be received by January 5, 2026. Review of applications will continue until the position is ?lled. Physical Demands & Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. About Alfred University Lighting the way for students since 1836.“ We've always been a place for makers, especially those who make the future. Our commitment to independent thinking, creativity, academic rigor and community have made us a unique kind of leader since 1836. ” Alfred University (AU) was founded on principles of social justice in 1836 by liberal, independent thinkers who placed high value on education for all citizens. The University has retained and built upon the strong values of its founders, developing as an institution of national and international renown that is responsive to the needs of contemporary society while remaining consistent with the spirit of its origins. Alfred University is the second oldest coeducational college in the United States as well as one of the earliest nineteenth century colleges to have enrolled African American and Native American students. It has a long-standing history of educating socially conscious students who make a difference in their professions and their communities. Over the course of the twentieth century, Alfred University evolved into a complex institution offering a full range of programs in the liberal arts and sciences, art and design, engineering, business, education, counseling, and school psychology to its nearly 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students that live, learn, and play on a 232-acre campus located in an idyllic, creative valley in Western New York. To learn more, visit alfred.edu. Alfred University actively subscribes to a policy of equal employment opportunity, and will not discriminate against any employee, student or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, physical or mental disability, religion, ancestry or national origin, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, domestic violence victim status, criminal conviction status, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Powered by JazzHR AIlvy1IoJR

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