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Dean, Honors College

The University of Oklahoma (OU) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the Honors College. The successful candidate shall be an inspiring, visionary, and transformational Dean who leads the reimagination of the Honors College and its organizational structure, mechanisms for student engagement, and positioning as a Top 20 Honors College.

The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the college and is responsible for providing visionary leadership to promote excellence, innovation, and student success. Reporting to the Senior Vice President and Provost, the Dean will coordinate with faculty, staff, administrators, and other deans across the university to provide ambitious, academically gifted students with opportunities to develop their intellectual potential in challenging classes, research programs, and a social environment that fosters cross-disciplinary collaboration.

The successful candidate will have a Ph.D., or a terminal degree, in a relevant discipline, with a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for a tenured appointment at the rank of full professor (preferred) or associate professor (required); demonstrated experience in academic administration, including administration with a high-achieving student population; knowledge of honors education best practices; ability to effectively engage in fundraising and development activities; ability to facilitate change and build cooperative campus-wide networks within a large and complex organization; experience managing budgets, personnel, and strategic initiatives; ability to inspire and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students across a variety of disciplines; commitment to fostering an inclusive academic environment; and exceptional collaboration skills with a demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all constituencies.

How to Apply

Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting The University of Oklahoma with this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher & Associates. Application materials should include:

• Letter of interest that clearly states the applicant's qualifications for the position
• Current resume/curriculum vitae

We strongly encourage submitting application materials as PDF attachments. The search will be conducted with a commitment to confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to:

Julie Holley, Search Manager & Associate Vice President of Executive Search

Kyle Pybus-Jerome, Senior Executive Search Consultant

OUHonorsDean@greenwoodsearch.com

The University of Oklahoma, in compliance with all applicable federal and state laws and regulations does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes, but is not limited to admissions, employment, financial aid, housing, services in educational programs or activities, or health care services that the University operates or provides.