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Dean, College of Education
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Position Number: 5812075
Location: DeKalb, IL
Position Type: Deans - Education

Dean, College of Education

Northern Illinois University (NIU), a student-centered, nationally recognized public research university located 65 miles west of Chicago, invites applications for the position of dean of the College of Education. NIU seeks an accomplished, visionary and collaborative academic leader to advance NIU's strong culture of teaching, research, service and innovation.

NIU offers the dean an incredible opportunity to implement bold and positive new initiatives, in partnership with the president; the provost; a collegial group of deans and vice presidents; and a strong leadership team in the College of Education. NIU has a stimulating university environment, supportive local community and an enthusiastic and engaged alumni base. Reporting to the provost, the dean is the intellectual and administrative leader of the college. The dean is the chief advocate for the mission and purpose of education, both internally and within the state of Illinois, helping define it in a manner that sets NIU apart from other institutions in the state and region. The dean leads the college in formulating and implementing a vision that aligns with the vision, mission and goals of the university.

The ideal candidate will have an earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree; faculty credentials that demonstrate teaching experience and research, scholarship, and/or creative achievement consistent with appointment to the NIU faculty at the rank of tenured full professor; progressive administrative experience in higher education and demonstrated visionary leadership skills; experience with budget and financial management processes, strategic planning, policy formation, and personnel management.

How to Apply

Greenwood Asher & Associates is assisting Northern Illinois University (NIU) with this search. Nominations and applications will be held in confidence except for finalists. Completed applications should be received by January 10, 2025 for optimal consideration; review of completed applications will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should include with their curriculum vitae, a letter of application describing their relevant experiences and interest in the position and a separate diversity statement describing their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Please submit your application to NIUEducationDean@greenwoodsearch.com

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. The position profile for this search is available at: Click here

Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to:

Jeremy Duff, Vice President of Executive Search

E-mail: JeremyDuff@greenwoodsearch.com

Itza Walters, Senior Executive Search Consultant

Email: itzawalters@greenwoodsearch.com

In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.