37845BR

Extended Job Title:

Academic Dean

Organization:

Texas Tech University

Position Description:

Texas Tech University seeks an innovative, dynamic candidate for the position of Dean of the College of Media & Communication.

The Dean is the college's chief academic and administrative officer and reports to the Senior Vice President and Provost. As the College’s chief academic officer, the Dean provides intellectual and administrative leadership, guiding the College in its commitment to innovative, relevant education for current and future generations of students. The Dean’s responsibilities include consulting with and empowering faculty to revise and develop curricula; maintaining high standards of teaching, research, and service; administering the College’s budget; recruiting faculty; taking a leading role in other faculty personnel matters, including tenure, promotion, continuance, and renewal; and advocating for the College at the University, state, national, and international level. The Dean also has primary responsibilities for external initiatives, including community outreach, alumni relations, and development at the state, national, and international levels.

Requisition ID:

37845BR

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Major/Essential Functions:

Primary responsibilities include:

• Oversight of all academic programs.

• Oversight of student recruitment and retention efforts.

• Oversight of all aspects of College governance.

• Hiring faculty and staff, management of personnel, and oversight of all review processes.

• Management of the college budget.

• Oversight of strategic planning and implementation.

• Directing external relations, including developing community relationships and ties with alumni

• Leading fundraising activities.

• Implementation of all University and state procedures and policies.

• Representing the College to University senior administration.

The successful candidate for the Dean of the College of Media & Communication position will be an experienced and empathetic leader who has expertise in maintaining and strengthening internal and external relationships with individuals and constituencies in support of the College while also handling multiple University priorities.

Grant Funded?:

No

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Preferred Qualifications:

• A record of accomplishments (academic or professional) to qualify for appointment at the rank of Professor.

• Proven transformational leader who can be a champion for the College.

• Ability to spearhead and articulate a shared vision and leadership role for the College.

• Demonstrated fiscal responsibility, budget management, strategic planning skills, and fundraising success.

• Ability to facilitate recruitment and development of exceptional faculty, staff, and students.

• Ability to promote multidisciplinary research and teaching, including experience cultivating innovative scholarship and creative activity.

• Commitment to a collaborative approach to faculty and staff governance and decision-making and creating an environment that promotes and rewards excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.

• Ability to advocate for the College at local, state, national, and international levels.

• An understanding of and commitment to media and communication education.

• An understanding of the ways constantly evolving media technology affects all aspects of communication

• Ability to lead curricular and programmatic innovations and entrepreneurial efforts.

• Commitment to the mission of the College of Media & Communication and the University.

• Ability to build strong relationships with industry leaders and alumni in Texas, across the country, and worldwide.

Department:

Media and Communication

Job Type:

Full Time

Job Group:

Executive Administration

Salary Grade:

800

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Greenwood/Asher & Associates, LLC is assisting Texas Tech University in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. In order to assure the fullest consideration, candidates are encouraged to have complete applications submitted by August 15, 2024.

Inquiries, nominations, and application materials should be directed to Greenwood Asher and Associates. For a full application package, please provide a letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae, and a list of five references.

Submission of application materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. All applications, nominations, and inquiries will remain confidential to the extent allowed under Texas law. An offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Please direct inquiries, nominations, and application materials to:

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

Maggie Mayes, Senior Executive Search Consultant

julieholley@greenwoodsearch.com

maggiemayes@greenwoodsearch.com

Safety Information:

Adherence to robust safety practices and compliance with all applicable health and safety regulations are responsibilities of all TTU employees.

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan by visiting www.depts.ttu.edu/hr/payplan.

EEO Statement:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

About the College:

The College of Media & Communication (CoMC) at Texas Tech University fosters a culture of excellence built around local and global impact, innovative research, and student success. Diverse facilities and technologies support innovative teaching and world-changing research. The College offers state-of-the-art instruction and facilities for programs at the bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree levels. This unique combination of professional, practical, and academic coursework and experience integrates today's media convergence and the future's media developments in critical areas of media & communication.

All CoMC students can start building their portfolios and professional networks starting on their “Day One” arrival to campus. CoMC students are working with award-winning faculty in all types of immersive learning environments to gain the tools necessary for success in the fields of advertising, communication studies, creative media industries, digital media & professional communication, media strategies, journalism, and public relations & strategic communication management. Each College department provides opportunities for students to get involved with their majors. For CoMC students, this might mean anchoring an MCTV newscast, doing play-by-play for Texas Tech Softball on KTXT-FM, pitching a project for RaiderComm PR (Texas Tech's student-run Public Relations agency), filming a documentary with their Adventure Media course, or planning creative strategy for Bullet Advertising, Texas Tech's competitive advertising team. Students use Day One opportunities like these to gain real-world experience in industry areas, including social media, visual arts, creative strategy, sports media, content creation, and many others.

CoMC alumni have launched their own media companies, served as leaders in their industry, and advised political leaders (including a U.S. President). CoMC graduates also earn Pulitzer Prizes, direct Hollywood blockbusters, and create award-winning media content. Because of their outstanding faculty, students, and alumni, CoMC academic degrees are well respected in both professional and private industries. The College is committed to excellence and works to inspire the same among students.

The College of Media & Communication at Texas Tech University offers a doctoral program and three master's degree programs. These programs are grounded in theory and introduce students to a variety of methodologies, approaches, training, and practical experience to prepare graduates for careers as educators, researchers, and/or communication professionals.

About the Department/School/Area:

The College Offers the following Centers & Departments:

• Center for Communication Research

• The Harris Institute

• Department of Advertising & Brand Strategy

• Department of Communication Studies

• Department of Professional Communication

• Department of Journalism & Creative Media Industries

• Department of Public Relations & Strategic Communication Management

About the University:

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research-Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state-assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850-acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan-area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two-thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School. The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:Referred to as the “Hub City” because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family-friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas. Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever-evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock’s Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

Faculty Qualifications:

The next dean must be visionary, which is necessary to advance the College of Media & Communication and inspire its multiple constituencies. The ideal candidate will possess proven experience as an innovative, collaborative, and accomplished leader with a successful record of advancing complex organizations or institutions. Candidates must have a record of accomplishments (academic or professional) to qualify for appointment at the rank of Professor. A terminal degree is required.

Duty Point:

TTU Lubbock, main campus and affiliated facilities