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Please use the following link to apply:https://wittkieffer.com/positions/201162

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile and a CV or resume. WittKieffer is assisting Stephen F. Austin State University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by August 19, 2025. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal (https://candidateportal.wittkieffer.com/description?jobID=201162) . Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford and Randi Miller at [email protected].

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Job Title Dean - Nelson Rusche College of Business

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

FLSA Exempt

General Job Description

This is a full-time, twelve-month faculty position responsible for working with academic administrators and the academic council to provide responsible leadership within the college while also representing the college and university in administrative matters. Responsible for overseeing graduate and undergraduate education; promoting teaching, research, and other professional activities; facilitating planning and development of new programs; supervising the budget; and soliciting funds from external sources. The dean is an administrator, the quality of whose performance has fundamental impact on the success of the institution in attaining its specific goals. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Essential Job Functions

1. Exercises leadership in budget preparation.

2. Establishes funding priorities.

3. Monitors budget execution within the college.

4. Coordinates fundraising activities.

5. Keeps academic administrators informed of issues related to their programs and faculty.

6. Oversees the process of hiring and evaluating faculty and staff.

7. Facilitates college policy development.

8. Advises the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs on matters affecting the instructional programs of the university.

9. Oversees degree plan preparation and qualification for graduation.

10. Facilitates program development, operation, and evaluation.

11. Supervises, counsels, and evaluates academic administrators, faculty, and staff.

12. Promotes excellence in faculty teaching, service, professional growth/development, and academic achievement.

13. Provides leadership for enhancing the visibility, enrollment, and resources of the college both on and off campus.

Non-Essential Job Functions

1. Makes recommendations on all personnel actions within the college.

2. Interprets policy and adjudicates appeals and exceptions.

3. Teaches in college, as time permits.

4. Participates in recruitment and retention activities, as appropriate.

5. Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

The individual must possess the following knowledge, skills, and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

1. Knowledge of, or the ability to learn, university policies and procedures.

2. Ability to be classified as professor in one of the disciplines within the college.

3. Ability to establish and maintain a good rapport with university faculty and staff, students, and the general public.

4. Ability to work collaboratively and build strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, and constituents.

5. Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

6. Ability to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions.

7. Ability to develop objectives, evaluate effectiveness, and assess needs.

8. Ability to manage a budget and work within the constraints of that budget.

9. Ability to solicit funds for the college and university.

10. Ability to develop, interpret, and evaluate policies and procedures.

11. Ability to supervise and train others.

Physical Demands

Required Education

Terminal degree in an academic discipline tenurable within the college is required.

Required Experience and Training

Five years of administrative experience in academic administration, preferably at the academic unit head level or above, and qualifications for rank of professor with tenure in one of the disciplines of the college is required. Experience working to promote excellence in a variety of programs is required. Strong record of research and other scholarly achievements is required.

Preferred Qualifications

Special Conditions for Eligibility

This is a security-sensitive position subject to criminal record check.

This is an IT-sensitive position subject to the Computer and Network Security policy.

Min Pay Rate

Mid Pay Rate

Salary Information Salary Grade - 3

Specific Job Requirements/Duties for this Posting

Stephen F. Austin State University ( SFA ) (https://www.sfasu.edu/) , a member of the University of Texas System, announces its search for the next Dean of the Nelson Rusche College of Business ( RCOB ) (https://www.sfasu.edu/cob) . The University seeks nominations and applications for an experienced, dynamic, and visionary leader that can usher the College into a new era of success.

With a focus on collaboration and transparency, the Dean is the chief academic officer for the College. Reporting to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs and serving on the Deans’ Council, the Dean is responsible for the College’s strategic planning processes, academic program development, accreditation (most recent AACSB reaffirmation completed in 2024), student and faculty recruitment and retention, and fundraising. Furthermore, the Dean directs, oversees, and actively participates in fulfilling the College’s mission, vision, and values. By supervising personnel, securing resources, representing and promoting the College, and administering budgets, the Dean supports the College’s teaching, research, and external engagement efforts.

The Rusche College of Business is a student-centered college of business with a distinct and broadly shared mission. The College is a valued community and industry partner and is an integral part of the University’s mission. With an emphasis on experiential learning and student professional development, the College and its constituents embrace its mission. The RCOB enrolls approximately 1,400 undergraduate students and 150 graduate students (100 MBA and 50 MPA ). Early fall 2025 enrollment figures signal an increase in headcount and semester credit hour generation. The College offers 13 undergraduate majors, two graduate degrees, and three graduate certificates. Of the College’s 51 full-time faculty, 42 are tenured or on the tenure track. In addition, there are 18 full-time staff members across the College, including a dedicated Office of Student Services (https://www.sfasu.edu/cob/oss) .

SFA is a regional comprehensive university located in the quaint and historic city of Nacogdoches, Texas. The city claims the title of “oldest town in Texas” and is nestled in the East Texas Piney Woods region. Located 140 miles northeast of Houston and 165 miles southeast of Dallas, Nacogdoches has a population of 33,000 residents and is a wonderful place to call home. SFA is a mid-sized university with a headcount consistently falling in the 11,000 – 13,000 range. The University’s student-to-faculty ratio is 15:1 and the average class size is 27 students. SFA continues to have a strong undergraduate emphasis. However, growth in master’s and doctoral degree programs continues to receive significant strategic attention.

A detailed leadership profile is available at wittkieffer.com (https://wittkieffer.com/positions/201162) .

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile and a CV or resume. WittKieffer is assisting Stephen F. Austin State University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by August 19, 2025. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal (https://candidateportal.wittkieffer.com/description?jobID=201162) . Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford and Randi Miller at SFASU [email protected] ([email protected])

Is Background Check Required? Yes

Benefit and Retirement Eligibility

This position is eligible for participation in the Optional Retirement Program ( ORP ), subject to the position being full-time and at least 4 ½ months in length, or the Teacher Retirement System of Texas ( TRS ) retirement plan, subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.

EEO Statement

Stephen F. Austin State University, an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, is committed to excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, creed, color, age, national origin, religion or physical or mental disability as required by law. If, because of an impairment or disability, you need accommodation during any part of the employment process, please contact Human Resources at 936-468-2304.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S2025-100

Candidates Eligible to Apply Open to all qualified applicants

Number of Positions Available 1

Posted Date 06/23/2025

Review Start Date 08/20/2025

Close Date

Work Schedule

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please use the following link to apply:https://wittkieffer.com/positions/201162

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a letter of interest addressing the themes in this profile and a CV or resume. WittKieffer is assisting Stephen F. Austin State University in this search. For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by August 19, 2025. Application materials should be submitted using WittKieffer’s candidate portal (https://candidateportal.wittkieffer.com/description?jobID=201162) . Nominations and inquiries can be directed to Ryan Crawford and Randi Miller at SFASU [email protected] ([email protected]) .

Posting Quick Link https://careers.sfasu.edu/postings/13099

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