Dean of Fairhaven College of Interdisciplinary Studies at Western Washington University in Bellingham, Washington

Job Description:

Western seeks a Dean who has experience as a visionary leader with keen insight and a track record of inspiring others, fostering innovation, and valuing diversity. The Dean should have the experience and professional qualifications necessary to support teamwork, set high standards, ensure accountability, and collaboratively craft a long-term strategy for Fairhaven College. The Dean will understand and support the values of a public, comprehensive, residential campus; recognize the critical role of faculty and staff in the life of the university; support intense student involvement in college governance; and serve as an advocate for Western and Fairhaven College internally and externally. The Dean is charged with communicating the values of the College, and with articulating the unique identity and philosophy of Fairhaven, and the importance of Fairhaven mission to the Western community. The Dean of Fairhaven College advises students and has the opportunity to teach.

The Dean reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President, and is responsible for the leadership, management, and operation of the College. The Dean supervises and directs the College workforce, including working with the faculty chair, program director, faculty, and staff. The Dean leads the College to develop and periodically review its strategic objectives consistent with the mission of the College and university.

The Dean of Fairhaven models leadership; works with students; faculty and staff advocate and supervisor; strategic planning and assessment; college operations and resource management; act as Fairhaven College of Interdisciplinary Studies liaisonto the Western campus.

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