Associate Dean of Academics and Operations, College of Business, Worldwide Campus

The Opportunity

The Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide College of Business (COB), invites applications and nominations for the role of Associate Dean of Academics and Operations located at the ERAU Worldwide Headquarters in Daytona Beach, Florida. Relocation to Daytona Beach will be required for the successful candidates.

Job Duties:

Operational Management and Participation:

• Oversee essential college processes and the college business rhythm, including promotions and tenure, faculty/staff recruitment, program modifications, and accreditation protocols.
• Strategically guide the creation and implementation of policies and initiatives that advance the college's long-term goals, delegating specific operational tasks to appropriate managers, and completing appropriate and/or required tasks related to the advancement of the college's long-term goals.
• Task oversight: Conduct periodic reviews of task assignments, policies, and processes to ensure they align with current job roles and organizational objectives. Develop a structured process to address feedback on task assignments, policies and processes to correct overlaps and gaps.

Strategy:

• Strategic Execution: Oversee and participate in the development and execution of the college's strategic goals. Ensure strategic objectives are aligned with academic excellence and operational efficiency across all departments.
• Chair regular strategy alignment meetings to ensure that departmental plans and activities are fully integrated with the college's strategic objectives.

Representation and Communication:

• Academic Leadership: Collaborate with the leadership team to manage and enhance academic offerings, maintaining a focus on market relevance and student success. This will also require monitoring and in some case action on other colleges academic offerings and curriculum changes.
• Campus Collaboration: Strengthen partnerships with other campus departments and other ERAU campuses (Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ) to foster interdisciplinary programs and initiatives, enhancing the COB's contribution to the university's overall academic mission.
• Representation: Serve as the face of the College of Business in various forums, including university committees and in the Dean's absence, to advocate for and advance the College's mission.
• Communication: Lead the strategy for internal communications, ensuring that all departments are aligned and informed of college-wide initiatives and changes.

About Embry-Riddle: A Global Leader in Aviation and Aerospace

With vibrant campuses in Daytona Beach, FL and Prescott, AZ, plus a Worldwide network across approximately 120 locations, Embry-Riddle stands as the world's largest aviation and aerospace university. For over 95 years, we've been pioneering education in STEM fields, serving over 11,600 residential students and 19,200 globally in the 2023-24 academic year with cutting-edge programs in Applied Science, Aviation, Business, Technology, Engineering, Safety, Security, and Space.

Perks Await You at Embry-Riddle!

• Tuition Coverage: Get 100% tuition coverage for yourself for one undergraduate and one graduate degree, and discounted rates for your spouse and dependent children up to age 26.
• Retirement Contributions: ERAU contributes 6% of your base salary to your retirement plan and offers a 4% matching contribution - with no vesting period.
• Generous Time Off: Relax with 15 days of personal leave in your first year. Enjoy 9+ paid holidays, including the day after Thanksgiving and the week between Christmas Eve and New Year's Day.

Required education:

• PhD from an AACSB accredited institution in a Business-Related discipline that is currently housed in the ERAU Worldwide College of Business.

Required qualifications:

• 5 years of progressive leadership experience at the Department Chair level or higher.
• A terminal degree PhD in a business-related discipline from an accredited university.
• Have a solid teaching, research, and service record sufficient to merit appointment as a tenured associate professor or full professor in the School of Business.
• Be scholarly or professionally qualified per the School's AACSB faculty qualification standards.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proven leader with a significant record of advancing institutional goals and objectives, including the development of new programs, establishment of industry partnerships, and enhancement of student success.
• Ability to qualify for the rank of Associate or Full Professor in the College of Business with Tenure.
• Intimate familiarity with opportunities and challenges within higher education.
• Ability to establish trust with all stakeholders
• Strong ideation and willing to innovate every day
• Values collaboration and solution-focused approaches
• Strong listening skills
• Welcomes constructive feedback and are committed to continuous improvement and personal growth.
• Open and positive mindset
• Emotional balance
• Kindness
• Industry-centric mindset
• Committed to the vision, mission and values of the WW COB
• Flexibility to adapt to rapid changes.
• Self-starter
• Adept at technology
• Ability to recognize and acknowledge team members and accomplishments
• Individual prioritizes effectively even when resources are scarce and is adept at juggling multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Preferred qualifications:

• Aviation Industry experience
• Familiarity and experience with teaching and managing personnel in an online/virtual environment.

Application process/requirements

Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

To submit your application for this opportunity, please visit the Embry-Riddle Career Site and search for requisition number R309075. Please attach all relevant materials to your application when you apply online. Complete submissions include a current CV and a detailed letter discussing experience, academic qualifications, and background, and contact information for at least three professional references.

Current Embry-Riddle employees: Please apply directly through the ERAU Employee Hub Central application within Workday.

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University recognizes the value of diversity and is dedicated to fostering a positive climate in which all students, faculty, and staff are encouraged in their professional, social, and intellectual pursuits. Embry-Riddle is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and affirmative action for qualified individuals. The University does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.