Dean of Strategic Initiatives UM Western

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Dean of Strategic Initiatives
Department:
Provost’s Office
Position:
Dean of Strategic Initiatives
Wage:
$87,000 - $92,000
Union Affiliation:
None
Starting Date:
8/28/2023
Benefits Include:
Insurance package,
mandatory retirement plan,
dependent partial tuition waiver,
faculty/staff tuition waiver
wellness program:
Pro-rated annual and sick leave;
Public Employees Retirement (PERS) optional.
Description
The Dean of Strategic Initiatives plays an important leadership role on **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western’s campus. Reporting directly to the Provost, the Dean of Strategic Initiatives is responsible for the following:
Advance Institutional and Statewide Strategic Priorities
(40%)
Advance UMW’s efforts aligned with NWCCU, BOR, OCHE, and UM Affiliation priorities.
Collaborate with academic departments/divisions to address Montana’s emerging opportunities and challenges through curricular and pedagogical adjustments.
Lead UMW’s 2-Year mission in collaboration with academic departments and divisions.
Provide leadership and strategic guidance for the School of Outreach programs including Dual Enrollment & Pathways, Workforce & Professional Development, and Lifelong Learning & Road Scholar Program.
Foster Research, Sponsored Programs, and Strategic Partnerships
(25%)
Advocate for and foster opportunities to utilize external funding to advance scholarly work (e.g. faculty and student research) and student support programming (e.g. TRIO, etc.) in collaboration with faculty and staff across UMW.
Oversee pre-award grants administration, including IRB and IACUC.
Through consistent collaboration with academic departments/divisions, support the strategic development and maintenance of educational pathways into UMW, such as Dual Enrollment, 2 2 Programs, Prior Learning Assessment opportunities, and course/program sharing initiatives within the UM Affiliation and across the MUS. Some of these efforts will involve applying for and managing grants and other external funding.
Develop and support strategic partnerships with employers and industry partners to expand educational opportunities for community members and ensure UMW meets the workforce needs of our region.
Lead Accreditation and Compliance Efforts
(25%)
Serve as UMW’s official Accreditation Liaison Officer (ALO) with NWCCU and coordinate all efforts related to institutional accreditation.
Coordinate with others across campus to ensure institutional compliance with OCHE, NWCCU, and all state and federal laws.
Collaborate with the Director of Institutional Research and coordinate efforts related to institutional effectiveness, including implementing, tracking, and reporting on institutional metrics related to Strategic Plan fulfillment and other annual reporting efforts.
Other Duties as Assigned
(10%)
Requirements
The Dean of Strategic Initiatives will possess:
Terminal degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of related experience in higher education leadership;
Significant experience in institutional effectiveness and strategic planning in higher education;
Experience preparing reports related to institutional and/or programmatic accreditation;
Experience with pre-award and post-award management of sponsored programs, agreements, research grants, and contracts;
Experience working with quantitative and qualitative data;
Outstanding organizational, time management, and analytical skills to work effectively with multiple offices and deadlines while paying careful attention to detail;
Good communication, writing, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Demonstrated ability to maintain consistent attention to detail;
Strong customer service experience and ability to deal effectively with a wide variety of individuals within and outside of the University;
Discretion, personal integrity and superior ethics.
Preferred
Familiarity with higher education organizational structures and academic policies;
Strong skills in administering complex record systems, policies, and budgets.
The University and Dillon Area
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western is a dynamic, innovative, undergraduate university with over 70 full-time faculty and over 1,200 students. It is located in Dillon, Montana in the scenic Rocky Mountains and has been awarded numerous top national rankings for delivering high quality, affordable education.
Montana Western is the only public four-year college in the nation offering
Experience One (X1),
experiential learning delivered on the block schedule. Class sizes are small and students take a single course at a time, three hours each day for 18 days, before moving on to the next course. Each course is four credits and four blocks are offered each semester. The block schedule facilitates field and lab work, undergraduate research, study travel, and interdisciplinary teaching. Montana Western’s faculty strongly believe in mentoring and inspiring students, and assisting them in the transition from university life to professional careers.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western is an integral part of the Dillon Community. With a population of 5,000 people, Dillon is known for outstanding public schools, safe environments, recreational opportunities, and an excellent quality of life.
**MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. Western is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and encourages applications from qualified women, minorities, veterans and people with disabilities.
Criminal Background Investigation is required prior to the Offer of Employment
In accordance with University regulations, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. ADA/EOE/AA/Veteran's Preference
Reasonable accommodations are provided in the hiring process for persons with disabilities. For example, this material is available in alternative format upon request. As an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, we encourage applications from minorities, veterans, and women. Qualified candidates may request veterans’ or disabilities preference in accordance with state law. References:
References not listed on the application materials may be contacted; notice may be provided to the applicant. Testing:
Individual hiring departments at UMW may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions. Employment Eligibility:
All New Employees must be eligible and show employment eligibility verification by the first date of employment at UMW, as legally required (e.g., Form I-9).
Application
Review of applications will begin immediately, but will remain open until June 30
2023.
A complete application Includes:
Letter of Interest
– addressing your qualifications and experience related to the stated required skills for the position. A general letter salutation such as “Dear Search Committee” or “Dear Hiring Manager” is acceptable.
Curriculum Vitae
Official or Unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (Official transcripts will be required at time of hire)
Professional References
– names and contact information for three (3) professional references.
Please note: only five (5) attachments are allowed per application. Please combine documents accordingly.

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