Confidential
Dean of the College of Aviation
About the Company
Top private aviation & aerospace-focused university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1926
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Aerospace Education Universities Education/Training Services Training
Specialties
aviation airlines/aviation aerospace aerospace engineering aeronautical science business defense & space engineering engineering physics e-learning flight training higher education and research
About the Role
The Company is seeking a visionary and results-driven Dean for its College of Aviation. The successful candidate will be the chief administrative, academic, and budgetary officer, responsible for maintaining dynamic and collaborative relationships with academic leaders and executing the strategic vision of the College. This role demands a leader with a strong background in aviation, aerospace, or a related field, who can champion innovation in academic programs and research, inspire a diverse team, and advance the College's reputation and impact. The Dean will also be tasked with shaping curriculum and operational strategy to meet the evolving needs of the industry, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and promoting a culture of excellence, equity, and global engagement.
Key responsibilities for the Dean include driving growth in student achievement, faculty development, and industry-connected research programs, as well as serving as a compelling spokesperson and advocate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strategic leadership and vision, academic and industry credibility, an innovation mindset, and a strong commitment to a student-centered approach. They should be adept at leading through change, particularly in the context of rapid technological advancements and regulatory shifts in the aerospace industry. Essential qualifications for the role include a deep commitment to ethics, integrity, and shared governance, as well as exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The Dean will not only manage the academic enterprise but will also inspire and elevate it, positioning it at the forefront of global aviation education.
Hiring Manager Title Chancellor of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration
About the Company
Top private aviation & aerospace-focused university
Industry Higher Education
Type Educational Institution
Founded 1926
Employees 1001-5000
Categories
Aerospace Education Universities Education/Training Services Training
Specialties
aviation airlines/aviation aerospace aerospace engineering aeronautical science business defense & space engineering engineering physics e-learning flight training higher education and research
About the Role
The Company is seeking a visionary and results-driven Dean for its College of Aviation. The successful candidate will be the chief administrative, academic, and budgetary officer, responsible for maintaining dynamic and collaborative relationships with academic leaders and executing the strategic vision of the College. This role demands a leader with a strong background in aviation, aerospace, or a related field, who can champion innovation in academic programs and research, inspire a diverse team, and advance the College's reputation and impact. The Dean will also be tasked with shaping curriculum and operational strategy to meet the evolving needs of the industry, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and promoting a culture of excellence, equity, and global engagement.
Key responsibilities for the Dean include driving growth in student achievement, faculty development, and industry-connected research programs, as well as serving as a compelling spokesperson and advocate with various stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strategic leadership and vision, academic and industry credibility, an innovation mindset, and a strong commitment to a student-centered approach. They should be adept at leading through change, particularly in the context of rapid technological advancements and regulatory shifts in the aerospace industry. Essential qualifications for the role include a deep commitment to ethics, integrity, and shared governance, as well as exceptional interpersonal and communication skills. The Dean will not only manage the academic enterprise but will also inspire and elevate it, positioning it at the forefront of global aviation education.
Hiring Manager Title Chancellor of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University Prescott
Travel Percent Less than 10%
Functions
Education/Academic Administration