University of Alaska
The Dean of the College of Liberal Arts provides visionary and strategic leadership to a broad and vibrant academic community dedicated to teaching, research, creative expression, and public engagement. The dean oversees 18 academic departments and programs, working closely with faculty, students, and university leadership to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, enhance academic excellence, and champion the liberal arts as a cornerstone of UAF’s mission. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of liberal arts education in Alaska and to promote the arts, humanities, and social sciences as vital forces in understanding and improving the human experience.
The successful candidate will be an experienced academic leader with a record of excellence in higher education administration, teaching, and scholarship. They will demonstrate strong skills in strategic planning, faculty and program development, budget management, and effective communication. The ability to collaborate across disciplines, engage with community and institutional partners, and guide the college through innovation and change will be key to success in this role.
Minimum Qualifications
A terminal degree in a liberal arts discipline
Eligibility for, at minimum, the rank of Associate Professor
Successful leadership experience and a record of working collaboratively with faculty, staff and students
Position Details This is a full‑time, Executive Management, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Applicant review will begin on January 23, 2026.
Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.
To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator, at bjtappa@alaska.edu or 907-474-6353.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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The successful candidate will be an experienced academic leader with a record of excellence in higher education administration, teaching, and scholarship. They will demonstrate strong skills in strategic planning, faculty and program development, budget management, and effective communication. The ability to collaborate across disciplines, engage with community and institutional partners, and guide the college through innovation and change will be key to success in this role.
Minimum Qualifications
A terminal degree in a liberal arts discipline
Eligibility for, at minimum, the rank of Associate Professor
Successful leadership experience and a record of working collaboratively with faculty, staff and students
Position Details This is a full‑time, Executive Management, exempt staff position complete with a competitive salary and full employee benefits package. UA provides a generous compensation package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.
Applicant review will begin on January 23, 2026.
Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient and viable number of qualified candidates have been identified.
To view the full list of job responsibilities, please click HERE.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Brittany Tappa, Signers’ Business Office HR Coordinator, at bjtappa@alaska.edu or 907-474-6353.
*To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.
The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.
The University of Alaska (UA) is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.
The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.
Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.
All employees at the University of Alaska are expected to uphold the highest standards of ethics and professionalism when conducting or engaged in university business.
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