Dean, College of Professional Studies
Position Details
| Department | College of Professional Studies |
| Reports To | Provost |
| Appointment | Fall 2027 |
| Close Date | Open Until Filled |
| Classification | Faculty, Full-Time (Tenure Track) |
Position Summary
91制片厂 seeks an accomplished and visionary Christian leader to serve as Dean of the College of Professional Studies. The College includes the School of Business, the School of Education, and the Center for Leadership Studies. The Dean will provide strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and entrepreneurial vision to strengthen existing programs, develop innovative academic offerings, and expand enrollment across the College.
The successful candidate will bring significant leadership experience in business, organizational leadership, higher education, or a related field, along with a strong understanding of higher education. This individual will provide strategic leadership for the faculty, staff, programs, and students of the College, advancing academic quality, student success, and continuous improvement. The Dean will strengthen partnerships with employers, school systems, nonprofit organizations, and community leaders, particularly within the Eastside and greater Seattle region, while identifying opportunities for program innovation and sustainable enrollment growth. Leadership of curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation efforts will be essential to supporting the College's continued excellence and impact.
As a member of the university's academic leadership team, the Dean will work closely with the Provost, faculty, fellow deans, and other institutional leaders to advance 91制片厂's mission and strategic priorities. Candidates must demonstrate a meaningful commitment to Jesus Christ, the Church, and the Gospel, along with wholehearted support for 91制片厂's mission and values. The successful candidate will be an effective collaborator and strategic leader who actively contributes to faculty governance, builds strong relationships across the university and broader community, demonstrates strategic thinking and innovation, and is passionate about preparing students to lead and serve in their callings and communities.
Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Essential Functions
- Provide strategic leadership and oversight for the College of Professional Studies, including the School of Business, School of Education, and Center for Leadership Studies.
- Advance 91制片厂's Christ-centered mission through leadership that supports academic excellence, student success, and the integration of faith and learning.
- Lead enrollment growth and program innovation by developing, launching, and evaluating academic offerings that respond to workforce needs and support institutional growth.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with business, education, nonprofit, and community leaders, particularly within the Eastside and greater Seattle region.
- Recruit, supervise, mentor, evaluate, and support faculty and staff while fostering excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
- Direct curriculum development, program review, assessment, and accreditation activities to ensure academic quality, market relevance, and continuous improvement.
- Manage college budgets and institutional resources with responsible financial stewardship.
- Build partnerships that create opportunities for internships, experiential learning, professional networking, and community engagement.
- Serve as an active member of the university community through committee participation, institutional service, and collaboration with the Provost, fellow deans, faculty, and university leaders to advance strategic priorities.
Qualifications
- Earned master's degree required; earned doctorate preferred. Degree in business, organizational leadership, or a related field, with preparation and experience appropriate for leading the College of Professional Studies.
- Demonstrated success in executive, organizational, business, or entrepreneurial leadership.
- Experience in higher education strongly preferred, including teaching, academic administration, program leadership, or faculty service.
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, lead, mentor, and evaluate faculty and staff while fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
- Experience leading curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement efforts that support academic quality and student success.
- Proven ability to develop innovative programs, respond to market opportunities, and support enrollment growth.
- Demonstrated success in building partnerships with employers, community leaders, educational institutions, and professional organizations.
- Experience managing budgets, allocating resources, and exercising sound fiscal stewardship.
- Commitment to Christian higher education and the ability to integrate faith with professional and academic leadership.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational leadership skills.
Compensation
Salary is commensurate with qualifications, experience, and placement within the university's approved compensation structure. ($90,000 - $113,000)
Application Requirements
For full consideration, applicants should submit:
- Letter of interest
- Curriculum vitae or résumé
- List of three professional references with contact information
- Statement explaining how the candidate’s Christian faith shapes their approach to higher education leadership.
- Brief narrative describing the candidate’s personal Christian faith, practice, and current local church affiliation.
Contact Information
Sarah Drivdahl, Provost
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Search procedures will be closed, when a sufficient number of qualified applicants have been identified. Applicants are urged to provide sufficient information, so that the application file may be considered complete at the end of the search period.
91制片厂
91制片厂 is a Christian coeducational undergraduate and graduate institution, related to the Assemblies of God, offering baccalaureate and master's, and doctoral level education. The sixty-acre campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, just ten miles from downtown Seattle. The campus is an ideal setting for study, recreation, and inspiration and is centrally located and convenient to industry, business, and commercial activities.
Mission Statement
We, the people of 91制片厂, carry the call of God by continually building a learning community dedicated to spiritual vitality, academic excellence, and empowered engagement with human need.
In addition, all faculty members at 91制片厂 must subscribe to our Statement of Faith.
Accreditation
91制片厂 is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities (regional). The University is endorsed by the Commission on Christian Higher Education of the Assemblies of God and the Association of Christian Schools International. The University holds membership in the Council of Christian Colleges and Universities.
91制片厂's College of Business is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP). The Buntain College of Nursing鈥檚 baccalaureate degree is accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education. In addition, the College of Nursing has received approval from the Washington State Nursing Care Quality Assurance Commission. The University is also approved by the Board of Education and Superintendent of Public Instruction of the State of Washington to prepare elementary and secondary education teachers and recommend for certification. It is a member of the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education. 91制片厂's doctoral program in counseling psychology is accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA).
The University is approved by the Federal and State Governments for student aid programs and for the training of international students. Selected programs of study are approved by a Washington State Approving Agency for enrollment of those eligible for benefits under Title 38 and Title 10, U.S. Code and by Washington State for training in Vocational Rehabilitation. It is listed in the current bulletin, "Accredited Higher Education Institutions," published by the U.S. Office of Education.