Assistant Vice President and Dean

Vincennes University (VU) seeks an innovative, experienced, and student-focused leader to serve as the Assistant Vice President and Dean of the Jasper Campus. This individual will provide strategic vision and operational leadership, ensuring academic excellence, student success, and community engagement. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and forward-thinking administrator with a strong background in higher education leadership, faculty development, workforce partnerships, and campus operations.
As a key representative of Vincennes University in the region, the Dean will be responsible for academic oversight, faculty and staff leadership, student recruitment and retention strategies, accreditation, infrastructure management, and community engagement. This role offers an opportunity to shape the future of VUJ, driving initiatives that strengthen academic programs, workforce pathways, and regional economic development.

Duties and Responsibilities

Academic & Employee Leadership

• Inspire and lead faculty and staff, fostering a collaborative, student-centered culture that enhances academic achievement and workforce readiness.

 

• Recruit, hire, and mentor faculty and staff, ensuring a high level of instructional quality and a supportive learning environment.

 

• Guide faculty development and performance evaluation processes, including recommendations for promotion, tenure, and merit-based recognition.

 

• Collaborate with department chairs and faculty to refine curricula, oversee accreditation compliance, and implement course assessment strategies that drive continuous improvement.

 

• Work collaboratively with the Assistant Provost for Curriculum and Instruction and Deans from the Vincennes Campus to uphold academic programs’ consistency, rigor, and integrity across campuses.

Student Recruitment, Retention & Success

• Provide leadership in student recruitment and retention efforts, working closely with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to support enrollment growth and student persistence.

 

• Partner with Student Affairs at the Vincennes Campus to align policies, services, and programs that enhance the student experience and promote success.

Operational & Strategic Leadership

• Lead the development and execution of VUJ strategic initiatives, aligning campus goals with Vincennes University’s mission and long-term priorities.

 

• Oversee campus budgeting and financial planning, ensuring responsible stewardship of resources and compliance with university policies.
  Ensure the achievement and maintenance of program accreditations, collaborating with faculty and external accrediting bodies to uphold academic standards.

 

• Advance campus infrastructure planning and management, ensuring facilities support academic excellence, workforce training, and student engagement.

 

• Lead program and classroom assessment efforts, fostering culture of continuous improvement and data-informed decision-making at both campus and university levels .

Community Engagement & Institutional Advancement

• Cultivate strong relationships with local industries, businesses, and community organizations, positioning VUJ as a regional leader in workforce development and economic growth.

 

• Work closely with the VUJ Foundation and Community Advisory Committee, securing external funding, resources, and feedback to enhance academic programs and student opportunities.

 

• Support VUJ’s position as a visible and engaged community leader, advocating for faculty, students, and academic programs while participating in local initiatives and professional development opportunities.

Institutional Collaboration & Advocacy

• Represent VUJ at the university level, collaborating with the President, Provost, Vice Presidents, and Deans to ensure campus alignment with system-wide initiatives.

 

• Advocate for faculty, staff, and academic programs, ensuring that VUJ’s unique needs and contributions are recognized within the broader Vincennes University system.

The AVP and Dean of VUJ reports directly to the President, with a dotted line to the Provost of Vincennes University, working in close partnership with Vice Presidents, Vincennes Campus Deans, and the Dean of Early College to maintain academic consistency, operational excellence, and a shared commitment to student success.

 

Required and Preferred Qualifications

 

• The ideal candidate will be a collaborative and strategic leader who fosters collegiality, open communication, and team-based management. They must demonstrate strong decision-making abilities, the capacity to work independently with minimal supervision, and a proactive approach to leadership.

 

• A master’s degree is required, doctorate preferred.  Candidates with a bachelor’s degree may be considered if they possess extensive senior leadership experience and have successfully fulfilled a significant portion of the responsibilities outlined for this role in one or more related settings.

 

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Interested applicants should submit a Vincennes University application, resume/cv, and full contact information for three professional references.