Visionary Dean for a Leading School of Communication

2 weeks ago


Washington, United States The International Association of Film and Television Schools Full time

American University's School of Communication seeks an exceptional leader to drive innovation and growth. With a strong track record in higher education, the successful candidate will oversee strategic development, leadership, supervision, operations, and creative growth.

The ideal candidate will collaborate with the Provost and university deans to develop academic policy, foster cutting-edge creativity, and enhance communication flow in support of American University's mission. Key responsibilities include driving the success of School of Communication strategic imperatives, providing leadership to several Divisions and Centers, and developing policies to educate future communicators, journalists, storytellers, and researchers.

As a champion of scholar-teacher model, the Dean will continue to grow a diverse SOC community, committed to enhancing the student, faculty, and staff experience. A collaborative and entrepreneurial spirit is essential for this role, along with technical expertise and a passion for enacting long-lasting, positive change.

The successful candidate will bring:

  • Experience spurring enrollment growth at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as recruiting and retaining a talented and diverse faculty and staff workforce;
  • Demonstrated management experience of complex teams across academic affairs, student affairs, and budgeting;
  • Financial acumen and fiscal stewardship, including cost-containment and sound assessment; deep experience in fundraising and advancement;
  • Firsthand experience working in a shared governance environment;
  • Collaborative vision setting and ability to show others how to take an idea from thought to implementation to action;
  • Passion for DEI and desire to shape a more inclusive SOC.

A competitive salary range of $175,000 - $225,000 reflects the scope of this critical role. American University is an equal opportunity institution that prohibits discrimination against any AU community member on various Protected Bases. Applications from underrepresented groups are welcome and encouraged.



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