Dean of the College of Communication, Information, and Media

Ball State University seeks an innovative, collaborative, and future-focused scholar and practitioner to serve as the next dean of the College of Communication, Information, and Media ( CCIM).

Reporting directly to Provost Anand R. Marri, the next dean will champion the college's mission to develop ethical practitioners who stand to make a transformational impact in their fields and on society.

Ball State seeks a dean with a sophisticated understanding of the communications and media industries and the opportunities that exist at the intersection of communication and technology. Evidence of scholarly and/or professional achievements that merit a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of professor at Ball State is required. A terminal degree in a relevant field is preferred.

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applicants should provide a CV or resume and letter of interest using WittKieffer's candidate portal.

For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by Jan. 15, 2025. Confidential nominations and inquiries can be directed to Philip Tang and Sarah Seavey at BallStateCCIMDean@wittkieffer.com.

At Ball State University, inclusiveness is one of the enduring values and informs all of our work. We define 'inclusiveness' as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.' As such, this value incorporates a commitment to inclusive excellence and freedom of expression.

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Serve as the chief academic and administrative officer of the college. Plan, direct, and coordinate the operational, personnel, budgetary, fundraising, and student activities of the college; provide leadership and direction in the development and implementation of curricula, academic programs, outside resource development, and all related activities; foster interdisciplinarity and promote open communication within and beyond the college; facilitate departments in achieving their goals within a unifying college vision; effectively represent the college and maintain a relationship with external constituents, including benefactors and alumni.

Terminal degree in relevant field.

At least five years of academic experience in Communication, Information, or Media; experience delivering undergraduate and/or graduate curriculum; advanced academic administrative experience; experience in fiscal management.

Overall credentials that will merit a faculty appointment at a senior rank with tenure within one of the units of the College; a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service within the disciplines of the College; a demonstrated commitment to diversity, and advanced interpersonal skills.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Ph.D

Senior-level administrative experience to provide leadership both inside the College and within the professional communities served by the College; demonstrated success generating external funding; experience in fiscal and facilities management and in fund raising; experience delivering both undergraduate and graduate curriculum.

An understanding of university systems, including academic policies and procedures; an understanding of shared governance.

Associate Dean; Assistant Deans; General Manager of Public Media, Chairperson, Communication Studies; Chairperson, Journalism and Strategic Communication; Chairperson, Media; Director, Center for Information & Communication Sciences; Unified Media Manager, Assistant to the Dean.

Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.

Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 20,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 270+ undergraduate and graduate programs. Many of our master's, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees rank among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.

Provide leadership in the development of excellence in teaching, scholarly productivity, and professional service among faculty and professional personnel.

Engage in strategic planning for the college in accordance with the university's strategic plan.

Evaluate academic curricula, activities, programs, and units within the college.

Receive recommendations from academic units concerning the appointment of chairpersons/directors; then make recommendations to the Provost and President.

Provide leadership and recommendations that lead to faculty appointment, promotion, tenure, and salary decisions.

Act as fiscal agent for the college; allocate funds and resources in a manner designed to achieve excellence.

Serve as the college's primary advocate to internal and external communities; collaborate with the internal and external constituencies that are related to the college's activities and programs.

Provide leadership in working with the University Foundation, Community Engagement, Alumni Association, and Sponsored Projects Administration to secure external gifts, grants, and funding and technologies to support college programs.

Support and encourage faculty inter- and intradisciplinary teaching, professional service, and scholarly productivity.

Inform leadership team and faculty of all matters affecting their effective performance; seek information regularly from units regarding their needs; evaluate periodically the proportional allocation of resources to units.

Meet regularly with the Dean's Advisory Council.

Full managerial responsibility for interviewing and selection, coaching, compensation, discipline, performance appraisal, training and career development of leadership team.

Perform other related duties as assigned.

All applications, nominations, and inquiries are invited. Applicants should provide a CV or resume and letter of interest using WittKieffer's candidate portal.

For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by Jan. 15, 2025. Confidential nominations and inquiries can be directed to Philip Tang and Sarah Seavey at BallStateCCIMDean@wittkieffer.com.

In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University's enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment 'to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.'