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Dean and Chief Administrative Officer, Kent State University at Regional Campus - KENT STATE STARK AND SALEM CAMPUSES - INTERNAL OPENING FOR KSU EMPLOYEES ONLY

Salem Campus - Salem. Stark Campus - North Canton, OH, Ohio

Dean and Chief Administrative Officer, Kent State University at Regional Campus - KENT STATE STARK AND SALEM CAMPUSES - INTERNAL OPENING FOR KSU EMPLOYEES ONLY

  • Salem Campus - Salem
  • Stark Campus - North Canton, OH
  • Staff/Unclassified
  • Closing on: Mar 25 2026
  • 994942
  • Dean, Stark Campus - Stark Campus [600060]
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Job Title:

Dean and Chief Administrative Officer, Kent State University at Regional Campus

Physical Location:

 Stark Campus - North Canton, OH and Salem Campus - Salem, OH

Salary:

 

Basic Function:

To serve as chief academic and administrative officer of a regional campus; to provide overall leadership and direction and assume responsibility for all aspects of campus administration and operation. Reports to Vice President for Kent State.

Additional Basic Function – if applicable:

 This position assumes leadership as dean and administrative officer of Kent State Stark Campus and Kent State Salem Campus.

Examples of Duties:

Duties/essential functions may include, but not be limited to, the following: 

Provide leadership in the development, implementation, and review of academic and administrative policies and procedures in all major areas of operation (i.e., student, instructional, administrative, business, financial services, and auxiliary services).

Administer all academic and non-academic programs.

Serve as the principal administrator for all physical plant operation and maintenance.

Lead and direct all campus outreach activities, including serving as the principal representative of the campus and the university in relations with local external agencies (e.g., advisory boards, alumni, legislators, media, community leaders, business and professional organizations, etc.); identify community programmatic needs, obtain financial support, and maintain base of public community support; serve as primary advocate and spokesperson for the campus.

Interpret and implement university policy at the local campus level; provide leadership in establishing campus objectives and goals; develop and manage all resources essential to the achievement of campus objectives and goals.

Oversee the financial management of the campus; develop and implement capital expenditure programs; develop, manage, and review budgets.

Recommend all personnel actions to Associate Provost for Kent Systems Integration.

Serve on various department, division, and University committees; represent a regional campus at appropriate University bodies, committees, councils, etc.

May teach courses.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Additional Examples of Duties – if applicable:

 

Minimum Qualifications:

Terminal degree in a relevant field; eight years progressively responsible experience in program development, marketing, budget, personnel; experience as a faculty member; academic record sufficient to qualify for faculty appointment at senior rank.

License/Certification:

 

Knowledge Of:

Budgeting; strategic planning; personal computer applications *
University structure and academic programs
Enrollment management best practices

Skill In:

Building academic programs in the relevant field
Evaluating programs and their impact on student retention
Promoting, encouraging and facilitating the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research and other scholarly activities *
Written, verbal and interpersonal communication with the ability to communicate effectively with all components of the university and external constituents *
Supervision skills to provide support and guidance for staff *

Ability To:

Provide leadership and to direct others *
Outline clear goals and conceptual framework for programs *
Promote a collegial and constructive environment based on open communication, positive team building, and effective management of customer relationships *

Preferred Qualifications – if applicable:

 

Assessments:

Asterisk (*) indicates knowledge, skills, abilities which may require assessments. Assessments could take the form of interview questions, a request to provide work samples or a written or practical test to assess job related competencies.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements:

None

Working Schedule:

 

Additional Information:

 

Must pass a security check.


We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to non-discrimination to employ and advance qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status. We comply with VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities

Kent State University is committed to creating a community that is culturally and intellectually diverse and to attracting and retaining a diverse staff. We strive to create and maintain working and learning environments that respect differences, and are inclusive, welcoming, respectful and kind.


For official job descriptions, visit www.kent.edu/hr


Kent State University is a Smoke-Free, Tobacco-Free University effective July 1, 2017. Smoking and tobacco use are not permitted on any of Kent State’s campuses or other locations and properties that are owned, operated, or leased by Kent State, both domestic and international. For additional details, visit www.kent.edu/smoke-free.

Disclaimer:

The intent of this description is to illustrate the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and should not be interpreted to describe all the specific duties and responsibilities that may be required in any particular position. Directly related experience/education beyond the minimum stated may be substituted where appropriate at the discretion of the Appointing Authority. Kent State University reserves the right to revise or change job duties, job hours, and responsibilities.