and administrative leadership team both within the Bitonte College of Dentistry, across the University, and within the community at large. The Dean will maintain collaborative relationships with other clinical partners, universities, foundations, state elected officials and staff as required, and organizations to ensure the continued success of the college.
Principal Functional Responsibilities
Leadership and Strategic Vision
Serve as the chief executive and academic officer for the College of Dentistry, provide administrative and academic leadership for the programs and missions of the college. Provide direction and leadership in the development of strategy, leveraging organizational strengths and relationships to execute on key operating/financial metrics and market growth. Develop and execute resource plans and budgets to further the college mission and, concurrently, be fiscally efficient and effective to ensure a positive revenue status for the college. In conjunction with the executive management team, maintain and oversee an organizational structure that provides guidance and oversight to meet the strategic goals of the College of Dentistry.
External Relations and Community Engagement
Strengthen and/or create strong and sustainable partnerships with regional health care systems that will bring value to both NEOMED and the health systems. Engage in meaningful fundraising activities to encourage philanthropic giving to the college; act as the ‘face and voice’ of the college to external, public and community constituents. In collaboration with the Senior Executive Director for Admissions and Financial Aid and the Chair of the Admissions Committee for the Bitonte College of Dentistry, develop and implement an overarching community engagement and recruiting strategy for new students, operationalizing the concept of “From Ohio, For Ohio”.
Employee and Student Success
Openly support policies and practices that recognize the importance of recruitment and retention, development, diversity and talent management to ensure the leadership, staff and faculty required for a successful college. Create and support a culture of collaboration and integration that ensures excellent education and research which fosters innovation and creativity.
Miscellaneous Duties
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- DDS or DMD from an accredited college or university with decanal experience in dental education
- Minimum of five years experience in dental education administration and leadership positions
- Licensed or eligible for a dental license in the State of Ohio
- Eligible for appointment at the rank of Full Professor in the Bitonte College of Dentistry
Preferred Qualifications
Physical Requirements
Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and other office equipment.
