St. Mary's University
Dean of the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
Academic Career & Executive Search is pleased to assist St. Mary's University in its search for Dean of the College of Arts,
Humanities and Social Sciences.
For full consideration, please apply by September 28, 2026.
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social
Sciences (CAHSS) at St. Mary's University is at the heart of its Catholic and Marianist academic experience. As the University's largest and most academically
diverse college, CAHSS spans the arts, humanities, social sciences and professional fields and plays a critical role in the undergraduate
Core Curriculum, shaping the academic experience and formation of students across St. Mary's. The next Dean will be a visible, engaged and
collaborative leader who values the breadth of the College, builds strong relationships with faculty and staff, and brings the judgment and
practical leadership needed to turn priorities into sustained progress. As an effective voice for CAHSS, the Dean will strengthen the
College's visibility and impact within St. Mary's and across the region.
With the University's Momentum 2032 strategic plan and the College's recently adopted Impact 2032 setting a clear
direction, the next Dean will lead the College in bringing these plans to life. The Dean will advance a relevant and sustainable academic
portfolio, grow enrollment and support student success, invest in faculty development and scholarship, and expand philanthropic and external
support. The Dean will also serve as a leading advocate for the College, articulating the value of a Catholic and Marianist liberal arts
education and its relevance in preparing students for meaningful careers, graduate study, civic leadership and lives of purpose.
Home
to more than 70 full-time faculty and approximately 1,230 undergraduate and graduate students, the College offers a broad portfolio of programs, with more than 20 undergraduate degrees, 10
graduate degrees and one doctoral program. As part of a Hispanic-Serving Institution, CAHSS serves a diverse student population with a high
percentage of first-generation students. Recent curricular growth includes new programs in Social Work, Public Health and Medical
Humanities, reflecting the College's continued responsiveness to evolving student and regional needs.
Reporting to the Provost, the
Dean serves as the College's chief academic and administrative leader, providing leadership for academic programs, faculty and staff,
enrollment, resource management and strategic implementation.
To learn more about this opportunity, view the full Leadership Profile.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to
articulate the St. Mary's mission and its education in the context of a Catholic and Marianist liberal arts university; - An earned
terminal degree from an accredited institution in a discipline identified at Mary's as arts, humanities or social
sciences; - Experience as a full-time, tenured faculty member in a discipline related to the arts, humanities or social
sciences; - A strong record of teaching, scholarship and service equivalent to a tenured faculty member at Mary's;
- Experience
as an academic administrator with supervisory and evaluation responsibilities and budget oversight; - A demonstrated ability to work
collaboratively with academic chairs, program directors, academic deans and senior administrators; - Experience with assessment,
program review and implementation of strategic plans; and - Evidence of a strong commitment to inclusive
St. Mary's University, founded in 1852, is
the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest and a Hispanic-Serving Institution grounded in the Catholic and Marianist traditions. The
University enrolls approximately 3,500 students across four schools, offering more than 40 undergraduate, graduate, and professional
programs, including doctoral and professional degrees.
Guided by the five Characteristics of Marianist Universities, St. Mary's
integrates rigorous academics with faith, service, leadership, and community, creating an educational experience that prepares graduates to
lead lives of purpose and impact. Students benefit from close faculty mentorship, undergraduate and graduate research opportunities,
experiential learning, and a vibrant campus community that extends to a global network of more than 36,000 alumni.
Nationally
recognized for academic quality and value, St. Mary's is ranked the No. 1 Best Value School in the West and has been recognized
among the region's top universities by U.S. News & World Report for more than three decades.
About the College of
Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences brings together a broad range of
disciplines across the arts, humanities, social sciences and professional fields. Faculty are active teacher-scholars whose research,
creative work and professional engagement enrich the intellectual life of the University and community. Their scholarship appears in leading
disciplinary journals and university presses, often in collaboration with students, and faculty have successfully secured external support
from the National Science Foundation, National Endowment for the Humanities, U.S. Department of Education and other public and private
funders.
The College provides students with opportunities to extend learning beyond the classroom through faculty-mentored research,
service and community-based learning, and international experiences. The College is also home to the Center for Catholic Studies, which
advances the Catholic and Marianist mission through research, public scholarship and community engagement, and the Center for Mexican
American Studies, which deepens the University's engagement with the communities and cultures that define the region. To learn more about
CAHSS, view the Leadership Profile.
Living in the Area
San Antonio is the
seventh-largest city in the United States and the second-largest city in Texas, with a population of more than 1.3 million residents.
Situated in the south-central part of Texas, it serves as the seat of Bexar County and offers a dynamic combination of culture, history, and
economic opportunity.
San Antonio boasts a thriving culinary scene, world-class arts, and vibrant neighborhoods, offering both
Mexican, Tex-Mex, and international cuisine. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy parks, trails, and proximity to nearby hill country. The city also
has a strong military and healthcare presence, including Joint Base San Antonio (Fort Sam Houston, Lackland Air Force Base, Randolph Air
Force Base), the South Texas Medical Center, and the San Antonio Military Medical Center.
Economically, San Antonio is home to five
Fortune 500 companies and an emerging cybersecurity, bioscience, and higher education ecosystem, providing diverse professional
opportunities. With a cost of living below the national average, excellent schools, and a welcoming community, San Antonio offers an
exceptional quality of life for professionals and families alike.
For more information about the area, visit: www.sanantonio.gov, www.sachamber.org, www.visitsanantonio.com.
To Apply
For full
consideration, please apply by September 28, 2026.
To be viewed by the search firm, you must apply directly at:
https://acesrch.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a21esjyvzc7e
Please apply through the application link and do not email applications.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received
and should include a cover letter and curriculum vita. Ideally cover letters should not exceed two pages. All applications are treated
confidentially.
Inquiries, referrals, and nominations are also treated confidentially.
Inquiries and
questions: Please send to StMUDeanCAHSS@acesrch.com
Nominations and
referrals: Please send the nominee's name, title, and contact information if available to nominations@acesrch.com.
Institutional Information
St. Mary's
University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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