"Dean Of The School Of Education"

Dean of the School of Education

Metropolitan State University of Denver

Department: VPAA Office

About the University

Established in 1965, Metropolitan State University (MSU Denver) was founded to serve students who were underrepresented in higher education... MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students.

Proud of its federal designation as a Hispanic-Serving Institution...

About the School of Education

The School of Education at MSU Denver prepares people who will "Teach, Lead, and Transform."...

Position Summary

The Dean of the School of Education (SOE) provides academic and strategic leadership...

Responsibilities

Academic Leadership and Student Success

• Provide visionary leadership for the SOE...
• Ensure educator preparation programs are innovative...
• Promote interdisciplinary collaboration...
• Maintain compliance with accreditation...

Administrative Management

• Oversee the School's departments...
• Collaborate with the Provost...

Community and External Engagement

• Represent the School to local...
• Engage in advocacy...

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

• Lead efforts to create a welcoming...
• Demonstrate a commitment...

Professional Development of Department Chairs, Faculty, and Staff

• Encourage and support...
• Promote a culture...

Fundraising and Development

• Collaborate with University Advancement...
• Pursue grants...

Strategic Planning and Governance

• Collaborative, forward-thinking leadership...
• Support MSU Denver's designation...

Required Qualifications

• Earned terminal degree (Ph.D. or equivalent)...
• Previous experience in a leadership position...
• Experience in P-20 educational settings
• At least three years of experience managing budgets and personnel
• Experience in educator preparation, licensure, and accreditation processes
• Strong communication skills and a record of service to the field of education

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience in work that promotes diversity...
• Demonstrated success in fundraising...
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans...
• Knowledge of current education policy...
• Commitment to inclusive pedagogy...

Salary for Announcement

The salary range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position is $200,000 - $230,000.

MSU Denver offers a generous and comprehensive benefits package.

Application Process

Candidates must complete an application online through MSU Denver's career site, https://www.msudenver.edu/careers/.

Applications should include: Current curriculum vitae, A detailed cover letter..., A list of five professional references...

Deadline

Priority will be given to applications received through Wednesday, January 21, 2026; applications will be accepted until the position is filled.