Director - School of Journalism
Position Summary
The Director serves as the chief executive leader of the School, providing strategic, financial, and operational leadership in support of excellence in teaching, research, creative activity, student success, and professional and community engagement. The Director advances the School’s role and visibility within a leading public research university.
Central to this role is working in partnership with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and external stakeholders to provide transparent and future-focused leadership that supports academic excellence, shared governance, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic direction and vision for the School in alignment with MSU and College priorities.
- Manage the School’s budget and resources responsibly and strategically.
- Foster a respectful, inclusive, and safe environment that values differing perspectives, constructive dialogue, and shared governance.
- Oversee personnel processes including reappointment, promotion, tenure, and advancement reviews.
- Promote interdisciplinary collaboration and opportunities that advance emerging areas of journalism, digital storytelling, and professional practice.
- Provide leadership and oversight for undergraduate and graduate programs.
- Collaborate with faculty to advance innovative, future-focused curricula.
- Promote academic rigor, experiential learning, cross-platform storytelling, community-engaged learning, and professional preparation.
- Support assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement efforts.
- Advocate for infrastructure, technology, and resources supporting scholarly productivity.
- Foster a student-centered learning environment that promotes belonging, engagement, access, and academic success.
- Strengthen partnerships with media organizations, alumni, professional associations, and community stakeholders.
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