Academic Dean, Wright School of Business

Job Title: Academic Dean, Wright School of Business

Location: Dalton State College

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Full-Time

Job ID: 283154

About Us

Dalton State College delivers a transformational education experience in a community serving more than 5,000 students through its two campuses and online programs. A member of the University System of Georgia, we provide access to high-quality bachelor's degrees, associate degrees, and career and teaching certificate programs that are responsive to regional and state needs.

Located about 90 minutes from Atlanta and 30 minutes from Chattanooga, Dalton State is nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in northwest Georgia and is surrounded by abundant outdoor recreation opportunities. We attract students from 35 countries and 26 states. Approximately half of our students are first-generation college students. Dalton State is Georgia's first federally-designated Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI); through this designation, we administer a Title V and a Title III HSI STEM Grant program that benefit all students.

Our mission and values undergird our commitment to creating a sense of belonging for all students and to ensuring their success. Dalton State was ranked #1 in the nation for Student Experience in The Wall Street Journal/College Pulse 2024 Best Colleges in the U.S. rankings and the #2 most recommended institution in the country in 2025. In addition, we are proud to have been recognized in 2024 as one of 75 "Great Colleges to Work For" by ModernThink, along with an Honor Roll distinction.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for directing the operations of the School of Business.

Salary is commensurate with education and experience. To ensure consideration complete applications must be received by August 30th, 2025. Applications will be reviewed on September 1st, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

Minimum salary $156,660.

A Complete Application Includes:

• CV/Resume
• Cover letter addressing leadership philosophy or add separate leadership philosophy statement.
• List of three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence, description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and/or past employers.
• Transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for initial screening; however, official transcripts will be required upon employment.
  
  

Benefits Include:

• Healthcare options
• Retirement option: Teachers Retirement Systems (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP)
• Tuition assistance
• $100 annually in well-being rewards
• 13 paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick leave
• Paid parental leave
• Winter break (December Holidays)
• USG Benefits
  
  

Updated: 06/17/2025

Responsibilities

Provides oversight, manages, and supervises school faculty, staff, programs, and events within the school - 25%

• Collaborates with department chairs, program directors, faculty, and staff on matters within the school.
• Provides direction on academic programs, policies, and procedures.
• Provides oversight for the school's simulation center.
• Recruits, supervises, and evaluates school faculty; makes recommendations to the Provost & Vice President for Academic Affairs on matters related to hiring, promotion, tenure, and terms of employment.
• Promotes faculty scholarship, professional development, student success, institutional service, and community service.
• Supervises, promotes and evaluates professional development for school staff.
• Provides oversight, direction, and resolution for issues and appeals from faculty, staff, and students.
• Conducts meetings of the school faculty and staff for the purposes of planning, data collection and reporting.
  
  

Directs operations, development, and budget management efforts - 20%

• Manages and administers the school budget.
• Coordinates with college Advancement staff to acquire external support for school operations, including grant funds; manages grant funds.
• Leads and participates in resource planning.
• Manages expenditures.
• Manages and maintains balance and distribution of Foundation funds to the School.
  
  

Oversees curriculum development and accreditation processes - 20%

• Oversees curriculum development, delivery of instruction, and assessment and evaluation of programs.
• Manages accreditation and reaccreditation processes.
• Manages program reviews, including student outcomes and continuous improvement.
  
  

Collaborates with internal and external partners - 25%

• Develops and maintains positive relationships with the business community, regional agencies, community, and other educational institutions.
• Collaborates with leadership, offices, and programs across campus on college-wide programs and initiatives.
• Promotes the school and college to a variety of stakeholders.
• Participates in fundraising activities.
• Participates in student recruitment events.
• Serves on a variety of college committees.
• Participates in relevant USG initiatives and addresses requests for information.
  
  

Engages in scholarly activities - 5%

• Fosters academic professionalism through participating in professional organizations, engaging in research, publishing scholarly works, and/or through other appropriate methods.
• Teaches courses in the incumbent's academic discipline as requested or required.
  
  

Performs related duties - 5%

Required Qualifications

Educational Requirements

• Doctoral degree in a course of study related to the occupational field.
  
  

Other Required Qualifications

• More than five years of related experience.
  
  

Required Documents to Attach

A Complete Application Includes:

• CV/Resume
• Cover letter addressing leadership philosophy or add separate leadership philosophy statement.
• List of three professional references that include full name, job title, organization, phone number and email address, and a brief, one sentence, description of your relationship with the reference. References should be with current and/or past employers.
• Transcripts of all college work. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for initial screening; however, official transcripts will be required upon employment.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of program accreditation requirements.
• Knowledge of program assessment and strategic planning strategies.
• Knowledge of budget development and management principles.
• Knowledge of college program requirements.
• Knowledge of classroom practices, teaching methodologies, assessment systems, and educational technology.
• Knowledge of faculty recruitment and hiring strategies.
  
  

SKILLS

• Skill in the delegation of responsibility and authority.
• Skill to make timely decisions.
• Skill in the operation of computers and job related software programs.
• Skill in decision making and problem solving.
• Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
  
  

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Dalton State College, as determined by Dalton State College in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test. Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Dalton State College (DSC). As a member of the University System of Georgia, we follow the Board of Regents' policy, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any DSC program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.

All employment processes and decisions, including but not limited to hiring, promotion, and tenure, shall be free of ideological tests, affirmations, and oaths, including diversity statements. The basis and determining factor for all such decisions should be that the individual possesses the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities associated with the role, and is believed to have the ability to successfully perform the essential functions, responsibilities, and duties associated with the position for which the individual is being considered. At the core of any such decision is ensuring the institution's ability to achieve its mission and strategic priorities in support of student success.

Dalton State College is an Equal Opportunity Institution. For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact Dalton State College's Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 706-272-2034.