St. Bonaventure University

Dean of the DePerro School of Health Professions

ST BONAVENTURE, NYPosted 30+ days ago

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.

  • Job overview

    The Dean of the DePerro School of Health Professions at St. Bonaventure University is a senior academic leader responsible for strategic and academic leadership to advance the school's mission and future.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The dean will provide academic and strategic leadership, develop vision and mission, foster innovation, advocate for faculty, staff, and students, lead accreditation processes, and ensure a vibrant future for the school.

  • Compensation and benefits

    The public salary range is $165,000-175,000. No additional benefits details are provided in the description.

  • Experience and skills

    Candidates must have an earned doctorate, qualify for associate professor or professor rank, demonstrate inclusive and innovative leadership in health professions education, understand healthcare trends especially in rural areas, and support the university's Franciscan mission.

  • Work environment and culture

    The university values a close-knit, caring community with a commitment to diversity, ethical conduct, compassionate service, and the Franciscan tradition.

  • Company information

    St. Bonaventure University is a highly rated comprehensive Franciscan university in New York, known for academic excellence, diversity, and ethical leadership, ranked in the top tier of northern universities by U.S. News & World Report.

  • Job location and travel

    The position is on-site at St. Bonaventure University in St. Bonaventure, New York, located in a scenic mountain region about 75 miles south of Buffalo.

  • Application process

    Applications must be submitted through the Spelman Johnson website with a CV and cover letter; review begins August 1, 2024, and continues until filled; contact details for inquiries and accommodations are provided.

  • Unique job features

    The role involves leadership in a university setting with a focus on health professions education and includes leading accreditation and strategic initiatives.

Company overview

St. Bonaventure University is a private Franciscan university located in Allegany, New York, known for its strong liberal arts curriculum and commitment to Franciscan values. The university offers undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including business, education, journalism, and sciences, generating revenue primarily through tuition, fees, and donations. Founded in 1858 by the Franciscan Brothers, it has a rich history of fostering a close-knit community and emphasizing service, compassion, and academic excellence.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight leadership experience in health professions education, emphasizing your ability to develop strategic visions and lead accreditation processes, aligning with the Dean role at St. Bonaventure University.

  • Emphasize your commitment to inclusive and innovative leadership, familiarity with rural healthcare education trends, and support for the Franciscan mission of diversity and compassionate service in your resume.

  • Apply through multiple platforms including the Spelman Johnson website (the exclusive application portal), LinkedIn, and the St. Bonaventure University career page to maximize your application visibility.

  • Connect on LinkedIn with faculty and administrators in the DePerro School of Health Professions or the university's academic leadership team; use ice breakers like commenting on the university's Franciscan values or recent initiatives in health professions education to start conversations.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'academic leadership,' 'health professions education,' 'accreditation,' 'strategic vision,' 'inclusive leadership,' and 'Franciscan mission' to ensure it passes automated screenings.

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