Clarke University, a private, Catholic institution of higher learning in Dubuque Iowa is seeking to appoint a new Dean of Academic Affairs. The Dean will serve as the second officer within Academic Affairs, reporting to the Vice President for Academic Affairs. With a focus on student retention, the Dean will assume responsibility for a wide range of duties within the Office of Academic Affairs including academic support, career services, and academic administrative procedures. The Dean will + Oversee the efforts to improve student retention through the institution's Academic Support Center, effective academic advising, and the Department of first-year Studies. + Oversee the Office of the Registrar, Academic Advising unit, learning support, Accessibility Services, Career Services, and the Library + Collaborate with the Enrollment Management, Admissions, and Marketing offices in enacting clear protocols and timelines for communicating information about the University's academic programs + Collaborate with the department chairs, the faculty and faculty committees to ensure transparency and clear communication within Clarke University's shared governance system + Work with the department chairs and the Office of the Registrar, as the primary reviewer within the academic administration of the university's Academic Catalog + Represent the academic administration on various faculty and institutional committees as assigned. The ideal candidate will possess the following skills and credentials: + A terminal degree (PhD preferred). + A minimum of five years of full-time teaching experience in higher education + A commitment to student success and student engagement with specific experience in developing and overseeing student retention and persistence efforts a plus + Successful leadership experience at the level of department chair or above, including experience in curriculum development and oversight, and instructor evaluation + A commitment to transparency and clear communication + A demonstrated ability to work with a range of constituent groups. At Clarke University this will include the faculty, the Academic Affairs staff, the Office of Enrollment Management, and the Marketing Office + A demonstrated ability to employ data in decision-making processes. We offer meaningful work, a safe and friendly work environment, and an outstanding benefits package including tuition remission, paid holidays vacation and sick time, and extensive professional development opportunities. So, if you're looking for a place you can make a positive impact, we hope you'll consider our One Clarke, One Community. To apply, please submit a letter of application and resume that includes three professional references at https://clarke.applicantpool.com/jobs . Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Clarke University is committed to fostering a welcoming campus community that celebrates the unique contributions of each person and promotes an inclusive learning environment. Clarke University does not discriminate against any employee or any applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability or genetic information.