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Dean of College of Arts & Sciences
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- Background check
- University
- US work authorization
- Tuition reimbursement
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- Finance
- Master's degree
- Health insurance
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- Customer service
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Surgical Tech Lab Assistant
Des Moines Area Community College —Des Moines, IA
- $32 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Surgery
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English Professor (Full-Time)
FBBC&TS —Ankeny, IA
- Email
- Classroom
- English
- Mid-level
Adjunct Instructor, Veterinary Technology
Des Moines Area Community College —Ankeny, IA
- $1,123 a month
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
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Trail Point Group Fitness Instructor
Des Moines Area Community College —Ankeny, IA
- $22 - $33 an hour
- Part-time
- High school diploma or GED
- US work authorization
- 1 year
Work Study - Fitness Attendant
Des Moines Area Community College —Ankeny, IA
- $13.25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- US work authorization
4d
Trail Point Assistant Swim Coach
Des Moines Area Community College —Ankeny, IA
- $19 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Basic math
- Mid-level
Mental Health Clinical Adjunct Instructor, Nursing
Des Moines Area Community College —Ankeny, IA
- $1,123 a month
- Nursing
- RN License
- BLS Certification
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Trail Point Swim Instructor
Des Moines Area Community College —Ankeny, IA
- $13.25 - $14.25 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- First Aid Certification
- US work authorization

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Dean of College of Arts & Sciences

Drake University -
Des Moines, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
11 days ago

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

Academic program development
Fiscal management
Overseeing academic program planning
Faculty collaboration
Academic institution experience
Advocacy
Change management
Inclusive leadership practices
University teaching experience
Managing budgets as an executive education administrator
Higher education teaching

Full Job Description

Position Number: 999910

Unit/Department: Dean's Office Arts & Sciences

Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience

Department Summary:

The mission of the College of Arts & Sciences is to provide an exceptional learning environment for students to develop the talents and skills necessary for personal and professional success. Combining a solid grounding in their major disciplines with an interdisciplinary approach to education, Arts and Sciences students learn, practice and value analysis, experimentation, creativity and ethical action. In collaboration with the entire university, the College encourages students to assume responsibility for their education and to become engaged citizens on both local and global levels.
The College of Arts and Sciences is home to a distinguished faculty of 117 engaged scholar-teachers, serving in 20 departments and programs across 48 majors, 42 minors, and 12 areas of concentration. The college supports and manages international programs in several countries and offers interdisciplinary majors and experiences for all students. Taken together, students are provided with an exceptional education in the sciences, fine arts, humanities, and social sciences that emphasizes experiential learning, collaboration, and innovative approaches.

Job Summary:

Drake University seeks a visionary academic dean with the skills, energy, and experience to lead the dynamic and vibrant College of Arts and Sciences. Drake is a private, midsize, comprehensive University of approximately 4,200 students located in Des Moines, the capital city of Iowa.
Drake is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity and equity. We seek candidates with similar commitments and lived experiences that contribute to fulfilling our mission. It is anticipated that the new dean will begin serving July 1, 2027.
– https://www.drake.edu/about/offices/hr/docs/artsci-dean-search.pdf

Minimum Qualifications:

Significant academic leadership experience including fiscal management and oversight
Experience creating or managing interdisciplinary majors or programs in the arts and sciences
Educational, scholarly, and teaching record commensurate with full professor in one of the college’s academic departments
Expressed commitment to the Drake University mission
Demonstrated commitment to inclusive excellence and equity
Demonstrated capacity to manage change
Demonstrated capacity to establish relationships with community partners for external funding
Demonstrated capacity to communicate with a wide range of constituents
Demonstrated history of interdisciplinary collaboration and advocacy

Preferred Qualifications:

We seek applications from and nominations of experienced candidates who are curious, forward-looking, and innovative, and who blend a collaborative leadership style with an ability to be bold and decisive. These candidates will model calm, effective, and dynamic leadership and build relationships within, across, and beyond the college. To be successful, a candidate must demonstrate a proven ability to provide support to and work with individuals and groups from diverse backgrounds and areas of expertise.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

We welcome all applications, nominations, and inquiries. The provost search committee will begin a review of applications immediately and continue work until an appointment is made. To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by Sept. 30, 2026, and include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and five professional references with email addresses and telephone numbers. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the applicant. All application materials must be submitted using Drake University’s online applicant system.

Have Questions?

Nominations and inquiries can be directed to the search chairs:

Maryann Huey, Ph.D.

Professor of Mathematics

[email protected]

515-271-2839

Eric Barnum, Ph.D.

Director of Choral Activities

[email protected]

515-271-2841

Questions about the application process, working at Drake, spouse/partner support, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources at [email protected].

All job offers are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check, satisfactory reference checks, and proof of authorization to work in the United States.

Review of Applications Begins:

For full consideration, apply by September 30, 2026 The position will remain posted until filled.

Salary and Benefits:

The salary will be competitive with peer schools and will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.

At Drake, we are proud to offer our employees, their spouses, and eligible dependents a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a wide range of core benefits, perks, and discounts.

Tuition Benefits.

For faculty positions, selection will depend on the receipt of recommendation confirming the candidate's scholarly achievements and teaching abilities and/or on the candidate's satisfactory passing of a teaching demonstration if selected for an on-campus interview. For staff positions, selection will depend upon careful review of each applicant’s references, education, and, if applicable, experience.

ABOUT DRAKE
Drake University is recognized as a top private university in the Midwest. Drake is a midsize university in Des Moines, Iowa, with an increasingly diverse student body. We are deeply committed to equity and inclusion and creating a sense of belonging for all members of the campus community—faculty, staff, and students alike. More than 900 faculty and staff are part of the Bulldog pack, a close-knit group of colleagues enthusiastic about preparing students to be global citizens and leaders, challenging assumptions. Drake University is not only an outstanding institution of higher learning, it is also a wonderful place to work. We are enthusiastically committed to welcoming new ideas and people into the fold, and to retaining and rewarding stellar employees.

All positions at Drake provide opportunities to contribute to Drake University’s core mission of creating an exceptional learning environment that prepares students of all backgrounds for meaningful lives and professional accomplishments.

STRONG COMMITMENT TO A DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY
At Drake University, we don’t just accept differences—we celebrate them, we support them, and we thrive on them for the benefit of our students, our employees, and our community. As reflected in our Core Values, we embrace a diverse and inclusive community.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY
Drake University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. Drake University is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations in its services, programs, activities, education, and employment for individuals with disabilities. If you would benefit from an accommodation at any point in the recruitment process (including using our online application process), please contact Drake Human Resources (p: 515.271.3133; e: [email protected]) and let us know how we can assist you.

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