SUBR | Dean of the Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honor College
SUBR | Dean of the Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honor College | Position: Full-Time | Salary: $90,000 - $99,999 | Application Deadline: December 31, 2025
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Dean of the Dolores Margaret Richard Spikes Honors College serves as the academic and administrative officer of the Honors College. The Dean provides visionary leadership in fostering academic excellence, student achievement, faculty engagement, and innovative programming. The Dean is responsible for shaping the educational, cultural, and professional experiences of honors students, building a vibrant intellectual community, and advancing the college's reputation at the institutional, state, and national levels.
JOB DUTIES:
Leadership & Administration:
- Provide strategic vision and overall management of the Honors College, including academic programming, operations, personnel, budget, and assessment.
- Develop, implement, and evaluate policies, procedures, and initiatives that strengthen the Honors College.
- Advocate for honors education within the university and externally.
Academic Programs & Student Success:
- Oversee curriculum design, program development, and delivery of honors courses, seminars, and experiential learning opportunities.
- Support recruitment, retention, progression, and completion of high-achieving students.
- Foster a student-centered environment that encourages critical thinking, leadership, service, and undergraduate research.
Faculty & Staff Engagement:
- Recruit, support, and collaborate with faculty in designing and teaching honors courses.
- Provide leadership, mentoring, and professional development opportunities for Honors College faculty and staff.
Partnerships & Outreach:
- Cultivate partnerships and collaborations across colleges, departments, and external organizations to expand opportunities for honors students.
- Build relationships with alumni, donors, and community stakeholders to enhance support and funding.
- Represent the Honors College at the university, state, national, and international levels.
Fundraising & Resource Development:
- Lead efforts to secure external funding through grants, corporate partnerships, philanthropy, and alumni engagement.
- Manage and expand scholarships, fellowships, and enrichment funds for honors students.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- An earned doctorate from an accredited institution.
- Minimum of five (5) years of progressively responsible academic administrative experience.
- Demonstrated experience in academic program development, student success initiatives, and faculty engagement.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in honors education, gifted/talented programming, or high-achieving student populations. Proving success in fundraising, external partnerships, or grant development.
- Familiarity with accreditation standards, assessment practices, and continuous improvement processes.
How to Apply:
Interested applicants must complete a Southern University employment application.
External applicants can apply here.
Current Southern University employees should apply here.
Applications should include:
- A cover letter detailing experience and alignment with the role.
- A curriculum vitae (CV) or resume highlighting expertise and accomplishments.
- Three (3) professional letters of recommendation.
Point of Contact:
Dr. Luria Young
Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs
A criminal background check and reference verification are required.
AAP/EEO Statement
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