Dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences (HHS)

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rAbout This Role:

Kansas State University seeks a dynamic and experienced leader to serve
as the next Betty L. Tointon Dean of the College of Health and Human
Sciences (HHS). The successful candidate must have the experience and
vision to inspire, guide, and facilitate the Colleges strong and
diverse faculty and staff in the advancement of high-quality teaching,
research, service, and extension while providing leadership that assures
the integrity, excellence, relevance, and success of the Colleges
multi-faceted programs for the 21st century. The Dean reports directly
to the Provost and Executive Vice President, [Jesse Perez
Mendez](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5662322&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/provost/about/provost-profile/),
and serves as a member of the Academic Leadership and Deans Councils.

Founded in 1858 as Bluemont Central College and converted to the Kansas
State Agricultural College in 1863, K-State is the nations first
Land-Grant University and classified as an R-1 institution. K-State is
proud to be defining the future of the Land-Grant University and to be a
leading community and state partner in engagement and extension. With a
main campus in Manhattan, Kansas, K-State also has campuses in Salina,
Olathe, and online. The University serves approximately 20,000 students,
of which three-quarters are undergraduates.

This position is ideal for a cutting edge, learner-centric leader with a
proven history of successful growth initiatives, strong partnership and
collaboration skills, and results-focused leadership. The next Dean will
be required to sustain and grow the College of HHSs excellence in
teaching, research, extension, and engagement; promote a team-oriented
leadership approach; drive further development and growth in enrollment,
disciplines, and degrees; and cultivate internal and external
partnerships to propel advancement of the Colleges new strategic plan
goals and priorities. The Dean must embrace and understand how a range
of thought and background among learners, faculty, administration, and
staff works to strengthen academic programs and enrich the University
community.

The most successful candidates will have an earned terminal degree and a
record of scholarship and teaching suitable for a tenured appointment as
a full professor in one of the disciplines within the College of Health
and Human Sciences or a closely related field. A strong record of
academic administration is also preferred.

For more information about this opportunity, position expectations, and
the local community view the [executive
profile](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5662322&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/provost/about/searches/hhs-2024/Executive-Profile-HHS-Dean.pdf).

For information on how to apply or to submit nominations, please refer
to the Search Process section.

About Us:

As part of Kansas State University, a comprehensive land-grant
institution, the College of Health and Human Sciences is devoted to
excellence in teaching, research, service, extension, and engagement.
The College is fully committed to advancing the Universitys land-grant
mission and its vision to become a [Next-Generation Land-Grant
University](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5662322&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/next-gen/).

The College of Health and Human Sciences has approximately 2,800
learners (graduate and undergraduate) and approximately 210 faculty and
staff. Home to 16 undergraduate and 19 graduate degree programs housed
in the Schools of Human Sciences, Health Sciences, and Consumer Sciences
as well as an interdisciplinary Center on Aging, we pro ide learners
with the education and skills needed to make a meaningful impact in the
holistic well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Please
visit the [college
website](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5662322&targetURL=https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/)
for additional information regarding the College, its [newly reorganized
schools](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5662322&targetURL=https://www.hhs.k-state.edu/about/faculty/reorganization/)
and their program offerings.

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university
actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and
cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The
University is dedicated to promoting the [Principles of
Community.](https://apptrkr.com/getredirect.php?id=5662322&targetURL=https://www.k-state.edu/about/community.html){target=”blank”}

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed
on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What Youll Need to Succeed:

Educational Requirements

An earned doctorate in one of the disciplines re