Dean, W. Franklin Evans Honors College

ABOUT VOORHEES UNIVERSITY

In celebration of its 125th year of existence on April 7, 2022, Voorhees College was renamed Voorhees University to honor founder, Elizabeth Evelyn Wight. Voorhees University is a private, diverse, historically black, coeducational, liberal arts, baccalaureate degree-granting institution affiliated with the Episcopal Church. Located in rural Denmark, South Carolina, the University serves traditional and nontraditional students primarily from South Carolina and the southeastern region of the United States; however, seeks to expand our reach both nationally and internationally. The University offers each student a comprehensive general education experience coupled with professional education in the values-centered liberal arts environment that supports educational opportunities designed to help prepare students to function in a diverse and increasingly technological society. Accordingly, the University seeks to produce highly qualified graduates who coalesce intellect and faith in pursuit of life-long learning, healthy living, the betterment of society, and an abiding faith in God.

PRESIDENTIAL CHARGE AND SCOPE OF APPOINTMENT

In accordance with the University’s mission, Dr. Ronnie Hopkins, 10th President of Voorhees University has issued the charge and call to action articulated through the University’s mantra: Begin. Believe. Become. that will advance Voorhees University to The Next Level of Excellence. President Hopkins believes and expects that Voorhees University will be nationally recognized as a premier, comprehensive liberal arts institution focused on student success, excellence and integrity. Through this charge, greater emphasis will be placed on high performing learners, highly accomplished faculty and staff, an involved community, and a supportive and dedicated alumni base.

Position: Dean, W. Franklin Evans Honors College
Department/Division: School of Graduate Studies, Continuing Education & Integrative Learning/Academic Affairs
Salary Range: $55,000 – $60,000
FLSA Classification: Exempt
Position Type/Duration: Full-time/12 months
Position Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., Monday – Friday (extended hours, evenings and weekends required)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Priorities and responsibilities include:

• serving as a full-time faculty member in one of the academic schools. The position requires a professional record of teaching, research/scholarship, service and professional development that is commensurate with a faculty appointment.
• enhancing the University’s reputation for attracting and graduating outstanding students and for supporting them in their pursuit and attainment of academic excellence.
• plans and implements activities that foster a supportive learning community among the honors student cohort members.
• leads University-wide processes and practices involving honors recruitment, marketing, admissions review, and student orientation/engagement.
• fostering the development of appropriate Honors course work, approving substitutions for Honors Contracts, and for coordinating the system of faculty honors advising throughout the University.
• coordinating and assessing effective curriculum.
• building and supporting a strong and innovative honors faculty community.
• advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in Honors College.
• establishing and monitoring the University’s goals and objectives.
• developing and implementing plans for evaluation, data collection, and evidence-based decision making.
• participating in external fundraising.
• cultivating partnerships for community engagement within Honors College.
• working with colleges and departments to provide educational opportunities for Honors College students in all majors.
• facilitating the Annual Honors College Induction and the Annual Honors and Academic Awards Banquet.
• facilitating student engagement in honors activities to include National Association of African American Honors Programs (NAAAHP) and other honors conferences, University honor societies, Honda Campus All-Star Challenge, University Debate Team, Model United Nations, Model African Union

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Standard Office Environment

EDUCATION

• An earned terminal degree from an accredited four-year college or university preferred, master’s degree considered

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE

• Successful university record of teaching, research (including scholarship and creative activities), and service to warrant appointments at the rank of assistant, associate or full professor.
• At least three years of experience in positions of leadership that include a focus on undergraduate student success.
• Experience successfully supervising and managing office personnel.
• A record of successful program planning, implementation, and evaluation.
• Demonstrated record of successfully planning and executing activities to foster a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for students, faculty members, and staff members.
• Demonstrated commitment to shared governance. The incumbent must have demonstrated interest and/or ability to work in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Three (3) years of professional experience in higher education with a full-time faculty appointment.
• Evidence of successful leadership in student success and development.
• Track record of successful grant raising and scholarship in higher education.
• Previous experience working in a liberal arts environment.
• Strong written and oral communication proficiency.
• Demonstrated leadership in education.
• Exceptional management competency.

APPLICATION INFORMATION

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Please submit an employment application, cover letter detailing your interest and qualifications for the position, resume, and relevant transcript to apply.