Dean of the College of Business and STEM

Position Category: Full-Time Staff Position

Location: 3111 Saunders Settlement Rd, Sanborn, New York, New York, USA

https://niagaracc-suny.peopleadmin.com/postings/3349

General Description:

SUNY Niagara is seeking an innovative and student-centered leader to serve as Dean of the College of Business and STEM. The Dean will have an opportunity to drive real-world impact, lead a team of passionate educators, and connect academic excellence with workforce innovation. If you’re a dynamic academic professional with a passion for student success, faculty development, and cutting-edge programming, this role is for you.

As Dean, you will report to the Vice President of Academic Affairs and provide strategic, academic, and operational leadership for the Business and STEM division. You’ll guide a diverse and dedicated team while helping SUNY Niagara remain at the forefront of preparing students for high-demand careers in business, computer science, engineering, technology, and more.

You’ll play a vital role in:

- Championing student-centered, high-impact programs that meet the fast-changing needs of business and STEM industries.
- Driving innovation in teaching and learning through faculty support, curriculum enhancement, and academic excellence.
- Fostering collaborative partnerships with employers, K–12 schools, transfer institutions, and community stakeholders.
- Leading program assessment and ensuring compliance with accreditation standards to maintain program quality and accountability.
- Cultivating a culture of continuous improvement, equity, and inclusive excellence across all departments within the division.

As a member of the college’s Academic Council, you will be a key voice in shaping the institution’s academic direction, strategic goals, and student success initiatives.SUNY Niagara provides phenomenal benefits to our employees. Please visit https://www.niagaracc.suny.edu/hr/benefits to view our benefits offerings. SUNY Niagara’s exceptional work environment fosters growth and personal fulfillment. As an employee, you can expect:

Work-Life Balance: When employees can balance their work and personal lives, they are happier, more productive, and better positioned to support our students. At SUNY Niagara, generous paid time off, holiday, and leave policies make this possible. Our college closes for winter break from late December through early January and a week in mid-March for spring recess. In the summer, employees observe a four-day workweek, allowing them to enjoy all that Western New York offers.

Professional Growth: SUNY Niagara cares about employees’ professional advancement and development. You will have access to ongoing training, programs, and workshops. We support career growth and encourage employees to pursue further education.

Welcoming Culture: SUNY Niagara is committed to fostering a culture of inclusion and belonging, where every student and employee feels seen, heard, and valued. We strive to create a collaborative environment that respects and embraces individual experiences, perspectives, and identities. By cultivating a sense of connection and community, we ensure that all members of our campus feel supported and empowered to contribute fully to the life of the College.

Meaningful Work: At SUNY Niagara, your work will directly impact the lives of our students and the region we serve. Our college is for all who are passionate about teaching and focused on supporting students. Our small class sizes facilitate engagement. You will shape students’ futures, prepare them for successful careers, and empower them to contribute to society. Your dedication and expertise will propel students to achieve their educational goals.

Required Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Higher Education Administration, Business, Technology, or a related program of the Business & STEM division;
Experience in an administrative role in a higher education institution, including exercising budgetary responsibilities as well as monitoring or conducting staff and faculty recruitment, hiring, andsupervision;
Experience withcurriculum development and assessment;
Experience with development and/or review of accreditation self-studies, program reviews, and/or responses to site visits; experience inconducting faculty orientations, evaluations, and classroom observations; and experience with mentoring faculty.