For best consideration, complete applications should be received before January 31, 2025.

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Utah Valley University (UVU), located in Orem, Utah, the heart of Utah County, invites applications for an experienced leader as the Dean of the College of Health and Public Service. The ideal candidate will foster an environment that promotes UVU’s core values of exceptional care, accountability, and results. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean serves as the academic and administrative leader for the College of Health and Public Service and works collaboratively within the college, as well as across UVU and the community, to cultivate a positive scholarly environment focused on excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service. This position will be located on the main campus with a preferred start date of July 1, 2025, or earlier.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Utah Valley University seeks a visionary Dean for the College of Health and Public Service to guide its future growth and champion its talented faculty, staff, and students. The Dean will be a collaborative, strategic leader, energized by opportunities to develop innovative programs and delivery methods that address the evolving needs of the University, the profession, and society. They will foster a supportive culture while bringing creative solutions to challenges in healthcare and public services.

CHPS is experiencing significant enrollment growth, driven by its focus on healthcare programs that meet regional workforce needs and student demand. As part of UVU’s future Health and Wellness Village on the Vineyard campus, CHPS will anchor this initiative with a state-of-the-art health programs facility. This development will enhance partnerships with local hospitals, strengthen community engagement, and address regional healthcare needs. The new Dean will lead these efforts and further expand workforce development initiatives across the college.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• The new Dean of the College of Health and Public Service will be an innovative and effective leader who can clarify strategy and execute program expansion, manage student growth, and ensure academic programming meets community and industry needs.
• The Dean will enhance and execute the College’s strategic vision, facilitate student success (retention, completion, and job placement), and motivate faculty and staff to do excellent work. The ideal candidate will foster an environment that promotes UVU’s core values of exceptional care, accountability, and results.
• The Dean will lead fundraising efforts and secure financial support by collaborating with industry partners, alumni, and the community to meet workforce demands.
• The Dean will support academic departments, oversee accreditation, and manage a sustainable budget. They will cultivate collaboration within the college, as well as across UVU and our community, to create a positive scholarly environment focused on excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• The Dean will maintain high standards for faculty and staff performance and lead by example in cooperation, innovation, accountability, and ethical governance.

DESIRED LEADERSHIP SKILLS

• Understands opportunities in health professions and public service and articulates a vision and strategy to position the school competitively in Utah.
• Focuses on student success and leverages university resources to create a positive student experience.
• Motivates, mentors, and empowers others; fosters optimism and energy for reaching goals; and commits to creating inclusive environments.
• Communicates effectively with internal and external audiences. Gives clear, honest, and frequent feedback to people under direct supervision of the dean. Achieves high-quality results, understands and follows policies, follows through on commitments, makes informed decisions, and holds self and team accountable.
• Contributes to the university’s mission, vision, and long-term objectives; plans for internal and external changes; focuses on achieving strategic goals for self, department, school, and university.
• Demonstrates proficiency in delegation, budgeting, fundraising, and team building; stays current on trends in areas of expertise.
• Builds trust by demonstrating integrity, respecting individuals, and promoting unity and confidence.
• Navigates the UVU environment effectively, understanding vertical and horizontal interactions, cultural differences, and various constituencies, including donors, advisory boards, industry leaders, and the legislature.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Earned doctorate or terminal degree in a health-related field from an accredited university, and/or equivalent leadership and practice experience in the health professions
• At least five years of leadership experience, resulting in continuous growth and innovation
• Evidence of strategic thinking and data-driven decision-making, and proven results
• Understanding of, and commitment to, academic freedom and shared governance
• Evidence of fundraising experience
• Proven experience with networking, engagements, and collaborations with higher education groups, industry partners, and/or community entities that create positive social impact

PREFERRED, BUT NOT REQUIRED, QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with current academic accreditation practices
• A record of research, teaching, and service that would merit a tenured appointment
• Experience leading undergraduate and graduate university programs

OREM/PROVO, UTAH

The City of Orem was organized in 1919 and named after Walter C. Orem, President of the Salt Lake and Utah Railroad. The naming of Orem was an apparent attempt to curry his favor and attract future investments from this prosperous Salt Lake City resident. It shares the general location and history of Provo UT and was often referred to as the “Provo Bench.” In 1942, the Geneva Steel Works was constructed by the federal government as an inland producer of steel for WWII. Built along the eastern shore of Utah Lake, Geneva provided employment and economic growth to local residents, either directly or indirectly, for six decades.

In 2021, The Milken Institute released its list of the best performing metropolitan areas in terms of creating and sustaining jobs and economic growth. The analysis considered the following items: jobs, wages and salaries, and technology growth. The Provo-Orem area was ranked #1 in the country. Orem/Provo continue to receive Top 10 rankings for cities from a variety of publications as time goes on.

Today, there are dozens of technology companies, manufacturers, and service companies employing thousands of Orem residents, making the economic importance of Geneva Steel just a memory in the historical archives.

Utah County is home to some of the most breathtaking scenery in the American West, where rugged mountain ranges meet sweeping valleys. The majestic Wasatch Mountains rise sharply to the east, their snowcapped peaks often mirrored in the serene waters of Utah Lake below. Vibrant wildflowers blanket the hillsides in spring, while the changing colors of fall transform the landscape into a painter’s palette of gold, red, and orange. Whether hiking through lush canyons, exploring picturesque alpine lakes, or simply gazing at the panoramic vistas, the natural beauty of Utah County is both awe-inspiring and peaceful.