Interim Dean

Posting Details

Position Information

Posting Number F001429P Internal Posting? This Search is Open to Current University of Idaho Employees Only Recruitment Title Interim Dean Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with experience Location Moscow Primary Division/College Provost/Exec VP Area Primary Unit Office of the Provost/Exec VP Employee Category Faculty Classification Group Title Dean Position Control Number 2740 Suffix 01 Contingency Code 5 FTE

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Contract Basis Fiscal Year Anticipated Contract Start Date 06/16/2026 FLSA Status Exempt Tenure Tracking Tenured Rank Negotiable (must be justified) Extension Type Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type Interim Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable) 06/18/2028

Position Responsibilities

Position Summary

See below for the administrative scope.

Unit/Department Summary

College of Education, Health and Human Sciences | University of Idaho

Administrative Summary

The interim dean (dean) has responsibility to oversee and implement policies and priorities of the college and university. The Dean for the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences leads the college faculty in the development of policies and priorities governing the academic programs of the college. The dean facilitates the appropriate inclusion of faculty, staff, students, and stakeholders in the college decision-making processes. The academic programs of the college are directly affected by program planning, definitions of goals and priorities, instructional methods and standards, student advising, mutually beneficial partnerships with stakeholders, research policies, allocation of resources, fund-raising, and the development of professional standards related to the branches of learning for which the college is responsible. The academic programs of the college include undergraduate and graduate instruction, research and creative activity, and extension services. It is expected that the interim dean satisfactorily employs strategies to implement objectives and achieve the Universitys strategic goals while carrying out the mission of the college.

Contingency Description

(5) This administrative appointment or the administrative portion of

the faculty appointment is temporary. Employee acknowledges

and agrees that in the event there is no longer a need for the

administrative assignment, as determined by University in its sole

discretion, University may change this Agreement and remove the

administrative salary and/or course release during the contract

year and employee may return to their faculty appointment, upon

60 days written notice.

Teaching & Advising 0 Scholarship & Creative Activity 0 Outreach & Extension 0 University Service & Leadership 100%

Qualifications

Minimum Education/Degree Required Listed degree qualification is required at time of application. Required Qualifications

• An earned terminal degree from an accredited university in a discipline appropriate to the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences.
• Tenure and rank of associate or full professor in the College of Education, Health and Human Sciences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Leadership experience including: personnel management (faculty and staff), resource management (finances, facilities, equipment, etc.), and quality academic programming and delivery.
• Experience leading original initiatives focused on improving excellence in teaching, research, outreach, mentoring, and/or student success.
• Experience with strategic planning and visioning to successfully implement change, managing program/professional-level accreditation and program assessment, increasing student enrollment, and attracting and retaining a robust student and employee population.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to develop, maintain, and work successfully with faculty, staff, department administrators, peer colleagues, students, alumni, and other stakeholders.
• Experience developing and advancing philanthropic opportunities, economic development, extramurally funded research, or other fundraising efforts.
• Experience creating a welcoming and dynamic learning environment for all students, staff, and faculty.
• Experience executing the mission of a land-grant university and or R1 research endeavors.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

Posting Information

Posting Date 05/22/2026 Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

This position is open until filled, however, applications received on or before June 2, 2026 will receive priority consideration.

The interim period is anticipated to be up to 24 months. The finalist will be appointed for one year with confirmation of the on-going need discussed and agreed upon by April 1, 2027.

In addition to the short online application, applicants must submit a CV, and letter of interest addressing each of the required and preferred qualifications.

Those interested in the position should be prepared to participate in an open campus forum where they will explain their interest in the interim dean position and how they will lead the college. These are anticipated to be held June 10 and/or 11.

Applicant Resources https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources Background Check Statement

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

EEO Statement

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy. No

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume/CV
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents

Supplemental Questions

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