The successful candidate should be a: Communicative leader who builds trust, listens attentively, and advocates effectively for both colleges and their distinct contributions; Collaborative leader who works with faculty and Associate Deans across different academic and professional traditions; Strategic leader who guides curriculum, assessment, enrollment, student success, program review, and appropriate innovation; Academic leader who supports excellent teaching, scholarship, creative work, and faith-informed inquiry; Responsible steward who manages personnel, budgets, facilities, and disciplinary accreditations with sound judgment; Engaged leader who builds relationships with churches, schools, arts organizations, alumni, and the Central Texas community; and a. The successful candidate should possess the following qualifications: Must be an active and committed Christian who supports UMHB's mission, is Baptist, and participates actively in a local Baptist church; An appropriate terminal degree from an accredited institution in a discipline represented in the College of Christian Studies; A record of teaching, scholarship, creative work, or professional achievement suitable for a faculty appointment; Substantial academic leadership or administrative experience and the ability to work across disciplines; Experience in a discipline represented in the College of Visual and Performing Arts is a plus; Demonstrated ability to administer collegially and advocate for both colleges, their faculty, and their students; and.