This includes leading faculty members in planning, developing, and implementing instruction, research services, and outreach activities; collaborating with peers in other schools, department heads, and leaders of the college community; observing and evaluating faculty members while fostering an environment for both student and faculty growth; enhancing relationships with internal and external constituencies; supporting the efforts of Diné College alumni; fostering participatory management and continuous improvement of programs; implanting academic policies; administering the School's budget; supporting departmental initiatives for program growth and improvement; serving as a member of the Provost Council; and fostering a climate characterized by the mission, vision, principles, and values of Diné College. D. in English, composition/rhetoric, or arts/humanities from an accredited institution with at least five (5) years of demonstrated and successful deal-level experience or extensive experience in leadership and administration at the level of faculty chair, associate dean, or dean in the discipline of English, arts/humanities, or related field; OR.