Associate Dean Strategy and Operations, UC College-Conservatory of Music

Position: Associate Dean for Strategy and Operations, UC College-Conservatory of Music
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About the Department

A preeminent institution for the performing and media arts, the College-Conservatory of Music (CCM) offers more than 100 possible major and degree combinations spanning comprehensive aspects of music, theatre, media production, and dance, along with a wide variety of pre-collegiate and post-graduate programs. The synergy created by housing CCM within a comprehensive public university gives the college-conservatory its unique character and defines its objective: to educate and inspire the whole artist and scholar for positions on the world stage.

Founded in 1867, CCM has been ground zero for ground-breaking artistry and remains a leading choice for students who want the advantages of a top-tier conservatory combined with the breadth and depth of a major urban research university. CCM is nationally ranked

and internationally renowned. CCM provides life-changing experiences within a highly creative and multidisciplinary artistic environment. The college-conservatory's roster of eminent faculty regularly receives distinguished honors for creative and scholarly work, and its alumni have achieved significant national and international success in the performing and media arts.

CCM is an accredited institution of the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD), the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the National Association of Schools of Theatre (NAST), and a member of the University/Resident Theatre Association (U/RTA).

CCM values excellence in teaching, innovation in curriculum, and the ability to connect with a diverse group of students seeking to explore a range of opportunities and careers in a rapidly changing marketplace. CCM faculty are committed to recruiting, mentorship, career preparation, and student support. CCM encourages an inquisitive, collaborative spirit and expertise in a broad and diverse range of areas, and CCM seeks an administrator who aligns with these values.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati College-Conservatory of Music (CCM), a nationally prominent comprehensive college for the performing and media arts, seeks an innovative, dynamic, experienced leader to assist the Dean in managing strategic operations and elevating the college's profile, standing, and resources. This will be a full-time administrative appointment intended to begin August 15, 2026. Salary will be commensurate with credentials and experience.

This position is not open to H-1B sponsorship.

Essential Functions

• Serve as an advocate and champion for all academic areas of CCM.
• Manage and grow CCM's portfolio of collaborative external partnerships, including but not limited to co-op/internship experiences, study abroad and international agreements, and partnerships with professional organizations, industry, local arts organizations, sponsors, government agencies, and other UC colleges and departments. Develop new partnerships that enhance outreach, student participation in the community, research, and engagement.
• Serve as a lead on CCM financial, enrollment, and operational strategy. Collaborate with CCM staff and administration to generate and analyze data and trends that will assist CCM with financial, curricular, and enrollment forecasting. Develop future scenarios that can guide strategic direction and planning.
• Oversee faculty affairs, including faculty development; committee membership; reappointment, promotion, and tenure scheduling and mentorship; and faculty governance.
• Assist the Associate Dean for Academic Affairs with the curricular management of academic programs aligned with the candidate's experience and expertise.
• Assist the Dean and college leadership with other priorities as assigned and appropriate.

Minimum Requirements

Prior to the effective date of the appointment, the successful candidate…