Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs

The Carter School of Business (CSB) at Dallas Baptist University is presently receiving applications for a full-time Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs to start June 2026. Rank and compensation will be commensurate with experience. The successful candidate will provide oversight and coordination for the undergraduate business programs and provide leadership support for the undergraduate department chairs.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Oversee and coordinate all undergraduate business programs

* Coordinate with relevant faculty and staff on curriculum matters including degree requirements, course rotation, faculty course staffing, degree plans, and catalog information

* Connect with relevant organizations, businesses, and other entities to promote the program(s) and secure possible employment opportunities for students

* Teach a variety of business courses consistent with program needs and academic credentials

* Develop and update curriculum to reflect current industry trends and best practices and incorporate experiential learning opportunities into coursework

* Work with scheduling coordinator on the following:

* Undergraduate Course offerings and scheduling

* Undergraduate Continuous Progress and Independent Studies

* Work with Program Directors and Department Chairs on:

* Undergraduate Course rotations

* Staffing undergraduate courses

* Submitting undergraduate curriculum changes in accordance with university policies

* Recruiting and hiring new faculty for undergraduate programs

* Provide leadership and oversight for all undergraduate business programs and program directors

* Track the progress of the undergraduate business programs in meeting the goals and initiatives in the School of Business strategic plan

* Participate in ongoing assurance of learning processes, evaluations, assessments, and reporting as necessary to maintain the university and business school accreditations

* Maintain office hours to mentor and advise students

* Participate in faculty meetings and serve on university committees

* Participate in campus events including commencement, and assist in hosting business related functions and events on campus

* Model genuine Christian faith in and beyond the classroom

* Intentionally and explicitly integrate the Christian faith with teaching and scholarship.

* Participate in various forms of professional development sponsored by the University and external organizations

* Coordinate with the Associate Dean of Graduate Programs on all matters related to program administration, class scheduling, student advising, and recruitment and retention efforts

* Coordinate with the Dean on all matters related to program administration, program promotion, recruitment, and retention for undergraduate business programs

* Coordinate with University Communications and the Dean to effectively promote the program(s) and keep the marketing materials updated

WORK SCHEDULE:

* This position is a full-time position with a twelve-month contract at the DBU campus in Dallas. Classes may be taught in person, online, or in a hybrid format.

* The Associate Dean of Undergraduate Programs is a teaching faculty member who teaches a reduced academic load based on administrative responsibilities and/or other duties.

WORK LOCATION:

This position will work on the main campus, located at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211

MISSIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

* Must be a Christian and a member of a church that holds to Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior, believing in the New and Old Testaments of the Holy Bible.

* Must be an active member of a local Baptist church that holds to beliefs consistent with the statement above.

* DBU requires employees to follow all University policies and procedures, which exist to support the Christian mission of DBU and includes, but is not limited to, a Christian Code of Conduct.  to read

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS:

* The Associate Dean oversees all undergraduate business programs and department chairs. The Associate Dean must hold a terminal degree or be in pursuit of a terminal degree in business or a related field.

* For Teaching on the Undergraduate Level: Must have completed at least 18 graduate semester hours in a business discipline and hold at least a master's degree or hold at least a master's degree with a major in business or a related discipline.

* For Teaching on the Graduate Level: Must hold a terminal degree, usually an earned doctorate, in business or a related discipline.

ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

* Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience in the business industry

* Must have a minimum of 5 years of experience leading others