Dean, Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business

Dean, Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business

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Dean, Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business

California Baptist University (CBU) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean, Dr. Robert K. Jabs School of Business.

Founded in 1950, CBU is a private comprehensive institution located in Riverside, California. Accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), CBU offers more than 80 majors, over 40 graduate degree programs, and ten doctoral degrees. Affiliated with the California Southern Baptist Convention, CBU is a member of the Council for Christian Colleges and Universities, the Association of Independent California Colleges and Universities, and the International Association of Baptist Colleges and Universities.

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The Jabs School of Business is ACBSP‑Accredited, with a student body of over 1,900 students, 28 full‑time faculty, and 3 support staff. It prepares high‑quality business leaders and offers both undergraduate and graduate programs.

The Dean is the chief academic officer and administrative head of the school, holding academic rank. Responsibilities include administration, academic leadership, and supervision of instructional programs, research, publications, and service activities. The Dean must be a visionary with entrepreneurial mindset, execute a strategic plan, collaborate with the Provost and other university officers on policy and strategic planning, represent the school internally and in the wider community, and lead fundraising and development efforts.

The Dean reports directly to the Provost/Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and serves on the Provost’s Council.

Pay range: $175,000 – $210,000 annually, varying with qualifications and market conditions. In addition to wages, CBU offers a robust suite of employee benefits.

Required qualifications:

• A demonstrated mature Christian faith aligned with CBU’s foundation as a Christian institution committed to the Great Commission.
• An earned doctorate degree from an accredited institution in a field related to the work of the Jabs School of Business.
• Progressive administrative experience in higher education.
• Knowledge of accreditation bodies.
• Outstanding record of leadership and service to the community.
• Outstanding record of academic activities including university teaching, research, external funding, and service.

State and Federal law permit California Baptist University to discriminate on the basis of religion in order to fulfill its purpose. The University does not discriminate contrary to either State or Federal law.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Are you a Christian?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you attend church regularly?
  • Yes
  • No
• If no, please explain (required):

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Are you both familiar with and not in conflict with the fundamental doctrines and practices of the California Southern Baptist Convention as stated in the Baptist Faith and Message dated June 14, 2000? (Please see above link for more information)
  • Yes (I am familiar and not in conflict)
  • No (I am in conflict or not familiar)