Dean of the College of Education - Northern Arizona University (Flagstaff, AZ)
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Northern Arizona University seeks a Dean of the College of Education
Click here to view position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/NAU_Dean_COE_Profile.pdf
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
The Position:
Northern Arizona University (NAU) seeks a visionary and strategic leader as its next Dean of the College of Education (COE).
The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College and reports to the Executive Vice President & Provost. The Dean will develop productive working relationships with institutional administration, faculty, students, industry, and community partners, building a strong sense of community within and beyond the College and advancing the common vision and high aspirations for COE.
Key priorities for the Dean include promoting exceptional outcomes for the College’s students; broadening educational access and promoting excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; recruiting, retaining, and developing talented, mission-driven faculty and staff; cultivating a commitment to inclusive excellence; and sustainably managing the College’s resources to deepen its impact to students and the state of Arizona. The incoming Dean will also be a strong partner to university leadership and build relationships across the University, as well as with external partners. In addition, by working closely with NAU Advancement | Foundation and the Dean’s Leadership Council, the Dean will be a leading advocate and fundraiser for the College, especially as NAU embarks on a comprehensive fundraising campaign.
The Dean reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost and supervises the College leadership team of two associate deans, 13 academic department chairs and directors, and four college-wide staff. The main administrative office is housed in the Eastburn Education building on the Flagstaff Mountain campus. The College is home to over 135 faculty and 70 college-wide staff. Approximately 66% of the faculty are located on the Flagstaff Mountain campus, with the remaining faculty located on various statewide campuses, including Phoenix, Tucson, and Yuma. The position will be located at the Flagstaff Campus, with occasional travel to Phoenix and other statewide locations.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by September 26, 2025 will be given first consideration. Upon application, please submit a PDF version of your CV/resume and a cover letter that describes both your motivation for application and how your leadership experience aligns with the qualifications noted. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.
To make recommendations or for more information, please contact:
Tammarah Townes
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 302-388-9480
ttownes@summitsearchsolutions.com
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Northern Arizona University seeks a Dean of the College of Education
Click here to view position profile: https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/NAU_Dean_COE_Profile.pdf
Location: Flagstaff, Arizona
The Position:
Northern Arizona University (NAU) seeks a visionary and strategic leader as its next Dean of the College of Education (COE).
The Dean is the chief academic and administrative officer of the College and reports to the Executive Vice President & Provost. The Dean will develop productive working relationships with institutional administration, faculty, students, industry, and community partners, building a strong sense of community within and beyond the College and advancing the common vision and high aspirations for COE.
Key priorities for the Dean include promoting exceptional outcomes for the College’s students; broadening educational access and promoting excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; recruiting, retaining, and developing talented, mission-driven faculty and staff; cultivating a commitment to inclusive excellence; and sustainably managing the College’s resources to deepen its impact to students and the state of Arizona. The incoming Dean will also be a strong partner to university leadership and build relationships across the University, as well as with external partners. In addition, by working closely with NAU Advancement | Foundation and the Dean’s Leadership Council, the Dean will be a leading advocate and fundraiser for the College, especially as NAU embarks on a comprehensive fundraising campaign.
The Dean reports to the Executive Vice President and Provost and supervises the College leadership team of two associate deans, 13 academic department chairs and directors, and four college-wide staff. The main administrative office is housed in the Eastburn Education building on the Flagstaff Mountain campus. The College is home to over 135 faculty and 70 college-wide staff. Approximately 66% of the faculty are located on the Flagstaff Mountain campus, with the remaining faculty located on various statewide campuses, including Phoenix, Tucson, and Yuma. The position will be located at the Flagstaff Campus, with occasional travel to Phoenix and other statewide locations.
To Apply:
Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by September 26, 2025 will be given first consideration. Upon application, please submit a PDF version of your CV/resume and a cover letter that describes both your motivation for application and how your leadership experience aligns with the qualifications noted. Refer to our blog on strengthening application materials and letters of interest here.
All applications and nominations will be held in confidence.
To make recommendations or for more information, please contact:
Tammarah Townes
Senior Consultant
Summit Search Solutions, Inc.
Direct: 302-388-9480
ttownes@summitsearchsolutions.com
Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.
Institution: Northern Arizona University
This is a full time position
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