Position SummaryThe Dean of the College of Communication Arts and Sciences is the executive administrator of the College and reports to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Faculty Affairs. The Dean provides executive leadership and works directly with the four department chairs, the director of the School of Journalism, and the general manager of WKAR to administer the educational, research, and service missions of the College.

　　The College of Communication Arts and Sciences (ComArtSci) is a pioneer in its own right. Established in 1955, during Michigan State's Centennial year, ComArtSci was the first such college in the country. Today, with over 3,500 students and more than 58,000 alums, it is among the largest and most respected. With internationally ranked programs and internationally renowned faculty members, MSU's ComArtSci prepares students for careers across a broad spectrum of the arts and sciences of communication. Employees of ComArtSci reflect diverse areas of expertise and employment types within the University, which include 15 continuing system academic specialists; 79 fixed term faculty and academic specialists; 78 tenure system faculty; and more than 100 professional, technical, and administrative support staff.

　　ComArtSci's undergraduate, masters and doctoral students are enrolled in 21 programs within the college's five units. ComArtSci prepares students for careers in areas such as communications, public relations, journalism (including broadcast and sports), game design, and communication disorders. Students and faculty work together to create feature-length films, produce award-winning news features, and become leaders in communication research. ComArtSci has the strength, skill, and talent to serve the common good nationally and globally.

　　In 2021 the College launched its ambitious Strategic Plan 2021-2026 to build on the many existing strengths of the College: a deep commitment to Michigan State University's land-grant ideal of empowerment through education and outreach; ComArtSci's vibrant intellectual culture and reputation for excellence in research & creative works; and MSU's rich tradition of innovative teaching and learning. The new Dean will join an extraordinary group of colleagues and a global network of constituents as they continue to pursue the College's and University's strategic imperatives.

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　　Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

　　Required DegreeDoctorate -Field in Communication discipline

　　Minimum RequirementsA terminal degree relevant to a discipline or field within the communication arts and sciences 

　　A record of scholarship and/or professional achievement worthy of designation as a Full Professor at Michigan State

　　Significant administrative experience within a research-intensive university or similarly complex environment

　　Experience with strategic visioning, planning, and implementation