Dean of the School of Business

Expectation and Condition of Employment

Howard Payne University, a church-related institution affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, seeks to employ evangelical Christians who are dedicated to teaching and service as they model the principles of the Christian faith and the University’s sincere religious beliefs.

Howard Payne University (hereafter, University) is committed to the integration of learning and Christian faith in the pursuit of truth. Employees are expected to embrace the Christian Mission Statement and Core Values of the University and must support the University’s affirmation of traditional Christian and Baptist beliefs by leading lives of service through active involvement in Christian activities both on campus and through a local church.

Mission Statement

Howard Payne University is a Christ-centered academic community dedicated to excellence by developing and equipping the whole person for intellectual inquiry, personal and professional integrity, and service to God and humanity.

Core Values of Howard Payne University

We believe and affirm that the University as an institution and each individual called to serve the Lord at Howard
Payne should strive to demonstrate a commitment to these five Core Values:

• Centered on Christ   (cf. Col. 3:17, Matt. 7:24)


• Focused on Community   (cf. Eph. 4:4-6, 1 Pet. 3:8)


• Called to Service   (cf. Mark 10:45, Phil. 2:3-5)


• Committed to Excellence   (cf. Gen. 1:31, 1 Cor. 9:24)


• Dedicated to Stewardship   (cf. Gen. 2:15, 1 Pet. 4:10)

As a condition of employment, employees agree to be paid by Direct Deposit. Applicants offered contingent employment based on the University obtaining a clean background check agree the contingent offer of employment may be revoked based on the information obtained in the background check.

If offered employment, your acceptance will indicate that you have read and agree to the Expectations and Conditions above.

Application Procedure

To be considered for this position, please submit the following:

• a letter of application addressing in detail how you meet the position requirements


• a resume or CV (curriculum vitae)


• unofficial transcripts, and


• a completed HPU Employment Application

Job Summary

The Dean of the School of Business provides strategic leadership, administrative oversight, and academic vision for all programs within the School of Business. The Dean works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and university leadership to ensure academic excellence, foster innovation, and strengthen partnerships that enhance the reputation and reach of the School. The Dean is responsible for advancing the mission of Howard Payne University through the integration of faith and learning, a commitment to student success, and the cultivation of ethical and effective business leaders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities  

Other duties may be assigned by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.

Leadership & Administration

• Provide academic and administrative leadership for all undergraduate and graduate programs within the School of Business


• Supervise and support faculty and staff, promoting professional development, effective teaching, scholarship, and service


• Guide the School in strategic planning, assessment, and accreditation processes


• Oversee budget development, resource allocation, and operational effectiveness


• Foster a positive, collaborative culture aligned with the Christian mission of Howard Payne University

Academic Quality & Program Development

• Ensure the quality, relevance, and continuous improvement of all business programs


• Lead initiatives for curriculum development and program innovation that respond to emerging trends and market needs


• Collaborate with the VPAA and other deans to develop new academic programs and partnerships


• Support faculty engagement in assessment, accreditation, and scholarly activity

Student Success & Engagement

• Promote student recruitment, retention, and success through academic excellence and mentoring


• Partner with Student Life, Career Services, and other campus units to enhance student learning and professional readiness


• Encourage experiential learning opportunities such as internships, study abroad, and business partnerships

External Relations & Advancement

• Build and maintain relationships with business leaders, alumni, and community partners to support program relevance and student opportunities


• Represent the School of Business at university, community, and professional events


• Support advancement and fundraising initiatives for the School

University Leadership

• Serve as a member of the Academic Council and other university committees as assigned


• Collaborate with academic and administrative leaders to advance institutional goals and initiatives


• Uphold and model the university’s Christian mission, integrating faith and service throughout all aspects of leadership

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directly supervises up to ten employees in the School of Business. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the University’s policies and applicable laws.  Responsibilities include interviewing, recommending employees to be hire and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. 

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

1. Integration of Faith in the Classroom - Displays a proven record of integrating Faith into his/her discipline and the willingness to continue doing so in a manner consistent with the University’s Mission Statement and Core Values


2. Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; collects and researches data; uses intuition and experience to complement data; designs work flows and procedures


3. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well problem solving as part of a group; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics


4. Design - Generates creative solutions, translates concepts and information into images, uses feedback to modify designs, applies design principles, and demonstrates attention to detail


5. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner, gathers and analyzes information skillfully, develops alternative solutions, works well problem solving as part of a group, uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics


6. Project Management - Develops effective project plans, coordinates projects, communicates changes and progress, completes projects on time and budget, and manages project team activities effectively


7. Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to build knowledge and skills continuously; shares expertise with others


8. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict without blaming others; consistently maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting them; keeps his or her emotions under control; remains open to others' ideas and tries new things


9. Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, listens and gets clarification, responds well to questions, demonstrates effective group presentation skills, participates actively in meetings


10. Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; edits his or her work for correct spelling and grammar; varies his or her writing style as needed; presents numerical data effectively; is able to read and interpret written information effectively


11. Teamwork - Balances the needs of the team and individual responsibilities effectively, exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views, gives and welcomes feedback, contributes to building a positive team spirit, puts the success of the team above their own interests, is able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives, supports everyone's efforts to succeed


12. Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism, inspires respect and trust and motivates others to perform well, mobilizes others to fulfill the University’s Mission Statement while embracing the University’s Core Values, provides vision and inspiration to peers and subordinates, exhibits self-confidence and confidence in others, influences actions and opinions of others effectively, accepts feedback from others, gives appropriate recognition to others


13. Change Management - Develops workable implementation plans; communicates changes effectively; builds commitment and overcomes resistance effectively; prepares and supports those affected by change; monitors transition and evaluates results


14. Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness


15. Delegation - Delegates work assignments effectively, matches the responsibility to the appropriate person, gives employees the authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities, provides recognition for results


16. Managing People - Includes subordinate employees in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement, takes responsibility for subordinates' activities, is available to staff, provides regular performance feedback, develops subordinates' skills and encourages growth, solicits and applies feedback (internal and external), fosters quality focus in others, improves processes and services, continually works to improve supervisory skills


17. Business Acumen - Understands the business implications of their decisions, displays an orientation to working within approved budgets and University profitability, and demonstrates a thorough knowledge of the higher education industry and the University’s competition.  Aligns their work with the University’s Strategic Plan


18. Cost Consciousness - Works within their approved budget, develops and implements cost saving measures, conserves University resources


19. Diversity - Demonstrates knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity policy, shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences, educates others on the value of diversity, promotes a harassment-free environment and builds a diverse workforce


20. Ethics - Treats everyone with respect, keeps commitments, inspires others to trust them, works with integrity and ethically, upholds the University's Mission Statement and Core Values


21. University Support - Follows policies and procedures consistently, completes administrative tasks correctly and on time, supports the University’s Mission Statement and Core Values, benefits the University through external community and professional activities, supports affirmative action and respects diversity


22. Strategic Thinking - Develops strategies to achieve the Institutional Priorities in the University’s Strategic Plan, understands the University’s strengths and weaknesses, analyzes the higher education market and competition effectively, identifies external threats and opportunities and adapts their strategy to changing conditions


23. Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts personal responsibility for his or her own actions; follows through with commitments


24. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies effective feedback to improve performance; monitors his or her own work to ensure quality


25. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands for one’s time, changes approach or method to fit the situation effectively, is able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events effectively


26. Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity, meets challenges with resourcefulness, generates suggestions for improving work, develops innovative approaches and ideas, and presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention
    

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the Essential Duties and Responsibilities listed above satisfactorily and other duties as assigned. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

1. Education and/or Experience - Doctoral degree or equivalent from an accredited University or more than ten years of directly related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience


2. Language Skills - Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents in English, ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints, ability to write speeches and articles using original or innovative techniques or style, ability to make effective and persuasive speeches and presentations on controversial or complex topics to University students, trustees, other employees and the public


3. Mathematical Skills - Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages and area, ability to apply concepts of basic algebra


4. Reasoning Ability - Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions, ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables in English


5. Computer Skills - To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a good working knowledge of Blackboard software, commonly used Internet browsers and Microsoft Outlook, Excel and Word software.  Also, the individual should have a good working knowledge of AutoCAD, LabVIEW and other appropriate engineering software


6. Licenses - Must be at least 21 years old and maintain a current Texas driver's license to drive any vehicle, including personal vehicles, on behalf of the University when necessary


7. Physical Abilities - The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear.  The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit.  The employee must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include the ability to adjust focus


8. Normal Work Environment - The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock, fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals used to clean and/or renovate buildings and maintain the grounds of the University. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate