Job Details

Dean of the School of Business & Communication

Chaminade University of Honolulu

Seeking a humble, team-driven academic leader to guide our School of Business & Communication with integrity, cultural awareness, and a deep commitment to Chaminade's mission of service.

Chaminade University of Honolulu seeks a leader who will serve as our next Dean of the School of Business & Communication with humility, authenticity and a collaborative spirit. This is a role for someone committed to advancing our shared mission - not building a personal profile. We seek a thoughtful academic leader who values teamwork over ego, does not inflate accomplishments and approaches their work with high levels of integrity, self-awareness and a readiness to learn and grow within a close-knit, mission-driven community.

Rooted in our Marianist and Catholic tradition, Chaminade University is committed to educating the whole person while fostering intellectual growth within a moral and spiritual formation. Our mission and legacy calls us to serve our local community through an education that promotes justice, compassion and civic responsibility. The School of Business & Communication prepares graduates to lead with innovation, ethical decision-making and a deep sense of service to others. The next Dean will steward this mission while preserving a collegial culture in which faculty, staff and students care for one another and for the institution we serve.

The successful candidate will either understand - or have the humility and openness to learn - the cultural context of Hawaii and the values that shape our work here. Reporting to the Provost, the Dean will advance academic quality, strengthen enrollment and develop programs aligned with the needs of Hawaii, our Pacific region and beyond. This role requires building partnerships with alumni, donors, and industry leaders while also stewarding resources with transparency and fiscal discipline as well as operationalizing strategic priorities with clarity and resolve.

We seek a candidate with proven academic leadership experience, meaningful faculty service and the ability to understand the perspectives of both students and faculty. Exceptional communication skills, a collegial disposition, a healthy sense of humor and a commitment to shared governance are essential.

Key priorities include:

• Advancing student success, retention, and graduation
• Expanding enrollment and diversifying program offerings
• Strengthening industry and community partnerships
• Maintaining accreditation and academic excellence
• Building faculty capacity and fostering a culture of teamwork
• Leading with humility, transparency, and service to mission
• Embodying and advancing Chaminade's Marianist and Catholic mission

Qualifications

We seek a humble, collaborative leader with proven administrative achievement in higher education and a deep commitment to Chaminade's Marianist and Catholic mission. The ideal candidate will understand, or be willing to learn, the cultural context of Hawaii and the Pacific Islands and will lead with integrity, humility and a team-centered approach.

Required

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DBA) from an accredited institution
• Experience as a full-time faculty member in Business or a closely related field
• Minimum five years of higher education experience, including significant administrative responsibilities
• Demonstrated leadership, strategic planning and team-building skills
• Compelling evidence of strong communication and interpersonal abilities
• Strong capacity to foster a collegial, inclusive and mission-driven environment
• Significant experience with budgeting, enrollment and recruitment efforts
• Ability to engage effectively with faculty, students, alumni, donors and industry partners

Preferred

• Administrative experience as a Chair, Director Asst/Assoc Dean or Dean
• Experience with accreditation, assessment and new program development
• Experience working in Hawaii or the Pacific Island's region
• Experience working at a Marianist, Catholic or faith-based institution
• Success in fundraising and donor cultivation
• Experience with online learning strategy and delivery
• Track record of working across diverse constituencies to advance institutional goals

Position Information

• Reporting: This position reports to the Provost & Senior Vice President and is a key part of the leadership team. The Dean of Business & Communication serves as a voting member of the Dean's Council, Academic Council and the University's Senior Leadership Council.
• Hours: This is a full time, exempt position with academic rank and faculty retreat rights for qualified applicants. Forty hours per week (M-F) will be the general rule. However, depending on the project cycles and workflow demands of the department, additional hours or workday schedule changes may be occasionally required. Must be willing and able to work occasional nights and weekends and a varying schedule.
• Appointment: Full-time, 12-month, administrative appointment with academic rank and faculty retreat rights for qualified applicants
• Compensation: The University will provide a competitive salary and benefits package. The anticipated salary range for this position is $200,000 to $220,000 annually.

Application Information

• Apply Online: Candidates are encouraged to apply directly online via the Chaminade University of Honolulu website:
• Consultation: Questions and consultations regarding this position should be directed to the Dean of Business & Communication Search Committee Chair, Dr. Janet Davidson, Vice-Provost for Academic Affairs: ...@chaminade.edu.