Director, School of Visual Arts, College of Arts and Architecture

The School of Visual Arts in the College of Arts and Architecture at Penn State University invites applications for the Director of the School of Visual Arts. The Director will lead the School in support of the School, College, and University strategic plans, and will be responsible for facilitating a respectful and collegial work environment, overseeing faculty and staff, and managing the School's budget and resources.

Requirements

• Terminal degree in visual art or art education (MFA, PhD, EdD, or equivalent)
• Full Professor; Tenured (or equivalent experience)
• College-level teaching experience
• Three years leadership or administrative experience within a department or school
• Demonstrated record of national or international achievement, excellence, and impact in research and/or creative activity, teaching, and/or professional service or outreach
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with personnel management
• Demonstrated efficacy and skill with managing academic budgets
• Experience mentoring faculty and graduate students
• Commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration in research, creative activity, teaching, and/or service within and beyond the university
• Demonstrated success in securing external funding

Benefits

• Generous 75% tuition discount
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Robust retirement plans