ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

POSITION: Dean of the Seminary and University Vice President

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Doctoral degree in a discipline related to theological education
  • Leadership and administrative expertise
  • Experience in church ministry and teaching in higher education
  • Creative leadership in curriculum development
  • Membership in a Mennonite church
  • Commitment to the mission of Mennonite/Anabaptist higher education

RESPONSIBILITIES: This position provides leadership and oversight for all seminary programs and faculty. The successful candidate will promote the philosophy, program quality and objectives of the seminary in maintaining academic standards, advancing institutional purposes and leading faculty recruitment. The Seminary Dean supervises all administrative staff in the seminary either directly or through delegation. As University Vice President, the dean is a member of the President’s Cabinet and represents the seminary in administrative matters through the regular channels of EMU. The Seminary Dean, along with the President, represents the seminary to the church constituencies and in theological education circles.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Provost

POSITION DETAILS: Twelve-month, full-time position. Remuneration and benefits commensurate with experience and in accordance with the administrative pay scale.

BEGINNING DATE: July 1, 2010

INQUIRIES: Send letter of application, and curriculum vitae or resume to:

Fred L. Kniss, Provost
Eastern Mennonite University
1200 Park Road
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
provost@emu.edu

DEADLINE: The search committee will begin reviewing applications November 1, 2009.. The search will continue until the position is filled.

Persons who bring diversity are encouraged to apply. EMU is an equal opportunity employer.

Eastern Mennonite University conducts criminal background investigations as part of the hiring process.

Eastern Mennonite University complies with federal and state requirements for non-discrimination in employment with regard to sex, age, race, color, disability, national and ethnic origin.