Kansas State University

National search announced for Betty L. Tointon dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences

Submitted by Office of the Provost

The Office of the Provost announces a national search for the next Betty L. Tointon dean of the College of Health and Human Sciences at Kansas State University. The university has engaged the services of WittKieffer, an executive search firm, to support the search committee with the process. 

The successful candidate must have the experience and vision to inspire, guide and facilitate the college's strong and diverse faculty and staff in the advancement of high-quality teaching, research, service and extension while providing leadership that assures the integrity, excellence, relevance and success of the college's multifaceted programs for the 21st century. The dean reports directly to the provost and executive vice president, Jesse Perez Mendez, and serves as a member of the Academic Leadership and Deans Councils. 

This position is ideal for a cutting-edge, learner-centric leader with a proven history of successful growth initiatives, strong partnership and collaboration skills, and results-focused leadership. The next dean will be required to sustain and grow the College of Health and Human Sciences' excellence in teaching, research, extension and engagement; promote a team-oriented leadership approach; drive further development and growth in enrollment, disciplines and degrees; and cultivate internal and external partnerships to propel advancement of the college's new strategic plan goals and priorities. The dean must embrace and understand how a range of thought and background among learners, faculty, administration and staff works to strengthen academic programs and enrich the university community.

The full position announcement, including required qualifications, can be found on the provost's website.  

All applications, nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include, as separate documents, a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes of the job profile found within the position announcement. 

For fullest consideration, candidate materials should be received by Dec. 2.

Applications, nominations and inquiries can be directed to Sandra Chu and Corin Edwards at K-StateDeanHHS@wittkieffer.com. 

Campus interviews are anticipated to start in January.