College of Indigenous Studies (CIS) Dean Search

This role is based at ÐÔÓûÉç, Troth Yeddha’ Campus in Fairbanks, Alaska. It is a full-time, exempt executive position offering a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. ÐÔÓûÉç’s generous compensation includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and their families, and affordable medical, dental, and vision care coverage. Salary is commensurate with the experience required for the job. 

Our Search Committee

  • Sonta Hamilton Roach, Committee Chair
  • Asikluk Topkok
  • Carl Bishop
  • Haley Hanson
  • Alisa Alexander
  • Scott Culbertson

Timeline 

August/September 2024
  • Establish a search committee and finalize the hiring process timeline.
  • Confirm search firm.
October 2024
  • CIS listening sessions with search firm begin to develop position profile.
November 2024
  • Recruitment period opens.
December  2024
  • Recruitment period continues.
January  2025
  • Application period closes.
  • Applicant review begins.
February  2025
  • Applicant review continues.
March  2025
  • Finalist interviews and campus visits

Position Profile

ÐÔÓûÉç invites applications and nominations for the role of Dean, College of Indigenous Studies. The position reports directly to the Vice Chancellor for Rural, Community and Native Education. 

This profile aims to inform nominators and potential candidates about the University of Alaska, the role, and search process. 

This position is open until filled. For full consideration, please apply by January  31, 2025. 

Applications must be submitted through the UA Careers site and must include:

  1. Letter of interest that addresses how the candidate meets the Search Committee’s qualifications as described in the position profile including a diversity statement;
  2. Resume or curriculum vitae;
  3. Three professional references with email addresses and phone numbers provided
        (references will not be contacted without prior permission from the applicant). 

To nominate a colleague or for a confidential discussion about the position, please contact our search firm consultant, Dr. Richard Cummins at rich.cummins@academicsearch.org.  

 

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