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Provost and Dean of the College www.eureka.edu
Position—The Provost and Dean of the College serves as the chief academic officer and reports directly to the President. The College—Focused on “excellence in learning, service, and leadership,” Eureka currently has nearly 700 students enrolled in 23 undergraduate degree programs. The College was named to the President’s Higher Education Community Service Honor Roll for three consecutive years, rated No. 1 in the Midwest on the US News “Great Schools, Great Prices” best value list twice, and is cited as one of fifty national “All-American Colleges” by the Intercollegiate Studies Institute. Chartered in 1855 by abolitionists who were members of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), Eureka provides a non-sectarian liberal arts education and was the first college in Illinois and the third in the nation to admit men and women on an equal basis—access to and affordability of educational opportunity continues to be a focus of the College. Alumni include forty-two college presidents, seven governors and members of Congress, and the 40th President of the United States. The town of Eureka offers the ambiance of a small town combined with easy access to the amenities of metropolitan areas. Eureka’s mid-state region is Illinois’ largest business and commercial center outside Chicago. Nearby Peoria, Bloomington, and Normal, Illinois offer a wide range of cultural opportunities, with Chicago and St. Louis less than three hours away. Two private universities and a state university are within a 30 mile radius. Position Requirements—The successful applicant will have a terminal degree in an academic field; a record of excellence in college teaching as well as in scholarship/creative activity; and a record of advancement in administration that includes personnel evaluation (rank/tenure), budget/strategic planning, and outstanding communication skills. Applicants must demonstrate their commitment to collegial and collaborative leadership, the liberal arts, and the teacher-scholar model of faculty professional development. Preference will be given to candidates who have one or more of the following: administrative experience beyond a single discipline/department; development of new academic programs, especially programs designed for returning adult students; teaching in a liberal arts setting; experience with student affairs, residential life, or first year programs; and grant writing. Nominations/applications—Eureka College is being assisted by the partners of Hyatt - Fennell. Nominations and application materials should be submitted via email to Eureka@hyatt-fennell.com. Applications include a letter of interest, a current résumé/cv, and contact information for five professional references. Review of applications will begin January 17, 2014. All applications and nominations will be considered highly confidential.
Cheryl Hyatt Eureka@hyatt-fennell.com
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