Dean of the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences Position Available In New York, New York

Dean of the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences

• POSITION DETAILS

• “At Baruch College we believe that student success is everyone’s responsibility” Baruch College seeks a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and strategic leader to serve as the next Dean of the Mildred and George Weissman School of Arts and Sciences (“Weissman” or “the School”).

Located in the heart of New York City, Baruch College (“Baruch”) has delivered on its mission of excellence, access, and outcomes since its founding in 1847 as part of what is now the City University of New York system. As the liberal arts core of Baruch College, the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences is dedicated to a liberal arts and sciences education focused on critical thinking and engaged learning for all Baruch students. A leader in advancing social and economic mobility, Baruch College is known for its rigorous academic programs and affordability for students historically underserved by higher education. For its rare combination of excellence and access, it has repeatedly ranked first on CollegeNET’s annual Social Mobility Index. U.S. News & World Report places Baruch in the top 10 for “Least Amount of Debt at Graduation” among regional universities in the North, and Money Magazine gave the College top ratings on its annual “Best Colleges” list in 2024. Most recently, The Wall Street Journal ranked Baruch No. 1 among public colleges in the Northeast and No. 1 in the nation for best value—for the second year in a row—reinforcing the College’s growing national reputation for providing an exceptional education at an accessible price. Baruch enrolls approximately 20,000 students across its three schools. The Weissman School of Arts and Sciences serves a critical role for the College as the provider of the core undergraduate curriculum for the entire College. Over 4,000 students are enrolled in Weissman degree programs, and all Baruch undergraduate students who enter as first-year students are required to complete at least half of their coursework through the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences. In addition to its 3,826 undergraduate students, the Weissman School offers six Master’s programs, providing students with intellectually rigorous, engaging experiences, and close mentoring from a caring and accomplished faculty. As a member of the College’s senior leadership team, the Dean reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and is a member of the Baruch College President’s Cabinet. The Dean is responsible for providing strategic vision and collaborative leadership for the Weissman School while advancing the broader mission of Baruch College. The Dean sets standards for intellectual engagement and academic excellence; leads planning and development; ensures assessment and accreditation of the School and its academic programs; champions interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation; supports faculty scholarship and student success; and builds external partnerships that benefit the School and the College as a whole.

• QUALIFICATIONS

• This position is in CUNY’s Executive Compensation Plan.

All executive positions require a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and eight years’ related experience. Additional qualifications are defined below by the College.

Other Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will hold academic credentials commensurate with a tenured appointment at the rank of Professor in the Weissman Schooland and demonstrate many of the following:

• Deep commitment to liberal arts education in a public university setting
• Significant leadership and administrative experience in a complex academic environment
• Proven ability to build collaborative relationships across schools and units
• Strong management, communication, and decision-making skills
• Experience using data to guide strategic planning and resource allocation
• Commitment to faculty development, scholarship, and interdisciplinary teaching
• Experience with program assessment, accreditation, and academic innovation
• Success in building partnerships with external stakeholders
• Fundraising experience or potential, especially in a campaign setting

• CUNY TITLE

• Dean

• COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• $210,000 – $251,000; commensurate with qualifications and experience.

CUNY’s benefits contribute significantly to total compensation, supporting health and wellness, financial well-being, and professional development. We offer a range of health plans, competitive retirement/pension benefits and savings plans, tuition waivers for CUNY graduate study and generous paid time off. Our staff also benefits from the extensive academic, arts, and athletic programs on our campuses and the opportunity to participate in a lively, diverse academic community in one of the greatest cities in the world.

• HOW TO APPLY

• Visit www.

cuny.edu, access the employment page, log in or create a new user account, and search for this vacancy using the Job ID or Title. Select “” and provide the requested information. Candidates must attach a resume, and cover letter. Baruch College has retained the services of Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in conducting this important search. All inquiries, applications, and nominations should be directed in confidence to the search firm at https://www.imsearch.com/open-searches/baruch-college-weissman-school-arts-and-sciences/dean

• CLOSING DATE

• Open until filled; review of applications begins September 15, 2025.

• JOB SEARCH CATEGORY

• CUNY Job Posting:

  Executive

• EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

• CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply.

At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job

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Location Baruch College