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Description Title: Graduate Division Dean Hiring Unit: Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship Position Number: 0089040 Date Posted: June 10, 2026 Closing Date: Continuous recruitment. For first consideration, submit an application by July 10, 2026. Review of applications will begin on or about July 24, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled.

Employee Type: Executive/Managerial (E/M) INTRODUCTION The Graduate Division Dean serves as a senior campus executive and as the chief advocate for graduate education, balancing the needs of students with a range of institutional priorities. The Dean provides visionary, student-centric leadership for a strategic unit focused on research and scholarly excellence, student success, and professional development. Reporting to the Office of the Vice Provost for Research and Scholarship (OVPRS), the Dean bridges the gap between the research enterprise and academic instruction to advance UH Manoa's mission as a premier R1 research institution.

In this capacity, the Dean ensures that the university not only maintains its global standing in research and innovation, but also equips students with the skills and adaptability required to thrive in the modern workforce, including academic, professional, and industry based career pathways. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Provide strategic, academic, and administrative leadership for the Graduate Division, shaping the direction of graduate and advanced studies across the Manoa campus. Collaborate with campus leadership to shape the future landscape of graduate studies, prioritizing the advancement of institutional research excellence and competitiveness, the pursuit of new streams of funding to support doctoral research programs and strategic priorities, and the expansion of professional degree programs, while leveraging opportunities presented by emerging educational technologies.

Represent graduate education in institutional governance, partnering with university leadership, school deans, faculty leaders, campus partners, and external stakeholders, in collaboration with Alumni Relations and Development and with the Graduate Student Organization. Lead the design and execution of strategic initiatives to optimize the graduate student lifecycle spanning recruitment, onboarding, and retention using graduate education data and best practices to reform policies while ensuring graduates are prepared for both high-level research and the evolving workforce. Provide faculty and chairs with the training necessary to support students, and to foster a culture of scholarly excellence, supportive mentorship, and belonging.

Facilitate ongoing consultation with Graduate and Department chairs, faculty, and students to develop, update, and maintain program specific policies and procedures to ensure consistency and transparency in program requirements and to support completion and professional development. Lead financial and operational oversight of a complex portfolio, covering graduate financial aid, admissions strategy, resource planning in partnership with senior leadership, and assist in fundraising efforts. Identify and mitigate through policy development/revision/enhancement and training, any areas of risk and developing risk to the University, e.g., legal, financial, reputation, and compliance risk, and ensure the team is aware and focused on addressing the same

Adhere to applicable laws, regulations, policies, and procedures of the University, raise awareness of the same among staff, and direct them in such a way that University compliance requirements are met. Performs other duties as assigned. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Doctorate (PhD/EdD) or terminal degree from an accredited institution.

Academic rank of full professor or demonstrated record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment. Five (5) years of demonstrated leadership in graduate education through significant experience working with students at the individual, programmatic, and institutional levels. Comprehensive understanding of the diverse landscape of graduate education, including the management of research-focused, professional, and accelerated degree pathways.

A proven track record of diplomatic leadership within a shared governance model, demonstrating the ability to navigate complex institutional structures and mediate between the competing needs of faculty, administration, and students, whilst at the same time recognizing that leadership requires the leader to take ownership of difficult decisions. A demonstrated commitment to research and scholarly excellence, academic excellence, access, and graduate student success across the full range of disciplines, training models, and career pathways overseen by the Graduate Division. Experience improving recruitment, retention, and graduation of student populations.

Demonstrated expertise in navigating the evolving landscape of graduate education, including a proactive record of integrating emerging educational technologies and digital literacies into research practices and graduate programming to enhance student workforce readiness. Ability to comprehend and interpret administrative directives and guidance to ensure IT operations align with organizational standards and industry best practices. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS Strong organizational and financial management skills, with the ability to steward resources effectively.

Demonstrated ability to build partnerships with external stakeholders, including industry, government, alumni, and community organizations. Experience participating in graduate program reviews and accreditation processes. Experience working constructively in a unionized environment and supporting collective bargaining processes.

Experience supporting indigenous and underrepresented groups (faculty and staff). Ability to communicate effectively with internal and external constituencies orally and in writing in a professional manner, with tact and diplomacy. Experience with emerging technologies in higher education, including their implications for graduate education, workforce preparation, university policy, data privacy, academic integrity, compliance, and the regulatory landscape.

To Apply: A NEOGOV account must be established, and then candidates may attach the following to the online application: (1) A cover letter describing how you met the qualifications up to four (4) pages, and (2) A current curriculum vitae, and (3) Names and contact information of three (3) professional references. (Note: Original official transcripts are required at time of hire. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate.

A background check will be made prior to employment. Nominations & Inquiries please contact Linda Voong, Executive Search Coordinator at uhmexec@hawaii.edu. EEO, Clery Act, ADA The University of Hawai'i is an Equal Opportunity Institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in employment, including on the basis of veteran and disability status

For more information, visit: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/policies/ Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks. In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawai'i may be viewed at: https://www.hawaii.edu/titleix/help/campus-security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office. Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly. Determination on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. For further information, please refer to the following link: https://www.hawaii.edu/offices/eeo/accommodation-request/