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Dean of the Lance College of Mines and Engineering

Butte, MT

Full Time

Lance College of Mines and Engineering

Experienced

FULL-TIME, FISCAL YEAR, FACULTY, NON-TENURABLE

Applications received by August 21, 2025 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

DUTIES:

As the chief academic and administrative officer of the LCME, the Dean is responsible for the college’s operations, financial and faculty resources, student recruitment, and fundraising. The Dean oversees ten departments and thirteen academic degree programs that include the major engineering branches of Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering; legacy programs in Environmental, Geological, Metallurgical & Materials, Mining, and Petroleum Engineering; and specialty programs in Safety and Industrial Hygiene, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity and Network Administration, and Construction Management.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

An earned doctorate in an engineering discipline from a regionally accredited university and the rank of full professor or credentials commensurate with appointment as a tenurable full professor in the Montana Tech School of Mines and Engineering
Current professional engineering (PE) licensure or ability to obtain PE licensure within one year following appointment
At least four years of university administrative experience at a regionally ABET-accredited academic institution as the chair of an engineering department or as assistant dean or dean.
Administrative experience must include oversight of graduate programs.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Excellent leadership and management abilities that include faculty and technical staff supervision, ABET accreditation guidance, and budget development and administration.
Experience with implementing and employing leading-edge instructional methods and technologies to support teaching and learning.
Ability to obtain external research grants, oversee undergraduate and graduate level research programs, and mentor student researchers

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Superior communication skills, political acuity, and capacity to effectively represent the School of Mines and Engineering to various constituencies, including students, faculty, alumni, the community, and the industries served by the SME
A record of developing constructive and collaborative relationships with departments and faculty in other colleges and other universities
Understanding of the impact and importance of the extractive industries to modern society and commitment to ensuring their future success by addressing challenges in global energy and resource development, management, and distribution.
Proven success in attracting and retaining faculty and students and particularly those from underrepresented populations in engineering
Quantifiable success in developing resources and securing funding for a large, complex organization
Experience in new program development and implementation

For full consideration application materials must be complete.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

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To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to humanresources@mtech.edu. You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

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To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380; cisakson@mtech.edu

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package* which includes:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees
11 Holidays per year
3 weeks of Annual Leave to start
Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included)
Life and Disability Insurance
Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees
Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program
Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees
Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

* Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

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