Idaho State University (ISU) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Business. Reporting directly to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean is a member of the Academic Deans Council and provides academic leadership and executive management of the College. The Dean supervises department chairs and directors of the academic programs and centers within the College, as well as the staff of the Office of the Dean, including the associate dean, academic advising, finance and administration, marketing and communications and development – all of whom play a vital role in executing the mission of the College and University.
The Idaho State University College of Business provides a stage for an unforgettable college experience with opportunities centered around real-world application. Within the College’s seven majors and three graduate degrees, students dive into an education built on experiential learning and a career-ready culture. The departments of the College of Business include accounting, economics, finance, general business, healthcare administration, management and marketing. Graduate degrees are offered in accounting, business administration and healthcare administration. The individual strengths of these programs combine to create a college that develops outstanding, effective and ethical business professionals.
ISU is a collegial and collaborative campus, where the faculty and staff take a genuine interest in advancing the success of their students. The next Dean of the College of Business will also build upon a strong foundation of expansion and forward-looking energy, working with faculty, staff, and administrators as well as students, alumni and external partners to establish a shared vision that will inspire all of the College’s stakeholders by drawing on its many strengths and traditions while promoting new and exciting opportunities for future success.
Professional qualifications for the position include but are not limited to: an earned doctorate in an area related to one of the College’s disciplines, along with a record as an educator and scholar with accomplishments sufficient to merit appointment as a full professor; an appreciation of shared governance; experience in budget planning and management; an understanding of current trends in business and education with a commitment to the College remaining competitive and responding to the needs of a rapidly changing academic and business landscape; direct experience in a corporate environment is a plus.
A complete Leadership Profile with additional information may be found above.
Review of applications for the Dean of Business will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. To assure full consideration, applications should be received by October 3, 2025, and must include:
Idaho State University is being assisted by AGB Search. Application materials should be submitted through the AGB Search portal system here: Idaho State University Dean of Business
Please direct nominations and expressions of interest or any questions regarding the application process to: ISUDOB@agbsearch.com
Frederick V. Moore, J.D./M.B.A.
Executive Search Consultant
fred.moore@agbsearch.com
(712) 299-2544
Concetta M. Stewart, Ph.D.
Principal
concetta.stewart@agbsearch.com
(908) 341-2178
Idaho State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. ISU follows Executive Order 11246 Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. Please call Disability Services at (208) 282-3599 or email disabilityservices@isu.edu.
