Dean of the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions

The University of Hartford (Uhart) invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions (ENHP).

Located in Hartford, Connecticut, the University of Hartford is a comprehensive private university founded more than 60 years ago focused on advancing the public good through meaningful connections within its communities. The University offers more than 100 undergraduate and 46 graduate-level degree programs, seven associate degree programs, and 40 certificate and diploma programs.

The Dean will report to the Provost and serve as a collaborative and creative colleague on the Council of Deans, working together to advance the strategic objectives of UHart as a whole. The Dean will oversee a College comprising approximately 58 full-time and
124 part-time faculty, 942 undergraduate and 587graduate students, and 15 full-time staff.

The next Dean of the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions will be experienced and credentialed in a health-related field with a strong understanding of the education discipline, and significant leadership experience. The ideal candidate will possess the terminal degree within their field and a record of academic and administrative accomplishment commensurate with the rank of full professor.

A complete leadership profile with additional information about the University of Hartford and the responsibilities of the position may be found above.

Nominations and Applications

Applications for the University of Hartford – Dean of the College of Education, Nursing and Health Professions will be received and considered until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by January 30, 2026, and must include the following:

• A letter of interest stating how the candidate’s experience and qualifications connect with the desired leadership attributes and themes stated in the profile;
• A résumé or curriculum vitae; and
• The contact information (email addresses and phone numbers) for five professional references, including their relationship to the candidate. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the candidate.

All application materials will be received in full confidence and should be submitted in PDF format through the AGB Search portal system at: University of Hartford - Dean College of ENHP.

Please direct any nominations, expressions of interest or questions regarding the application process to Hartford-DeanENHP@agbsearch.com or to the AGB Search team.

Margaret (Peggy) Plympton, Ed.D.
Principal
Margaret.plympton@agbsearch.com
(484) 554-4542

Concetta M. Stewart
Principal
Concetta.stewart@agbsearch.com
(908) 341-2178

The University of Hartford is an equal employment opportunity employer. Faculty and staff are selected on the basis of qualifications and work experience. The University recruits, hires, trains, and promotes the most qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or veteran status, or any other protected class under applicable law.