Founding Dean for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine **University of Dubuque** 1 Positions ID: dzR0MFdRZWttMGJJbmRm Posted On 04/21/2025 **Job Overview** Founded in 1852, the University of Dubuque (the "University") is a growing, private faith-based University in Northeast Iowa. The **Founding Dean for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM)** is the academic leader for the COM who works with a committed team of higher education professionals to provide leadership and service. **Position Summary:** The Dean will be principally responsible for the development, administration, growth, and quality of all of the COM's academic program(s) and related areas of operation. **Position Description:** This Dean should have an informed vision of what skills, expertise and knowledge will be needed by the osteopathic physician of the future and the curriculum and educational environments needed to provide these. The Dean will need to satisfy all requirements for the position as prescribed by the American Osteopathic Association's Commission on Osteopathic College Accreditation (AOA-COCA) and as established by the COM governing bodies and jurisdictional supervisors. **Qualifications:** The Dean must be qualified for the position by education, training, and experience to provide effective leadership in education, scholarly activity, and patient care for the COM. Those qualities include: + A team player who values collaboration, mutual support, and team cohesion. + Experience as a dean of a college of osteopathic medicine for at least 5 years or demonstrated progressive leadership with Undergraduate Medical Education (UME). + Experience in budget management authority, admissions, student disciplinary situations, GME, accreditation, and scholarly activity over the past 5 consecutive years. + Relevant training and experience (this experience will usually include but is not limited to: Dean, associate dean, assistant dean, or chair of an academic unit at a college of osteopathic medicine, college of allopathic medicine, military or public health facility). + An earned Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) degree from an AOA-COCA accredited college of osteopathic medicine. + A current unrestricted medical license that has been free of any disciplinary actions or sanctions throughout the period of licensure. The Dean must demonstrate this via the Federation Credentials Verification Service (FCVS databank report). + Received AOA and/or ABMS board certification at some time in his/her primary specialty. + The ability to articulate and advance the Christian mission of the University. + As the Chief Academic Officer of the COM, the Dean must be able to demonstrate the "Competencies of a Chief Academic Officer" as prescribed by AOA-COCA. To apply with a growing faith based University for the **Founding Dean for the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine** **position** , please submit a cover letter, resume, three professional references, and UD employment application, located on our website ( http://www.dbq.edu/AboutUD/Employment/Jobs/ ) or submit materials to HR@dbq.edu . **Non Discrimination Statement** It is the firm policy of the John and Alice Butler College of Osteopathic Medicine (proposed) at the University of Dubuque not to discriminate on the basis of basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disabilities. It is a violation of COM policy to discriminate in the selection of administrative personnel, faculty and staff, and students, the provision of employment opportunities, benefits or privileges; to create discriminatory work conditions; or to use discriminatory evaluative standards in employment if the basis of that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, religion, national origin, age or disabilities. Further, it is a violation of COM Policy to discriminate in the selection of administrative personnel, faculty and staff, and students if the basis of that discriminatory treatment is, in whole or in part, genetic information or marital status in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students. Discrimination of this kind may also be strictly prohibited by a variety of federal, state and local laws. For more information regarding the Jeanne Clery Act, please go to www.dbq.edu/SafetySecurity/JeanneCleryAct/ . Primary Contact 11888 Julie MacTaggart Director of Human Resources, HR 563-589-3619 Phone Phone Phone 563-589-3682 Fax jmactaggart@dbq.edu Email True False True **Job Details** Categories Education Location Dubuque, IA Job Type Employee Full/Part Company ID 1313 Job REQ # dzR0MFdRZWttMGJJbmRmeVdnUTZrcEJNcXRsdEwzcjVrZ2w0NUh1T2ZSZW5oais2bSt6NlFqR2FsWWNIQ3hCTUZzOWZESVhwQ3RvWW5jY1JnUlZoQlB2VkRhNC8wYkk1b3RRODNKNTNpK2s9 \# Positions 1 Start Date 20250421 End Date 20250602 Featured Job TH Ad TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Material Handler Express Employment Professionals Workers Compensation Claims Adjuster (California E Cottingham & Butler/ SISCO Assistant Director of Clinical Education- Physical Clarke University Assistant Professor of Finance Loras College Graduate Assistant for Strength and Conditioning University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Women's Wrestling University of Dubuque Graduate Assistant for Men's Wrestling University of Dubuque Part-time Adjunct Faculty for the LIFE Program - C University of Dubuque Sales and Estimator - Manufacturing Sedona Staffing Services Professional Engineer - Civil (Direct Hire) Sedona Staffing Services **Share this Job** University of Dubuque **About the Company** **About the University of Dubuque** The University of Dubuque is a private, Presbyterian, coeducational, professional university with a foundation in the liberal arts. Our commitment is to nurturing the mind, body, and spirit as well as encouraging students to explore their fullest potential, is part of a rich Christian identity that dates back to the University's founding in 1852. Our welcoming interfaith community of 2000 students attracts young men and women from across the country and around the globe who seek the knowledge and the skills to make a difference in our ever-changing world. Within a values and faith base, we offer you an array of perspectives and broad exposure to our truly global society. The University comprises the undergraduate college, the graduate school, and the theological seminary. **Mission and Vision** The University of Dubuque is a private university offering undergraduate, graduate, and theological seminary degrees, and other educational opportunities with the intention of educating and forming the whole person. The University is comprised of individuals from the region, our nation, and the world. As a community, the University practices its Christian commitments by educating students, pursuing excellence in scholarship, challenging students to live lives of worth and purpose, and preparing students for service to the church and the world. Therefore, the University of Dubuque is committed to: + A hospitable Christian environment which respects other faith traditions; + Relationships which encourage intellectual, spiritual, and moral development; + Excellence in academic inquiry and professional preparation; + A diverse and equitable community where Christian love is practiced; + Stewardship of all God’s human and natural resources; + Zeal for life-long learning and service.