Dean of the School of Continuing Education and Special Programs
The University of South Alabama
The University of South Alabama invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the
School of Continuing Education and Special Programs (SCESP). Rank, salary and tenure status will be
commensurate with experience and qualifications. The University of South Alabama is a
comprehensive institution whose focus is on excellence in teaching, research, clinical care, and
community service.
The SCESP facilitates external outreach for the University and provides a broad range of both credit
and noncredit programs. The SCESP organizational structure includes the Departments of
Interdisciplinary Studies, Developmental Studies, English as a Second Language and Hospitality and
Tourism Management. The SCESP also provides outreach through the Center for Continuing
Education and Conference Services, and the Office of International Education.
The Dean of the School of Continuing Education and Special Programs (SCESP) will be responsible for
all phases of administration for the SCESP and will report to the Provost and Senior Vice President for
Academic Affairs.
The University is located in Mobile, Alabama on the upper Gulf Coast. Mobile is a historically and
culturally rich urban area which has been named as one of America’s Best Performing Cities and is
among the Best Cities to Live and Play. The city is located on the Mobile Bay, celebrates Mardi Gras,
is home to a professional symphony and opera and is just a short drive away from the sugar-sand
beaches of the Alabama Gulf Coast.
The candidate must be a dynamic and innovative leader with a proven track record of success.
Candidates for the position must have a graduate degree (doctorate preferred) in a relevant field and a
level of academic experience that would merit the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
Nominations and/or applications should be sent to:
Dr. Julio F. Turrens
Interim Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs
jturrens@southalabama.edu
AD 300
University of South Alabama
Mobile, Alabama 36688
Applications should include a letter of interest, a current Vitae and the names of at least three
references.
Applicants invited for an on-campus interview will be asked to provide three original signed letters of
recommendation and official graduate and undergraduate transcripts.
The search committee will start reviewing applications on March 28 and continue until the position is
filled.
The University of South Alabama is an EO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity and
gender expression), religion, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.