West Virginia Wesleyan College seeks a dynamic and visionary leader to serve as Director of the Albinson School of Business. This pivotal role will oversee both undergraduate and graduate business programs with a special focus on growing enrollment in the Executive MBA program and developing new, innovative programs to meet workforce needs. The successful candidate will lead efforts towards ACBSP accreditation, foster strategic partnerships with industry, and actively contribute to the implementation of the College’s ambitious new strategic plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strong leadership and vision for the Albinson School of Business, ensuring academic excellence and program growth.
• Oversee all undergraduate and graduate business programs, with a focus on increasing enrollment in the Executive MBA online program and creating new academic offerings aligned with workforce needs.
• Lead and coordinate the efforts to obtain ACBSP accreditation, ensuring program quality and compliance.
• Develop and nurture strategic partnerships with industry stakeholders to enhance experiential learning, internships, and career opportunities for students.
• Collaborate in advancing the College’s new strategic plan, with objectives including regional leadership and influence, workforce readiness, and economic impact.
• Guide program assessment, curriculum review, and the development of innovative academic offerings.
• Support faculty and staff development, including recruitment, mentoring, and evaluation.
• Carry a teaching load as appropriate based on experience and program needs; ability to teach economics required.
• Participate in college-wide service and committee work.

Qualifications:
● Earned doctorate in Business, Management, or related field with graduate-level training in Economics; ideal candidate will possess a PhD or M.A. in Economics
● A proven leader with experience in both higher education administration and practical business settings.
● Demonstrated success in managing undergraduate and graduate business programs, preferably with experience in online program enrollment growth.
● Knowledge of and experience with accreditation processes, ideally including ACBSP.
● Strong skills in partnership development and program innovation.
Preferred Attributes:
● A dynamic and collaborative leadership style that inspires faculty, staff, students, and external partners.
● Experience with implementing innovative academic programs and solutions in business education.
● Visionary thinking aligned with regional economic development and workforce readiness goals.

The Director of the Albinson School of Business will play a key role in shaping the future of business education at WVWC, driving growth, academic quality, and meaningful connections with the broader community.

Founded in 1890, West Virginia Wesleyan is a private residential liberal arts and sciences college located in the foothills of the Appalachians in Buckhannon, WV, named one of the “100 Best Small Towns in America.” The College is related to the United Methodist Church, with a curriculum committed to intellectual rigor, self-discovery, human dignity, mutual support, social justice, self-discipline, mental and physical wellness, the appreciation of diversity and the natural world, and the judicious use of resources. The College has over 40 undergraduate academic majors, six graduate programs, 21 NCAA Division II sports, comprehensive student life, community engagement, and outdoor recreational programs.

Review of applications will begin immediately. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. To apply, e-mail a single PDF containing a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts (can be unofficial), and contact information for three references.
Application materials should be sent to Dr. Lynn M. Linder, Provost at academicaffairs@wvwc.edu. Prior to a final offer of employment, the selected candidate will be required to submit to a background check.

West Virginia Wesleyan College does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, national or ethnic origin, creed, ancestry, marital/family status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, religion, age, disability or blindness, or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal law , to include Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Section 504, and the Age Discrimination Act, in the administration of its admission policies, scholarship and loan programs, educational programs, employment, athletic programs, co-curricular activities, or other College administered programs. WVWC’s nondiscrimination polices may be accessed at https://www.wvwc.edu/title-ix/. For inquiries about the application of these laws in WVWC’s programs activities or to file a report, contact the Title IX Coordinator at titleix@wvwc.edu or 304-621-1316.