Job Description
Position Dean, Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences
Department Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences
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Starting Date ASAP
Responsibilities Midwestern State University (MSU Texas) invites nominations and expressions of interest for the Dean of the Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences position. The starting date is negotiable, but no later than August 1, 2026.
The Dean's duties will include working with the chairs and faculty of the Prothro-Yeager college departments to support the department, college, and university's enrollment and retention goals. The Dean will also engage with Academic Affairs to accomplish the campus goals to educate, support, and serve as described in the 2025-2030 strategic plan .
First, the Dean will collaborate across the university to support institutional efforts to educate and engage students by utilizing high-quality programs and practices that begin with recruitment and follow through to career placement. Second, the Dean will support scholarly and creative works, professional development of faculty and staff, and leadership training in the College. Finally, the Dean will help MSU serve the community as a partner and pillar through work in the North Texas area, with local organizations and businesses, through external collaborations, and with alumni.
The Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities and Social Sciences comprises six academic departments of English, Humanities and Philosophy; History; Psychology; Political Science; Sociology; and World Languages and Cultures. Each department offers majors, minors, and core curriculum courses. The College supports approximately 370 majors and has high service to students campus-wide through core courses. The College also serves the Wichita Falls community by offering dual-credit courses to high school students.
Requirements Required qualifications:
• Earned doctorate in one of the College disciplines;
• Established record of effective teaching and current scholarly activity that warrants appointment as a tenured associate or full Professor in the College;
• Academic, administrative, and fiscal management experience;
• Experience in successful enrollment and retention initiatives;
• Knowledge of current trends and issues in higher education and the humanities;
• Strong leadership, student advocacy, and communication skills;
Standard Requirements Requires the ability to maintain positive working relationships with students, faculty, staff, and the community. Must adhere to University's core values: People-Centered, Community, Integrity, Visionary, and Connections, per the MSU Texas Values Journey. Personal cell phone usage may be required to complete position duties, including multi-function authentication requirements. Regular reliable attendance is required.
This position is designated as security sensitive (Mod) and requires a criminal background check. Position is designated as a Responsible Employee as outlined by Title IX. May serve as Campus Security Authority as outlined by the Clery Act.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
To Apply: Qualified candidates should email a substantive letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least four professional references to PYCHSS Dean Search Committee at provostoffice@msutexas.edu
Application review begins March 2, 2026; the position will remain open until an offer is made and accepted.
Please send information to the contact listed below.
Contact Information Mailing Address
PYCHSS Dean Search Committee,
MSU Texas
Prothro-Yeager College of Humanities & Social Sciences
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
For More Information
PYCHSS Dean Search Committee
provostoffice@msutexas.edu
University Information University Information
MSU Texas
3410 Taft Blvd.
Wichita Falls, TX 76308-2099
About MSU Established in 1922, Midwestern State University is a public university in Wichita Falls, Texas, located halfway between Oklahoma City and the Dallas-Fort Worth metroplex. The university has an average enrollment of 5,800 students, with approximately 20% enrolled in graduate programs. Rooted in a values-based culture, Midwestern State University aims to empower students and our community through a commitment to academic excellence, personal growth, and a culture of lifelong learning, inquiry, and innovation. The university is strongly committed to serving first-generation students and those receiving financial assistance.
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Last Modified: 01/15/2026
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