Dean

Baruch College seeks a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and strategic leader to serve as the next Dean of the Mildred and George Weissman School of Arts and Sciences ("Weissman" or "the School"). Located in the heart of New York City, Baruch College ("Baruch") has delivered on its mission of excellence, access, and outcomes since its founding in 1847 as part of what is now the City University of New York system. As the liberal arts core of Baruch College, the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences is dedicated to a liberal arts and sciences education focused on critical thinking and engaged learning for all Baruch students.

A leader in advancing social and economic mobility, Baruch College is known for its rigorous academic programs and affordability for students historically underserved by higher education. For its rare combination of excellence and access, it has repeatedly ranked first on CollegeNET’s annual Social Mobility Index. U.S. News & World Report places Baruch in the top 10 for “Least Amount of Debt at Graduation” among regional universities in the North, and Money Magazine gave the College top ratings on its annual “Best Colleges” list in 2024. The Wall Street Journal ranked Baruch No. 1 among public colleges in the Northeast and No. 1 in the nation for best value—for the second year in a row—reinforcing the College’s growing national reputation for providing an exceptional education at an accessible price.

Baruch enrolls approximately 20,000 students across its three schools. The Weissman School of Arts and Sciences serves a critical role for the College as the provider of the core undergraduate curriculum for the entire College. Over 4,000 students are enrolled in Weissman degree programs, and all Baruch undergraduate students who enter as first-year students are required to complete at least half of their coursework through the Weissman School of Arts and Sciences. In addition to its 3,826 undergraduate students, the Weissman School offers six Master’s programs, providing students with intellectually rigorous, engaging experiences, and close mentoring from a caring and accomplished faculty. 

As a member of the College’s senior leadership team, the Dean reports to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and is a member of the Baruch College President's Cabinet. The Dean is responsible for providing strategic vision and collaborative leadership for the Weissman School while advancing the broader mission of Baruch College. The Dean sets standards for intellectual engagement and academic excellence; leads planning and development; ensures assessment and accreditation of the School and its academic programs; champions interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation; supports faculty scholarship and student success; and builds external partnerships that benefit the School and the College as a whole.

The salary range for this position is $210,000–$251,000. CUNY offers a generous benefits package including health, retirement, and paid leave programs. Baruch College faculty and staff enjoy access to world-class academic, cultural, and recreational resources in one of the most dynamic cities in the world.

Please direct all inquiries and nominations, in confidence, electronically below. All applications must be submitted through the CUNY website.

Keight Tucker Kennedy is leading this search with Diana Carmona.