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Associate/Full Professor - Director for School of Built Environment

Position Number: 9918826
Location: Bowling Green, United States
Position Type: Deans - Other

Associate/Full Professor - Director for School of Built Environment

Bowling Green State University

Salary: Depends on Qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time Faculty
Division: College of Engineering and Innovation
Opening Date: 10/23/2026
Location: Main Campus (BG), OH
Job Number: BGSU02063
Department: College of Engineering and Innovation
Closing:

Summary

The College of Engineering and Innovation (CEI) at Bowling Green State University invites applications for the position of Director of the School of the Built Environment for appointment at the tenured Associate or Full Professor level. Given that the School comprises two growing departments - Architecture and Environmental Design, and Construction Management - the Director should recognize and value the distinct strengths of each discipline while continuing to cultivate collaboration and synergy across them. We seek a leader who strengthens our values of collegiality, trust, respect, and collaboration. The position has an expected start date of July 1, 2027.

Information about the School, College, University, and Community

School of the Built Environment

The School of the Built Environment (SBE) capitalizes on the integration between architecture and construction management, where students in the two disciplines learn and collaborate, much as architects and construction managers do in their careers. The SBE offers undergraduate and graduate programs through two departments, the Department of Architecture and Environmental Design, and the Department of Construction Management, both housed in Kokosing Hall. The Master of Architecture program is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB), and the B.S. in Construction Management is accredited by the American Council for Construction Education (ACCE). The SBE has 16 full-time faculty and staff, complemented with professional adjunct instructors; they teach and mentor approximately 500 students. The SBE has experienced substantial enrollment growth during the last five years, more than doubling in size since 2022. The School Director would lead a distinctive school with accredited professional programs, conducive facilities, and strong industry connections.

College of Engineering and Innovation

The SBE is one of three schools in the College of Engineering and Innovation (CEI), alongside the School of Aviation and the School of Engineering. Together they offer 21 undergraduate and graduate programs. The College has made experiential learning a pillar of its identity: the CEI's nationally accredited cooperative education program has placed students with more than 5,000 companies since its founding. The new Technology Engineering Innovation Center adds collaborative labs and industry grade equipment to the College's facilities. The College is also in a period of growth: the School of Aviation runs Ohio's largest flight program through a partnership with the Bowling Green Flight Center and an airport on campus, and the School of Engineering, reconfigured in 2023, has added degrees in robotics, mechanical and manufacturing, and electronic and computer engineering.

The College has developed a statement of vision, mission, and core values to guide its work. Its vision states that "The College aspires to lead by driving the societal, economic and environmental vitality of the region, the nation, and the world through creative and impactful engagement in teaching, experiential learning, scholarship and research." Its mission reads: "The College cultivates a vibrant learning and scholarly environment founded on collaborative programs and industry partnerships that engage our students and our community in critical thinking, creative problem-solving and lifelong learning." Six core values put that mission into practice: a student experience centered on success and career readiness; a collaborative community that recognizes and develops the strengths of its faculty and staff; multidisciplinary, accredited curricula strengthened by practical experience tied to industry and by cooperative education; fundamental and applied research conducted with students, industry, and the community; facilities that integrate emerging technologies to support teaching, workforce development, and research; and partnerships that prepare professionals and inspire the next generation of innovators.

Bowling Green State University

The CEI is part of Bowling Green State University (BGSU), a comprehensive, high research university in northwestern Ohio. As a "Public University for the Public Good," BGSU is committed to driving economic and cultural vitality in the region and beyond. Through innovative teaching, research and creative activities, BGSU fosters a collaborative and inclusive learning community where inspired ideas, knowledge and achievements support the region, state and nation. More than 760 talented and passionate faculty members teach across more than 200 undergraduate majors and programs, 17 doctoral programs, and 57 master's programs. A focus on promoting research, scholarship, and creative activities has resulted in a significant increase in extramural funding over the past several years.

Guided by Forward, BGSU's strategic plan, the University is focused on redefining student success. For the fifth year in a row, The Wall Street Journal ranks BGSU as the No. 1 public university in the Midwest that students would choose again. BGSU also holds the Wall Street Journal distinction of being the No. 1 public university in Ohio for the student experience.

Bowling Green, the county seat and largest city of Wood County, is consistently ranked one of America's best college towns. Its historic downtown is walkable and rich with local cafs and shops. Toledo is 30 minutes and Detroit is about an hour away, with Columbus and Cleveland within easy reach by car. Interstate 75 directly connects the city to both the Detroit and Toledo airports.

Essential Functions

The School Director is the chief academic and administrative officer of the SBE and reports to the Dean of CEI. The Director oversees the School's programs, faculty, staff, and operations. S/he also represents the SBE to the University, industry, and profession. The Director leads the School in accreditation, program growth, faculty and student recruitment, fundraising and sponsored research, industry partnerships, and facilities, while advancing the vision, mission, and core values of the SBE and CEI.

The duties and responsibilities of the director include to:

Provide academic leadership for the faculty and staff of the School, fostering excellence in teaching, research and creative activity, and service to the University and community
Implement the strategic plans of the University and the CEI within the School
Build on the strengths of the two integrated departments
Lead the School's accreditation processes; i.e., maintaining NAAB accreditation for Architecture and ACCE accreditation for Construction Management;
Lead student recruitment and retention across undergraduate and graduate programs in collaboration with University and College admissions and recruitment staff;
Develop and sustain partnerships with industry and engage alumni as mentors, advisors, employers, and supporters of the School;
Lead fundraising in collaboration with University Advancement, cultivating relationships with donors and sponsors, and to pursue sponsored research and other external funding while supporting faculty in securing grants and industry sponsorship;
Lead the development of curricula and programs of instruction in collaboration with SBE faculty and the departments
Supervise the graduate programs and develop new programs as needed;
Oversee the recruitment, hiring, evaluation, tenure and promotion, reappointment, and dismissal of faculty and staff, and to organize the administrative structure of the School, assigning faculty and staff functions; and
Serve as the fiscal officer of the School, allocating resources to the departments, monitoring operating and personnel budgets, and supervising the use of facilities, equipment, and supplies, including the development of laboratory and studio space.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master of Architecture (M.Arch.) degree or an equivalent terminal professional degree in architecture; or, a PhD degree in architecture, construction management, civil engineering, architectural engineering, or a related Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) field

Outstanding teaching, research, and service credentials commensurate with the rank of tenured associate or full professor
Experience in managing budgets
Academic administrative experience

Preferred qualifications:

At least three years of distinguished professional experience in architecture, construction management, or a related field beyond academic work
Demonstrated record of building a collaborative culture among faculty, staff, and students
Proven record of effective leadership and administrative skills
A demonstrated and outstanding working knowledge of architectural and/or construction management practices in the United States
Registered as a licensed architect or Engineer in a US jurisdiction
A passion and willingness to teach in an area of expertise, if necessary, and discuss pedagogical strategies
Experience with leading NAAB or ACCE accreditation processes (or similar)

Additional Information

Application Materials Required

Cover letter
Statement of leadership philosophy with specific examples of the candidate's work with faculty, staff, students, administration, and external partners
Curriculum vitae
Names and contact information of three professional references
Recommended, but not required: a portfolio documenting professional experience

Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree earned are required for candidates invited for in-person interviews.

Finalist will be required to submit official transcripts.

BGSU policy requires a finalist to authorize and pass a background check prior to receiving an offer of employment.

Application Deadline

Open until filled.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive and commensurate with candidate's experience and credentials. Full benefits package available.

Further Information

Contact the Search Committee Co-Chairs: Ben Burghart, benburg@bgsu.edu; and Yong Huang, yongh@bgsu.edu. You may also contact the School of the Built Environment at builtenvironment@bgsu.edu.

Bowling Green State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University is committed to maintaining an employment and educational environment that is free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of protected class: age (40 years of age or older), ancestry, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender, gender identity and expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDS status, marital status, military status, national origin, political affiliation, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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