Dean, College of Architecture and Planning

About the Search

The University of Colorado Denver (CU Denver) is searching for a collaborative, visionary, financially astute leader who embodies our values of justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion to take on the Dean of the College of Architecture and Planning (CAP) role. We seek a leader capable of cultivating a culture that fosters collaboration, sparks creativity, and encourages interdisciplinary breakthroughs. If you are deeply committed to elevating academic standards, championing student achievement, and instigating positive transformations within a diverse and inclusive setting, we encourage you to apply and become an integral part of CU Denver's journey.

Leadership Attributes

Reporting directly to the Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic and Student Affairs, the incoming dean will play a pivotal role during CU Denver's transformative phase toward becoming a premier public urban research university by 2030. The strategic focus encompasses diversity, equity, and inclusion as key drivers of impact and innovation.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• A terminal graduate degree in one of the college's disciplines, with a distinguished record in teaching, research, and service, qualifying for a full professor rank.
• A record of progressive academic or administrative leadership, including demonstrated knowledge of the academic structure and operations of a comprehensive research university.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, emphasizing transparency, shared decision-making, and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Proven success in fostering shared governance and financial management, including fundraising and resource allocation. 
• Experience fostering and sustaining external relations, including cultivating opportunities for students in the professional practice community.

A CU Denver search committee has formed (see participants named below), and executive search firm WittKieffer is assisting the University of Colorado Denver in this search. Prospective applicants can find a full leadership profile for the position and more information on this WittKieffer search page.

Search Committee Membership