Dean of the Zeigler College of Business, Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania

The Opportunity

Commonwealth University of Pennsylvania is accepting applications and nominations for the next Dean of the Zeigler College of Business. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic leader to shape the college’s strategic direction and advance academic excellence. 

Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean will oversee the college’s academic programs, faculty development, research and scholarship, accreditation, and resource stewardship across CU’s Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield campuses. As a member of the Academic Affairs Leadership Team, the Dean will play a central role in advancing the university’s academic mission.

The successful candidate will also serve as a strong external ambassador—building partnerships with regional businesses, nonprofit organizations, and government agencies while connecting them to the intellectual and human capital of Commonwealth University.

How to Apply

Greenwood Asher & Associates® is assisting Commonwealth University with this search.  

Applications and nominations are now being accepted. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until an appointment is made. 

Applications materials should include:

•  A current résumé/curriculum vitae. 

• A letter of interest that clearly states the applicant’s qualifications for the position. Letters of interest should be no longer than three pages in length.

Please submit full application packets here.

To ensure full consideration, applications and nominations should be provided by March 27, 2026.

Nominations and confidential inquiries can be sent to:

Julie Holley, Associate Vice President of Executive Search
 📩 julieholley@greenwoodsearch.com

Kyle Pybus-Jerome, Senior Executive Search Consultant

📩 kylepybusjerome@greenwoodsearch.com