Executive Summary
The University of New Haven invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences. This is an extraordinary opportunity for an innovative and collaborative leader to advance one of the nation's most respected colleges in criminal justice, forensic science, national security, and public service education. Building on a distinguished 50-year history and the world-renowned reputation of its namesake, the Henry C. Lee College (HCLC) combines rigorous academic preparation with real-world, hands-on learning. The Dean will play a key role in shaping the future of the Henry C. Lee College, strengthening its academic programs, elevating its research and external partnerships, and enhancing its visibility and impact in a rapidly changing world. The successful candidate will be a dynamic and strategic academic leader with a deep commitment to student success, faculty excellence, diversity and inclusion, and to preparing confident and resourceful students for successful professional careers in a global society.
Location The University of New Haven’s main campus is located on 96 acres in West Haven, Connecticut, a suburban hillside community minutes from the bustling city of New Haven and miles of Connecticut shoreline and beaches. The campus is 90 minutes from New York City and 2.5 hours from Boston. Additionally, the University has a satellite campus in Prato, Italy.