Palm Beach Atlantic University invites visionary, Christ-centered leaders to explore an extraordinary opportunity to serve as the next Dean of the School of Ministry. As the spiritual and theological heart of one of the nation’s fastest-growing Christian universities, this role offers the opportunity to influence the next generation of pastors, scholars, chaplains, missionaries, and marketplace leaders while advancing a thriving school rooted in Scripture and historic Christian faith.
The School of Ministry serves as a cornerstone of Palm Beach Atlantic University’s Christ-first mission. Accredited by the Association of Theological Schools, the School offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs supported by distinguished faculty, innovative academic initiatives, and more than $17.5 million in grant-funded ministry programs. Its impact extends well beyond the classroom, shaping the spiritual life of the university while building meaningful partnerships with churches and ministries around the world.
The next Dean will provide strategic, academic, and spiritual leadership during an exciting season of institutional momentum. This leader will champion faculty excellence, strengthen academic programs, cultivate church and ministry partnerships, and collaborate across the university to support enrollment growth, innovation, and operational excellence—all while faithfully advancing Palm Beach Atlantic University’s mission of developing Christ-first leaders.
Located in beautiful West Palm Beach, Florida, Palm Beach Atlantic University has experienced remarkable growth, now serving more than 4,200 students from all 50 states and over 80 countries. This is a unique opportunity to lead at a university that is growing in influence while remaining firmly committed to biblical truth, academic excellence, and servant leadership.
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