Recruitment to the position of Dean is conducted via an external process except in some cases of reappointment. Deans are appointed for four years. Academic staff within the faculty are also invited to apply for the position. The Appointment of Deans policy covers eligibility for appointment, recruitment and selection processes, duration of appointment, remuneration and special development leave.

The appointment of an Associate Dean is a fixed-term appointment for a period of three years. The Appointment of Associate Deans policy details the expectations of the position and sets out the terms under which academic staff are eligible for appointment, the recruitment and selection process, duration of the appointment, re-appointment, remuneration and development support.

The appointment of Head of School is a fixed-term appointment normally for three years. The Appointment of Heads of School policy details the expectations of the position and sets out the terms under which academic staff are eligible for appointment, the recruitment and selection process, duration of the appointment, re-appointment, remuneration and development support.

For further information consult the relevant policies in the Human Resources Policy manual published online at: www.hru.uts.edu.au/manual/index.html.