D. Bussan
Faculty & Executive Search Consulting,Career Coaching, Resume Writing and Toxic Metals Consultant
Faculty & Executive Search Consulting
Partnering with colleges and universities to identify, recruit, and onboard the leaders of tomorrow.
What I Do
I work directly with search committees, boards, and institutional leaders to strengthen the hiring process for faculty, administrative, and executive roles. My approach combines practical experience as a professor and federal leader with proven methods for running fair, efficient, and mission-driven searches.
Services for Institutions
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Search Committee Consulting – advising committees on process design, timeline management, evaluation rubrics, and interview strategy.
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Candidate Outreach & Screening – supporting outreach strategies to broaden applicant pools and advising on fair, consistent screening methods.
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Neutral Facilitation – serving as a trusted third party to guide difficult discussions, mediate differences, and keep the search moving forward.
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Onboarding & Transition Support – helping institutions and appointees build long-term success through structured onboarding plans.
Services for Candidates
Alongside institutional work, I also prepare candidates navigating faculty and executive searches with:
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CV and cover-letter development tailored to leadership roles.
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Mock interviews and presentation coaching.
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Salary and contract negotiation strategies.
Why Work With Me
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Firsthand experience: I’ve served as a faculty member, department leader, and federal chief managing multimillion-dollar operations.
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Dual perspective: I understand both sides of the hiring process — what committees need and how candidates succeed.
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Tailored engagements: Every search is different. I adapt my support to your institution’s mission, culture, and desired leadership profile.
Let’s Talk
Whether you’re a search committee chair seeking process guidance or a candidate preparing for your next role, I can help ensure a smooth, transparent, and effective search.