Dean Of The School Of Agriculture, Fisheries, And Human Sciences And Director Of 1890 Research And Extension

University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff

Pine Bluff, Arkansas, US
Academic leadership in agriculture and human sciences
Budget management and fiscal accountability
Strategic planning and program development
The Dean and Director serves as the chief academic and administrative leader of SAFHS and Cooperative Extension, providing visionary and future-focused leadership across teaching, research, Extension, and outreach

Job Summary

  • The Dean and Director serves as the chief academic and administrative leader of SAFHS and Cooperative Extension, providing visionary and future-focused leadership across teaching, research, Extension, and outreach.
  • The University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff offers a close-knit academic environment with diverse degree programs and extensive opportunities for experiential learning, research, and community engagement.
  • The position requires fostering strong relationships with industry, community partners, and public agencies to promote applied research, workforce development, and public engagement.

Matching Summary

The Dean and Director serves as the chief academic and administrative leader of SAFHS and Cooperative Extension, providing visionary and future-focused leadership across teaching, research, Extension, and outreach.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • academic leadership in agriculture and human sciences
  • budget management and fiscal accountability
  • strategic planning and program development
  • collaboration with university and external partners
  • oversight of research and extension programs
  • faculty and staff recruitment and mentorship

Nice-to-have

  • interdisciplinary teaching and research
  • technological proficiency in instructional delivery
  • experience with land-grant mission
  • fundraising and alumni engagement
  • commitment to shared governance
  • student-centered culture promotion

Key Requirements

  • Earned doctorate in related discipline
  • Minimum three years senior leadership experience
  • Tenured appointment eligibility at Professor rank
  • Strong fiscal management skills
  • Experience at four-year land-grant institution preferred
  • Proven record in teaching, research, and service

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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