Assistant Director And Program Leader, Environmental & Natural Resource Programs

University of Maryland Extension

College Park, Maryland, USA
$150,000 - $185,000; not specified; for more infor...
Environmental and natural resources programs
Leadership and coordination of extension programs
Securing and managing extramural funds
This tenured administrative position provides leadership and direction for the University of Maryland Extension's Environmental & Natural Resources programs, addressing terrestrial, aquatic, and coastal ecosystems

Job Summary

  • This tenured administrative position provides leadership and direction for the University of Maryland Extension's Environmental & Natural Resources programs, addressing terrestrial, aquatic, and coastal ecosystems.
  • Responsibilities include leading, coordinating, and overseeing ENR programs and applied research, guiding faculty in program planning and evaluation, and securing funding from various agencies and organizations.
  • The role involves recruiting, mentoring, and evaluating ENR faculty, collaborating with other UME programs and universities, and serving as a member of the UME senior leadership team.

Matching Summary

This tenured administrative position provides leadership and direction for the University of Maryland Extension's Environmental & Natural Resources programs, addressing terrestrial, aquatic, and coastal ecosystems.

Salary

$150,000 - $185,000; Not specified; For more information on Regular Faculty benefits, select this link

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Environmental and Natural Resources programs
  • Leadership and coordination of extension programs
  • Securing and managing extramural funds
  • Mentoring faculty and staff
  • Collaborative program development

Nice-to-have

  • Applied research accomplishments
  • Interdisciplinary program development
  • Strategic planning contributions

Key Requirements

  • Earned doctorate degree (Ph.D.) in a relevant field
  • Tenured at the rank of Principal Agent or Professor
  • Administrative/managerial experience
  • Demonstrated leadership and collaboration skills
  • Experience securing and managing extramurally funded programs
  • Budget and administrative program management ability
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel statewide/nationally
  • Criminal History Record Check clearance

Work Rights

Not specified

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