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 land-grant institutions
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, servant-oriented, 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, servant-oriented, 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, extensive experiential learning opportunities, and a commitment to a high-quality, affordable education.
  • The role 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, servant-oriented, and future-focused leadership across teaching, research, Extension, and outreach.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • academic leadership in land-grant institutions
  • budget management and fiscal accountability
  • strategic planning and program development
  • faculty and staff recruitment and mentorship
  • research grant administration and compliance
  • student success and experiential learning focus

Nice-to-have

  • interdisciplinary teaching and research
  • collaborative and transparent communication
  • partnership cultivation with external stakeholders
  • technological proficiency in instructional delivery
  • innovation-driven leadership style

Key Requirements

  • Earned doctorate in Agriculture, Fisheries, or Human Sciences
  • Minimum three years senior leadership experience
  • Tenured appointment eligibility at Professor rank
  • Strong fiscal management skills
  • Commitment to land-grant mission
  • Preferred five years academic administration experience
  • Record of securing extramural research funding

Work Rights

Must have legal authority to work in the United States

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