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Department Head
Posted on Dec. 13, 2024
- Corvallis, United States of America
- 87815.0 - 111193.0 USD (yearly)
- Full Time
Department Head
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Please see Special Instructions for more details.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A statement of Research
4) A statement of Teaching
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
Carol Lorenzen
Carol.lorenzen@oregonstate.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A statement of Research
4) A statement of Teaching
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
Carol Lorenzen
Carol.lorenzen@oregonstate.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
Position Details
Position Information
Department
Fisheries and Wildlife (AFW)
Position Title
Administrator 1-Dept Head
Job Title
Department Head
Appointment Type
Professional Faculty
Job Location
Corvallis
Benefits Eligible
Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
The Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences is seeking a Department Head. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, professional faculty position.
The Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences (FWCS) at Oregon State University provides comprehensive research, education, and outreach programs related to conservation biology and managing fish and wildlife resources. We aim to give people the knowledge to make wise decisions on conservation, sustainable use, and ecosystem restoration. We accomplish this through undergraduate and graduate education across the state and online, scholarly research, extension education, and public outreach.
The Department Head provides overall administrative leadership for the Department of Fisheries, Wildlife, and Conservation Sciences in all its functions. The individual leads a multi-faceted department with interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary research programs in applied and basic sciences, on-campus and online undergraduate and graduate degree and certification programs, and public engagement. The Department Head oversees more than 35 faculty including Extension, 80 courtesy faculty including USGS cooperative faculty, 130 graduate research assistants and teaching assistants, 14 instructors, and 12 administrative personnel, annual research expenditures that average over $10 million dollars per year and oversees three off campus sites. The department offers MS, PhD, and Professional Science Masters degrees, three graduate certificates, one bachelor’s, and two minors, many of which can be completed online through Ecampus.
As a key contact person, the Department Head must interpret the dynamics of ecosystems and the interrelationships between humans and fish and wildlife; communicate the department’s goals and vision effectively to faculty, staff, industry groups, public agencies, community colleges and secondary schools and private organizations; and establish programs and processes that address this vision and effectively lead faculty toward accomplishment of the department’s goals. As the chief administrative officer, the Department Head engages with the administrations of the College of Agricultural Sciences and Oregon State University.
The Department Head will ensure that all people have equal employment and program participation opportunities regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, marital status, disability, and disabled veteran or Vietnam-era veteran status.
College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality opportunities related to their academic program, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning. Positions primarily responsible for extension and outreach are committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audiences. The Department Head is expected to embody and advance the principles and practices conveyed in the CAS CARE Commitment document.
The successful candidate must be tenured or eligible for tenure within the Department and have demonstrated abilities in scholarship and the potential for successful academic leadership as shown by their record of professional service.
The successful candidate must be tenured or eligible for tenure within the Department and have demonstrated abilities in scholarship and the potential for successful academic leadership as shown by their record of professional service.
Any hiring with indefinite tenure will be subject to a successful out-of-cycle tenure review process: https://facultyaffairs.oregonstate.edu/out-cycle-tenure-review-procedure
The College of Agricultural Sciences is Oregon’s principal source of agricultural and food systems knowledge and a significant source of knowledge regarding environmental quality, natural resources, life sciences, and rural economies and communities worldwide. The college’s 14 departments (three of which are joint with the College of Science) provide undergraduate and graduate education, leading to 13 baccalaureate and 30 graduate degrees and extended education programs throughout Oregon and beyond. With over 3,000 students, 280 professorial faculty, and exceeding $160 million per year in expenditures, the College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) is a complex organization. In addition to the main campus, CAS has faculty-located Branch Experiment Stations in 13 agroecozones across the state and Extension Faculty in each county. CAS is well known for its collaborations among state and federal agencies. Our researchers and Extension faculty work closely with agency partners in EPA, USDA ARS, USGS, US Forest Service, US Navy, USDOE, NIH, NOAA, NMFS, USFWS, as well as state agencies, local governments, and professional organizations. CAS supports faculty in the College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Health, and the Chemistry, Microbiology, and Statistics departments in the College of Science.
Regional industries and commodity groups are also important partners. Oregon’s remarkable agricultural diversity, with more than 220 commercial commodities, means that many commodity groups depend on OSU research and development to improve their varieties and expand their markets.
The College of Agricultural Sciences is Oregon’s principal source of agricultural and food systems knowledge and a significant source of knowledge regarding environmental quality, natural resources, life sciences, and rural economies and communities worldwide. The college’s 14 departments (three of which are joint with the College of Science) provide undergraduate and graduate education, leading to 13 baccalaureate and 30 graduate degrees and extended education programs throughout Oregon and beyond. With over 3,000 students, 280 professorial faculty, and exceeding $160 million per year in expenditures, the College of Agricultural Sciences (CAS) is a complex organization. In addition to the main campus, CAS has faculty-located Branch Experiment Stations in 13 agroecozones across the state and Extension Faculty in each county. CAS is well known for its collaborations among state and federal agencies. Our researchers and Extension faculty work closely with agency partners in EPA, USDA ARS, USGS, US Forest Service, US Navy, USDOE, NIH, NOAA, NMFS, USFWS, as well as state agencies, local governments, and professional organizations. CAS supports faculty in the College of Veterinary Medicine, College of Health, and the Chemistry, Microbiology, and Statistics departments in the College of Science.
Regional industries and commodity groups are also important partners. Oregon’s remarkable agricultural diversity, with more than 220 commercial commodities, means that many commodity groups depend on OSU research and development to improve their varieties and expand their markets.
Why OSU?
Key Responsibilities
60% ADMINISTRATION
Directly supervise on- and off-campus faculty, staff, and facilities.
Oversee daily operations of the department, including ongoing cooperative opportunities and issues.
Meet with and review the performance of each faculty member and other direct report annually. Determine merit raises. Work with Human Resources and related offices on any employee conflict or required disciplinary action. Mediate disputes between faculty and the students, postdoctoral scholars, or research staff they supervise.
Administer a departmental budget of approximately $7 million annually and oversee up to $10 million in grants and contracts passing through the department.
Work in tandem with the Associate Department Head and advisors to address the needs and goals of the FWCS academic programs offered in Corvallis Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station – Newport and through Ecampus.
Recruit, hire, mentor, and retain faculty and staff. Create a supportive environment that facilitates faculty, staff, and student performance and development. Nominate faculty and staff for department, college, university, or national recognition. Build and promotes a work environment that listens respectfully and aligns with OSU’s Plan for Inclusive Excellence and CAS’ Strategic Plan for Inclusive Excellence.
Lead and coordinate the department’s development and implementation of a vision, goals, and objectives compatible with CAS and University goals and objectives. Participate as a College of Agricultural Sciences administrative team member, contributing to long-range planning, fostering inter-unit cooperation, and supporting college-wide programs.
Identify and implement opportunities for promoting and enhancing diversity, equity and inclusion in all departmental programs and activities.
Evaluate programs to ensure high quality and accountability with departmental, College, and University goals.
Work with the department’s safety coordinator to promote appropriate safety policies and practices.
Advocate for and represent the department with interested parties on and off campus. This will require occasional travel (e.g., driving across the state, hotel stays, out of state conferences) and communication with the leadership of federal and state agencies and private organizations.
Facilitate proposals for grants and contracts by departmental faculty. Work collaboratively with leaders from other CAS units to help ensure cross-college planning, coordination, joint programs, and other activities that advance the department’s mission.
20% TEACHING OR RESEARCH AND SCHOLARSHIP
Teaching may include advising or mentoring students in undergraduate and graduate programs, participating in teaching graduate professional development programs, or contributing to course development.
Research may include developing programs and seek outside funding to support departmental activities and an independent research program. Pursue professional development through professional, scientific meetings, workshops, research program directing, and other training. Maintain professional and administrative scientific collaborations with other scientists within and outside the University, including state, federal, and international agencies.
Scholarship within these activities is required.
10% DONOR AND ALUMNI RELATIONS
Engage with alumni and donors. Participate in development activities coordinated with the OSU Foundation.
10% SERVICE AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Engage in professional development and outreach and engagement activities as appropriate. Serve on College, Extension, and University committees as requested by the College, Extension, and University Administration. May serve on state, regional, and national advisory committees appropriate to position responsibilities and participate in activities of professional organizations.
What You Will Need
Doctoral level degree in a field relevant to Fisheries, Wildlife, or Conservation Sciences.
A record of teaching, mentoring, research, outreach, and/or Extension and other professional accomplishments that will support tenure at the rank of Professor. This includes a national/international record of scholarly achievement in research, and/or Extension, instructional and/or service activities within the Fisheries, Wildlife, Conservation Sciences or related disciplines https://facultyaffairs.oregonstate.edu/faculty-handbook/promotion-and-tenure-guidelines#criteria
Demonstrated experience providing leadership and guidance to employees or students from a variety of cultural backgrounds.
Evidence of leadership and success in securing internal and external programmatic support for instruction, research, service, or outreach.
Commitment to interdisciplinary and transdisciplinary collaboration.
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with a variety of partners such as university administrators, academic unit leaders, faculty, graduate students, government and non-government organizations, industry, volunteers, and the public.
Strong communication skills.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.
This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have
Demonstrated successful leadership in strategically planning and managing a large and complex organization or research program.
Demonstrated competence in and dedication to recruitment, retention, and success of faculty and staff from diverse backgrounds.
Experience supporting diverse types of faculty and staff, including Instructors, Advisors, Professors of Practice, Senior Researchers, Faculty Research Assistants, Tenure-Track faculty, Extension faculty, postdoctoral scholars, and graduate students.
Record of and commitment to working with underrepresented or underserved students, faculty, staff, or other audiences.
Experience in liaison roles with state or federal agencies, industry stakeholders, or local communities.
Familiarity with Tribal, United States Federal, and Oregon research agencies and programs.
Experience in expanding alliances with non-governmental organizations and the private sector.
Recognition of the importance of innovation and entrepreneurship within the department.
Experience with development and fundraising.
Commitment to high-quality and innovative research, outreach, Extension, and educational programs.
Experience in developing and administering online courses and educational programs.
A clear understanding of the mission of land and sea grant institutions including university Extension.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Travel and overnight stays may be required for meetings, collaborative efforts with Experiment Station personnel, or fundraising efforts.
Pay Method
Salary
Pay Period
1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date
Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range
Salary is commensurate with skills, education, and experience
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/19141
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
P08705UF
Number of Vacancies
1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date
06/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date
12/12/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date
01/27/2025
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search
Competitive / External - open to ALL qualified applicants
Special Instructions to Applicants
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A statement of Research
4) A statement of Teaching
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
Carol Lorenzen
Carol.lorenzen@oregonstate.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position.
3) A statement of Research
4) A statement of Teaching
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
Carol Lorenzen
Carol.lorenzen@oregonstate.edu
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at employee.relations@oregonstate.edu.
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