Associate Dean and Director of Extension
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- Pullman, WA
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College of Agricultural Human & Natural Resources Sciences
More information and a copy of the full Notice of Vacancy can be found: HERE
Work Location Pullman Zip Code 99164 Summary of DutiesWashington State University Extension (WSU Extension) in the College of Agricultural, Human, and Natural Resources Sciences (CAHNRS) seeks a nationally recognized leader in university outreach to serve as Director of WSU Extension and Associate Dean (AD) with permanent faculty rank of Professor. The AD and Director reports to the Dean of CAHNRS and will foster integrated approaches to problem solving by providing strong and effective leadership of county/regional Extension Educators and research & extension faculty and staff at WSU and affiliated institutions. The AD and Director will facilitate the continuation and expansion of WSU Extension’s national leadership in innovative outreach programs, applied research and resource acquisition. The AD and Director will work at the national level with state leaders and land-grant university colleagues to establish an agenda of planned activities leading to stable and improved funding and a continued commitment to excellence in extension.
Additional Information•Provide leadership by articulating a compelling vision for the future of WSU Extension and motivating internal and external constituencies to work collaboratively to achieve that vision.
•Execute programmatic and fiscal responsibilities for WSU Extension with its almost 600 member staff. This includes nearly two hundred faculty in five academic colleges and twenty-two academic departments including county extension program areas.
•Provide leadership of engagement activities within CAHNRS, while serving as a member of the College’s integrated leadership team.
•Monitor processes that assure the good stewardship of a state allocated budget of $17 million and a federal allocated budget of $5.5 million, county contributions of $10.5 million, and a total of over $30 million in competitive grants and contracts.
•Lead a team of committed program directors with leadership responsibilities in Youth & Families, Community & Economic Development, and Agriculture & Natural Resources. Provide direction to these individuals, assisting them in strategic program planning, partnership development, and resource allocation.
•Collaborate with college deans, directors and staff in the Office of Student Affairs and Enrollment; University Relations; Center for Civic Engagement; Center for Professional and Distance Education; and International Programs to promote programs which result in access to education for diverse communities of learners in the state, region, and internationally.
•Collaborate with the Vice President for Research and the Office of Grant and Research Development to secure grants and contracts that build capacity and provide direct delivery of contracted services.
•Collaborate with the WSU Foundation to raise private funds that help carry out the mission of Extension.
•Assure WSU Extension is committed to the realization of the spirit and letter of federal and state civil rights law and regulations.
•Comply with the federal rules and regulations applicable to the conduct of the Cooperative Extension Services programs, USDA NIFA.
View the Benefits overview for information regarding competitive benefits available.
Anticipated Start Date Tenure Track Yes Full-Time/Part-Time Full Time Appointment Status Permanent Position Term in Months 12 Monthly Salary Commensurate with Qualifications and Experience. Required Qualifications•Earned doctorate in a discipline relevant to the position.
•A record of scholarly achievement appropriate for an appointment in CAHNRS, including any of Extension’s three Program Units at the rank of professor.
•Demonstrated leadership at a management level within an extension program.
•Demonstrated evidence of a commitment to the Land Grant philosophy and university-wide outreach.
•Demonstrated commitment to actively increasing the diversity of the faculty and staff of Extension.
•Knowledge and ability to work effectively with individuals and groups with diverse cultures, backgrounds, and ideologies in a global environment.
•Demonstrated capacity to secure grants and contracts that build capacity and provide direct delivery of contracted services.
•Evidence of experience with collaboration to raise private funds that help carry out the mission of Extension.
•Experience in senior level administration.
•Demonstrated leadership skills in interdisciplinary program development.
•Demonstrated administrative and organizational skills, as evidenced by successful performance in: personnel management; budget and fiscal management; program planning, management, oversight and evaluation; and resource procurement.
•Demonstrated application of leadership skills with diverse audiences and constituents.
•Evidence of effective communication and collaboration skills with academic professionals, support staff, and diverse internal constituencies.
•Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with external constituencies.
•Demonstrated ability to manage or apply the resources of the university to address societal issues and opportunities outside of the academic setting.
•Ability to take on new responsibilities and work effectively in an environment of change and ambiguity.
Screening of application materials begins January 21, 2019, open until filled
Be prepared to submit a letter of application addressing the required and preferred qualifications, a statement of vision for WSU Extension (upload as “other”), a resume/vita, and the names, addresses, and contact information for at least four professional references.
For questions about the position contact: Scot Hulbert, Search Committee Chair, 509-335-4563, scot_hulbert@wsu.edu
EEO StatementWASHINGTON STATE UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EDUCATOR AND EMPLOYER. Members of ethnic minorities, women, special disabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam-era, recently separated veterans, and other protected veterans, persons of disability and/or persons age 40 and over are encouraged to apply.
WSU is committed to excellence through diversity and faculty-friendly policy action, including partner accommodation and NSF ADVANCE Institutional Transformation programs (http://www.advance.wsu.edu/).
WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.
WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services: 509-335-4521(v), Washington State TDD Relay Service: Voice Callers: 1-800-833-6384; TDD Callers: 1-800-833-6388, 509-335-1259(f), or hrs@wsu.edu.
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Working at Washington State University
Founded as the people’s university, WSU embraces its land-grant heritage, seeking to transform lives through education, research, and community engagement and service. The University has been delivering life-changing knowledge and discoveries to the state, region, nation, and the world for nearly 130 years. WSU enjoys productive partnerships with major industries in the state, including agribusiness, aerospace, health care, software, technology, and construction. The colleges at WSU Health Sciences Spokane have formed robust partnerships across the state of Washington, both with large medical centers and hospitals, as well as a variety of rural and community hospitals and clinics.
WSU is Washington’s land-grant university with campuses located statewide in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and online through the Global Campus. WSU also has research centers located throughout the state and extension offices in every county. Learn about WSU’s statewide reach.
WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research with nationally recognized academic programs, renowned professors, students who make a difference, and vibrant communities.
WSU offers staff and faculty a comprehensive benefits package as well as professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. Explore WSU’s benefits.
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WSU is Washington’s land-grant university with campuses located statewide in Everett, Pullman, Spokane, Tri-Cities, Vancouver, and online through the Global Campus. WSU also has research centers located throughout the state and extension offices in every county. Learn about WSU’s statewide reach.
WSU employees promote academic excellence and innovative research with nationally recognized academic programs, renowned professors, students who make a difference, and vibrant communities.
WSU offers staff and faculty a comprehensive benefits package as well as professional development and a host of work/life quality programs. Explore WSU’s benefits.
Review the application instructions for instructions and tips on using the WSU Jobs site and applying for jobs at WSU.
Diversity Profile: Washington State University
As a land-grant institution, diversity, equity, and inclusion serve as core values and beliefs of Washington State University (WSU). At the university, college, or department level, WSU is committed to fostering open, proactive dialogue to create a more inclusive culture at all its locations including the five physical campuses and its online Global Campus, as well as its 39 Extension offices, four research centers, and 25 small business development centers.
Core Belief
WSU is committed to achieving an ethical and socially just society for all. Instituting social change on a large scale begins at home with system-level policies that actively promote equity. The University is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion throughout every aspect of its statewide system. We strive to create a climate that enables underrepresented students, faculty, and staff to thrive in communities that foster a sense of belonging in a culture of inclusion. The ultimate goal? Creation of institutional culture in which inclusion and equity are the norms, a model that helps move the world toward a place in which all people are treated with dignity and respect.
Core Value
Equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. Promotion of an ethical and socially just society through an intentional commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
WSU’s core ideology can be found in its System Strategic Plan.
WSU’s Student Body
WSU's student body statewide is ethnically diverse: 31 percent of our students are underrepresented minorities, and first-generation students represent nearly 33 percent of the total enrollment. About 15 percent of WSU students hail from outside the state of Washington and about 7 percent are international students. System-wide enrollment reached a record 31,607 students in fall 2019.
Associate Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence Recently Announced
Dr. Lisa Guerrero was recently named associate vice provost for inclusive excellence. Guerrero has been an active advocate for diversity and inclusion since joining the WSU faculty in 2004. She is currently a professor of Comparative Ethnic Studies in WSU’s School of Languages, Cultures, and Race. She will maintain her faculty position, while serving as associate vice provost in a half-time appointment.
Dr. Guerrero will provide leadership to academic affairs in implementing WSU’s commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. She will help to identify and implement best practices and evidence-based approaches in faculty hiring, tenure and promotion, research support, faculty retention, teaching and mentoring, and curriculum planning. One of her first areas of responsibility will be to oversee the Racism and Social Inequality in the Americas faculty cluster hire program for Fall 2021.
Representative Affinity Groups
Representative affinity groups within the Washington State University system include the following:
- Asian American and Pacific Islander Faculty Staff Association (AAPIFSA)
- Association for Faculty Women (AFW)
- Black Faculty and Staff Association
- Chicanx, Latinx, Faculty, Staff, & Allies Association
- Commission on the Status of Women
- Disabled Faculty and Staff Allies Association (DFSA)
- Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS)
- LGBTQ Faculty and Staff
- President’s Commission on Gender Identity/Expression and Sexual Orientation (GIESO)
- WSU Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (WiSTEM)
WSU Resources and Offices
WSU Human Resource Services supports a climate of integrity and equity that actively reflects open, respectful dialog. Additional resources are available on the Human Resource Services website.
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