The Director of the Institute of Applied Agriculture provides leadership and oversees the department’s strategic planning; recruitment, admissions, student enrollment and records; instruction & program development; and communication and governance. The IAA Director works directly and collaboratively with all academic units and administration within AGNR as well as with Undergraduate Studies, the office of Extended Studies, Undergraduate Admissions and the Registrar.
As head of an academic unit, the IAA Director is responsible for the department’s academic programs, including instructional workload assignments, course instruction assignments and teaching evaluations, course scheduling, curriculum and course development, and adherence to the IAA’s mission to provide hands-on applied learning. The Director is expected to teach a minimum of one INAG course per year.
The Director is the chief advocate for the IAA and actively recruits students and faculty, interacts regularly with stakeholders, builds strong alumni relationships, and seeks robust partnerships. The
Director oversees the IAA’s communications and publications. The Director sets an example of excellence and inspires the IAA to innovate and reach its goals.
The Director supervises and manages the IAA faculty and staff, oversees the department’s fiscal management, provides an inclusive and thriving work environment, adheres and ensures compliance to appropriate Department, College, and University procedures and policies, and performs administrative activities to ensure the effective operation of the IAA.
Education: A Ph.D. degree
Experience:
- A minimum of 15 years of experience teaching, with a minimum of 10 years of experience working in higher education.
- Significant administrative/managerial experience.
- Experience with course and/or curriculum development.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience:
- Possess outstanding communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, administration, industry, and other clientele.
- A proven record of leadership and teamwork.
- A commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion with respect for all.
Apply at https://ejobs.umd.edu/postings/114378 by November 24, 2023 for best consideration.
