University of Arkansas
Director for the School of Human Environmental Sciences
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
Position Details
Closing Date:
12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated)
Type of Position:
Chair
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Institution Overview The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution founded in 1871 and classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The campus is located in Fayetteville, the region is a hub for Fortune 500 companies and a growing economy. Northwest Arkansas has a strong reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University offers a vibrant work environment that promotes healthy work‑life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement programs with contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of salary.
Summary of Job Duties The Director of the School of Human Environmental Sciences provides strong, multidisciplinary leadership across research, teaching, and outreach programs that advance the School’s academic, research, and community impact. The School Director promotes a culture of collegiality, professionalism, collaboration, and innovation; communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders; and integrates research, teaching, and outreach (including Extension collaborations) to serve the College and University. The Director advances the School in alignment with the University’s 150 Forward Strategic Plan—Student Success, Research Excellence, and Employer of Choice—and contributes to campus “Reaching Higher” priorities.
The Director strengthens the School’s profile locally, across Arkansas, and beyond by cultivating strategic relationships across campus and with state and federal agencies, community partners, and industry. The Director grows a high‑impact research enterprise that develops and transfers credible, timely, objective knowledge to address stakeholder, workforce, and community needs. The Director stewards resources, supports faculty and staff development, and secures funding to sustain excellence. The Director partners with the Bumpers College leadership and staff to engage alumni and supporters; cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts; and expand resources for scholarships, faculty and staff excellence, research, facilities, and programs.
Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Earned Ph.D. (or equivalent) in a discipline represented within the School or a closely related field
Qualify for appointment as Professor with tenure at time of hire.
Demonstrated leadership skills in academic administration, including personnel management, budgeting, and strategic planning
Evidence of success in research, teaching, and/or engagement that supports faculty and student excellence
Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading an multidisciplinary unit or team
Experience with the land‑grant mission
Experience with donor engagement and fundraising
Evidence of securing and managing competitive extramural funding
Experience with in‑person, online, hybrid program development and delivery
Experience with accreditation processes in disciplines relevant to the School
Experience in outreach, Extension, or community partnership
Experience aligning curricula and student experiences with workforce needs and pathways to graduate/professional education
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of academic program development (undergraduate and graduate), including assessment and accreditation, and the ability to grow curricula and expand delivery (in‑person, online, and hybrid)
Leadership skills necessary to administer a program spanning resident instruction, research, outreach, and engagement, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and stakeholders
Ability to cultivate a supportive and collegial work environment for faculty, staff, and students
Knowledge of trends and funding opportunities in fields represented by the School related to research and academic programs, with the ability to attract extramural funding
Knowledge of organizational structure, budgeting procedures, personnel management, and administrative policies
Ability to speak and write clearly and to communicate ideas effectively
Ability and interest in providing multidisciplinary leadership and coordination of broad research interests
Ability to recruit undergraduate and graduate students, and a commitment to fostering research and academic excellence
Skill in data‑informed decision‑making, strategic planning, and continuous improvement
Ability to build partnerships with external organizations and to engage alumni and supporters in advancing the School’s mission
Additional Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
List of five Professional References (name, email, business title)
Other (see special instructions for details)
Recruitment Contact Information
Tina Paul, tinapaul@uark.edu, Director of Human Resources
Jake Adams, jra010@uark.edu, Human Resources Coordinator
Application Process Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two‑year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Special Instructions to Applicants Please also provide a statement, not exceeding two pages, outlining professional goals and philosophy of leadership.
Pre‑employment Screening Requirements Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry.
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background checks for applicants being considered for employment include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Benefits Eligibility Yes.
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Closing Date:
12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated)
Type of Position:
Chair
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Institution Overview The University of Arkansas is a land grant institution founded in 1871 and classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The campus is located in Fayetteville, the region is a hub for Fortune 500 companies and a growing economy. Northwest Arkansas has a strong reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University offers a vibrant work environment that promotes healthy work‑life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and retirement programs with contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of salary.
Summary of Job Duties The Director of the School of Human Environmental Sciences provides strong, multidisciplinary leadership across research, teaching, and outreach programs that advance the School’s academic, research, and community impact. The School Director promotes a culture of collegiality, professionalism, collaboration, and innovation; communicates effectively with internal and external stakeholders; and integrates research, teaching, and outreach (including Extension collaborations) to serve the College and University. The Director advances the School in alignment with the University’s 150 Forward Strategic Plan—Student Success, Research Excellence, and Employer of Choice—and contributes to campus “Reaching Higher” priorities.
The Director strengthens the School’s profile locally, across Arkansas, and beyond by cultivating strategic relationships across campus and with state and federal agencies, community partners, and industry. The Director grows a high‑impact research enterprise that develops and transfers credible, timely, objective knowledge to address stakeholder, workforce, and community needs. The Director stewards resources, supports faculty and staff development, and secures funding to sustain excellence. The Director partners with the Bumpers College leadership and staff to engage alumni and supporters; cultivate, solicit, and steward gifts; and expand resources for scholarships, faculty and staff excellence, research, facilities, and programs.
Regular, reliable, and non‑disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Earned Ph.D. (or equivalent) in a discipline represented within the School or a closely related field
Qualify for appointment as Professor with tenure at time of hire.
Demonstrated leadership skills in academic administration, including personnel management, budgeting, and strategic planning
Evidence of success in research, teaching, and/or engagement that supports faculty and student excellence
Demonstrated strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience leading an multidisciplinary unit or team
Experience with the land‑grant mission
Experience with donor engagement and fundraising
Evidence of securing and managing competitive extramural funding
Experience with in‑person, online, hybrid program development and delivery
Experience with accreditation processes in disciplines relevant to the School
Experience in outreach, Extension, or community partnership
Experience aligning curricula and student experiences with workforce needs and pathways to graduate/professional education
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of academic program development (undergraduate and graduate), including assessment and accreditation, and the ability to grow curricula and expand delivery (in‑person, online, and hybrid)
Leadership skills necessary to administer a program spanning resident instruction, research, outreach, and engagement, and the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, and stakeholders
Ability to cultivate a supportive and collegial work environment for faculty, staff, and students
Knowledge of trends and funding opportunities in fields represented by the School related to research and academic programs, with the ability to attract extramural funding
Knowledge of organizational structure, budgeting procedures, personnel management, and administrative policies
Ability to speak and write clearly and to communicate ideas effectively
Ability and interest in providing multidisciplinary leadership and coordination of broad research interests
Ability to recruit undergraduate and graduate students, and a commitment to fostering research and academic excellence
Skill in data‑informed decision‑making, strategic planning, and continuous improvement
Ability to build partnerships with external organizations and to engage alumni and supporters in advancing the School’s mission
Additional Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Salary Information Commensurate with education and experience.
Required Documents to Apply
Cover Letter / Letter of Application
Curriculum Vitae
List of five Professional References (name, email, business title)
Other (see special instructions for details)
Recruitment Contact Information
Tina Paul, tinapaul@uark.edu, Director of Human Resources
Jake Adams, jra010@uark.edu, Human Resources Coordinator
Application Process Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions. Students at University of Arkansas System two‑year institutions will also view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students”. If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Special Instructions to Applicants Please also provide a statement, not exceeding two pages, outlining professional goals and philosophy of leadership.
Pre‑employment Screening Requirements Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Motor Vehicle Reports Check, Sex Offender Registry.
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. Background checks for applicants being considered for employment include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non‑discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Benefits Eligibility Yes.
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