Chairperson-Management - East Lansing, United States - CLevelCrossing

We seek a dynamic, visionary, and inclusive leader who will strategically focus the intellectual resources of our faculty, students, and staff to address the most challenging natural resource issues confronting society.

The Department of Fisheries and Wildlife has a diversity of faculty and staff members who have a demonstrated commitment to advance the frontiers of scientific discovery and prepare the next generation of natural resources leaders through engaged learning and outreach.

Our sustained success in research, outreach, and education has been achieved by extensive collaborations across numerous disciplines and through partnerships with natural resources management agencies, conservation organizations, and other interest groups.

The Departments size, diversity, and demonstrated commitment to the land-grant philosophy represents a substantial opportunity for a leader with the vision and desire to broaden our impacts across the Great Lakes region, the nation, and the globe.

Start date is negotiable (January 2024 or earlier is desired).ResponsibilitiesThe Chairperson will provide leadership of the Department in all teaching, research, Extension, and outreach programs.

The Chairperson is expected to maintain and enhance a creative, productive, and inclusive environment for faculty, staff, and students, and serve as the principal representative of the Department with authority and responsibility for administrative decisions.

The Chairperson reports directly to the Dean of the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, and interacts with senior leadership of the College, MSU Extension, MSU AgBioResearch, and partner agencies and interest groups with whom the Department has cooperative agreements.

faculty-elected advisory committee);Foster a culture of transparency and equity that supports the success of a large and diverse community of faculty, staff, and students;Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in classrooms and the work environment;Serve as liaison and advocate for the Department within the larger governance structure of the College and University, and with other Departments and Colleges (especially those housing jointly-appointed faculty);Promote the Departments teaching, research, Extension, and outreach programs to state, regional, national and international audiences;Maintain and enhance existing relationships with partnered agencies (e,g., Michigan Department of Natural Resources, Great Lakes Fisheries Commission, United States Geological Survey Cooperative Research) and organizations (e.g., Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations), which also include those via the Partnership for Ecosystem Research and Management (PERM) in collaboration with leadership of AgBioResearch; andDevelop and cultivate relationships with state and federal agencies of the U.S.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and InclusionThe Department of Fisheries and Wildlife and the CANR are committed to achieving excellence by creating and sustaining an inclusive culture that values all diversity.

The College is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that academic excellence and accessibility are achieved by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAll qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

An outstanding record of achievement, including a demonstrated record of scholarship, teaching, service, leadership, team building and collaboration, and developing and fostering partnerships.

Experience administering a large, multidisciplinary, and diverse team with a variety of appointments and assignments across the college and university.

Experience overseeing academic department budgets, an ability to garner additional funds and resources for department programs, and experience with advancement and development.

Experience building capacities that support natural resource management and conservation through integrated programs in research, education, and outreach and engagement, consistent with the land-grant mission.

Required Application MaterialsTo apply, applicants must submit(1) a two-page cover letter of application indicating your interest in the position and the Department, (2) a statement of administrative philosophy and vision for strategically defining program direction and future growth, and fostering faculty/staff/student development and success (3 page maximum); (3) a narrative describing administrative and professional experiences that relates to the Chairpersons responsibilities (1500 words max.); (4) a statement of how you will contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion in alignment with the departments strategic goals (2 page maximum); and (5) a complete curriculum vitae.

Candidates selected for initial interviews will be asked to provide contact information for five references and to submit letters of reference.