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    Associate Director - Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Auburn University

    Posting Number
    P1655F

    Position Summary Information

    Job Description Summary

    The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (
    ACES) serves to extend science-based knowledge to the people of Alabama with the goal of improving lives in agriculture, the environment, communities, youths, and families.

    We are seeking an outstanding leader for the position of Associate Director. This is a full-time administrative position based in Auburn, Alabama. The appointment can be considered, as appropriate, as a tenure-track position for the selected candidate. It is preferred that the candidate hold tenure at the Professor rank.

    University:
    Auburn University is one of the nation's premier, public land-grant institutions, and in 2023, it was ranked #93 nationally by

    U.S. News & World Report .

    Auburn, an R1 research university, maintains high levels of research activity and high standards for teaching excellence, offer, offering bachelor's, master's, educational specialist, and doctoral degrees in the arts and sciences, agriculture, engineering, and the professions.

    It's enrollment of 33,015 students includes 26,874 undergraduates and 6141 graduate and professional students. The university is nationally recognized for its commitment to academic excellence, positive work environment, student engagement, and beautiful campus.


    Auburn residents enjoy a thriving community, recognized as one of the "best small towns in America," with a moderate climate and easy access to major cities, beaches, and recreational mountain facilities.

    The Auburn/Opelika area is a page right out of Southern Living magazine with an idyllic small-town feel, perfecting a unique balance between a close-knit community and driving consistent growth and development.

    Paralleling the exponential growth of Auburn University, the Auburn/Opelika area boasts services and amenities that cater to any interest.

    We're proud of our top school systems, city services, award-winning restaurants, and the infectious spirit of life in a college town.

    You can find us nestled halfway between the beach and the mountains in a lower-cost-of-living area, two hours outside of Atlanta or Birmingham.

    If you're new to Auburn, we'd love to introduce you.

    If you're already acquainted with Auburn, we'll keep it simple:
    it's time to come home

    Learn more about Auburn's impact, generous employee benefits, and thriving community by visiting

    .

    The University is understanding of and sensitive to the family needs of faculty, including dual-career couples. Please see

    for more details.


    The incumbent will provide statewide leadership, in collaboration with the Associate Director of Alabama A&M University, to county Extension offices in Alabama to facilitate coordinated operations among seven Extension Districts, personnel development, enhanced extramural support, and strategic partnerships.

    The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (
    ACES) is comprised of approximately 700 employees who deliver educational programming in areas of Agriculture, Forestry and Natural Resources ( AFNR ), Human Sciences (HS), 4-H Youth Development, Community Engagement and Planning, and Urban programs to meet the needs of Alabamians.


    Responsibilities:
    The Associate Director reports to the Director of


    ACES
    on the Auburn University campus.

    The Director is organizationally responsible for all facets of the system, while the Associate Director is responsible programmatically for day-to-day operational functions of county operations.


    Responsibilities include:
    a) Conducting routine meetings with the Assistant Directors for Field Operations ( ADFO ) and appropriate personnel to ensure consistent and efficient county activities;

    b) Coordinate with the Assistant Directors for Field Operations and Assistant Directors for Programs such that the annual Plan of Work is coordinated and implemented;

    c) Coordinate with the Assistant Directors for Field Operations to enhance county-based funding through strategic partnerships at the county level;

    d)

    Collaborate with the following units:
    Human Resources, Business Office, Informational Technology, and Communications, Strategic Marketing and Client Relations to support all educational initiatives at the county and state level;

    e) Work with faculty and staff at the district level with the Assistant Directors for Field Operations to resource county offices, support program implementation, and ensure impact reporting statewide and in all program areas;

    f) Provide leadership for recruitment and retention, in collaboration with Assistant Directors for Field Operations, of County Extension Coordinators ( CEC );

    g) Provide leadership to the statewide Extension student internship program for all program areas;

    h) Work with the Assistant Directors for Programs as well as other colleges, schools, and administrators to facilitate local support of programs and communication of local needs assessments;

    i) Coordinate county-based Civil Rights audits in collaboration with appropriate personnel;

    j) Supervise the Assistant Directors for Field Operations;

    k) Provide leadership to budget management and personnel matters for county operations in collaboration with the appropriate Assistant Director for Field Operations and


    ACES
    support units, as applicable; and

    l) Participate in regional and national leadership roles to represent the Alabama Cooperative Extension System.

    Minimum Qualifications


    Minimum Qualifications:
    Required qualifications include an earned doctorate from an accredited institution in a field related to programs within


    ACES
    or related and academic credentials commensurate with Professor rank.

    Experience and demonstrated effectiveness in leadership, including supervision of professional staff;

    Experience and demonstrated effectiveness in development, delivery, and evaluation of Extension and/or outreach programs that meet the needs of a target audience and create measurable impacts;

    Demonstrated expertise in the development and implementation of Extension programs at the county and state level;

    Demonstrated expertise with budget management and a proven record in generation of revenue streams to support applied-research, Extension programming, and/or outreach;

    A proactive vision of the future of Extension, a demonstrated commitment to the Extension philosophy and mission, and the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders on these matters;

    An outstanding performance record in previous employment;

    Demonstrated skills in verbal and written communication and a proven ability to interact extremely effectively with faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders;

    Proven record of extension and/or outreach leadership and scholarship to be eligible for tenure at the associate professor rank in his/her appropriate academic department, if applicable;

    Commitment to both


    ACES
    and Auburn University's core values;

    Knowledge of the county educational delivery system in Extension;

    Ability and willingness to travel throughout state;

    Demonstrated experiences and skills in innovation and strategic planning.


    The candidate selected for this position must be able to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time the appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment.


    Salary:
    Competitive and commensurate with quaifications and experience

    Desired Qualifications

    Special Instructions to Applicants
    1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae
    2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter
    3) Contact Information for three references including name, contact information, nature of relationship and number of years known. References will not be contacted without permission.

    4) Statement that addresses "Strategies for Enhancing Operational Support of County Extension Programs" (maximum one page)

    5) Statement that addresses "Vision for County-Based Program Development and Delivery" (maximum one page)

    Questions should be directed to Dr. Becky Barlow, Search Committee Chair, Associate Dean and Assistant Director for Agriculture, Forestry, and Natural Resources. Email

    .

    Posting Detail Information

    Open Date
    03/01/2024

    Close Date
    03/31/2024

    EEO Statement


    AUBURN

    UNIVERSITY

    IS AN

    AFFIRMATIVE
    ACTION / EQUAL


    OPPORTUNITY
    EMPLOYER .

    It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, sex, religion, color, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

    Open Until Filled
    No

    References required for this position?
    Yes

    If yes, minimum number requested
    3

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