Chair, Department of Agriculture
Core
Academic leadership for the Department of Agriculture, focusing on strategic direction, curriculum development, faculty management, and program innovation in conservation and precision agriculture.
Role type
Senior academic administrator (Department Chair)
Builds
Undergraduate and graduate degree programs in Agriculture and Agricultural Business
Domain
Higher Education / Agriculture
Required skills
Strategic planning, curriculum development, faculty recruitment and evaluation, budget management, regulatory compliance, student retention, grant writing, online education delivery
Preferred skills
Academic administrative experience, student recruitment initiatives, formalized assessment, donor fundraising, online education success
Technologies
Learning Management Systems, Financial Planning Tools
Responsibilities
Provide strategic direction and vision for the department; Oversee curriculum development and program review; Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate faculty; Manage department budget and financial resources; Teach 6 credit hours per semester; Lead student recruitment and retention efforts; Foster interdisciplinary collaboration; Ensure programs meet regulatory requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC