Assistant Dean and ANR Program Leader

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Company: University of Georgia

Location: Athens, GA 30606

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Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number F2360P

Working Title Assistant Dean and ANR Program Leader

Department CAES-Assoc Dean for Extension

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia's oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly formed School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

College/Unit/Department website

Posting Type External

Retirement Plan

Employment Type Employee

Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date 07/01/2025

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date 04/21/2025

Job Closing Date

Open until filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, but candidates that submit their application by May 22, 2025 are assured full consideration.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

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Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title Assoc/Asst Dean AC

FLSA

Faculty Rank Professor

Contract Type Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

A terminal degree in the discipline.

Position Summary

The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (UGA CAES) is seeking a dynamic individual for the position of Assistant Dean for Extension and Agriculture and Natural Resources (ANR) Program Leader. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for Extension. The incumbent will be responsible for providing visionary leadership for Agricultural Extension programs throughout the state, developing innovative ways to better support Georgia producers, and linking agents with faculty specialists to support stakeholder needs.

Additional Requirements

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

Candidates with a demonstrated record of collaborative applied research/Extension/instruction/administrative programming, extramural grant success, and program development that integrates applied science and Extension are preferred.

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust? Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes

Does this position require a P-Card? No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? No

Is driving a responsibility of this position? Yes

Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Yes

Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website.

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

Principal duties include Extension facility and operation supervision, budget management, leadership of statewide ANR programming, and serving as a liaison to university, regional, and federal organizations. Extension facilities under the Assistant Dean include the Ag and Environmental Services Lab in Athens, statewide UGA Weather Network, Vidalia Onion and Vegetable Research Center at Lyons, and the Blueberry Research and Demonstration Farm at Alma. Budget management includes the state ANR programming account and the state ANR program leader 4-H Foundation Account. Statewide ANR programming responsibilities include training, mentoring, and onboarding of new Extension specialists, managing the ANR Extension publications process, and working closely with ANR Program Development Coordinators (PDCs) and District Extension Directors (DEDs) in each of the four Extension districts to ensure that agent and stakeholder needs are met. This position will coordinate with the Extension Emergency Response Team and will assist in preparing disaster loss estimates for agricultural commodities when necessary. This administrative position requires frequent attendance to meetings for numerous commodity groups throughout Georgia as well as coordination of state-wide agricultural efforts and special projects. The successful candidate will work closely with representatives from the Georgia Department of Agriculture, Georgia Farm Bureau, and Georgia Agribusiness Council, state commodity commissions, and USDA-NRCS.

Percentage Of Time 100

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents
  • Cover Letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Unofficial Transcripts
  • Public Svc/Extension Philosophy
  • Optional Documents

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