Date of posting here August 24, 2010 Type of position Chair, Department of Agronomy Employer University of Florida - IFAS Location Gainesville, FL Salary Commensurate with Education and Experience Closing date of competition Open until filled Date position available This position is available January 1, 2011 and will be filled as soon thereafter as an acceptable applicant is available. Description of duties The Chair of the Department provides vision and coordination in planning, developing and implementing departmental programs in teaching, research, and extension; leadership, recruiting and fostering academic growth and professional development of faculty, staff, and students; administration of the Department's human and financial resources; and promotion of external funding opportunities. The Chair administers state, national, and international programs of the Department, assigns responsibilities to faculty and staff, and evaluates their performance. The Chair represents departmental and faculty interests with administrators; other departments, units and outside agencies; and individuals and groups in natural resources, industry, and communities. The Chair will collaborate with the Senior Vice President, Deans, Associate and Assistant Deans, other IFAS Chairs and Research and Education Center Directors, and other administrators in providing leadership for delivering integrated programs to meet the needs of students, extension clientele, research sponsors, and other stakeholders. Qualifications sought An earned doctorate in agronomy, crop science, or a related discipline; A record of outstanding scholarly achievement and professional activities related to teaching, research, extension, and/or industry that will qualify the individual to be a tenured full professor in the Department; Ability to direct an academic department engaged in teaching, research, and extension activities at a major land-grant university; Ability to lead and manage multidisciplinary programs; Effective administrative leadership and managerial skills and documented experience in defining organizational objectives; developing strategic approaches to planning; managing human, fiscal, and physical resources; motivating people and developing effective teams; pursuing entrepreneurial opportunities; generating and managing grant funds in support of teaching, research, and extension; and securing private funds; Demonstrated ability to listen effectively, communicate, and represent the Department with administrators, agencies, industry, and on-and off-campus groups; Strong commitment to undergraduate and graduate student recruitment and retention; Demonstrated ability to interact well with students, faculty, staff, administrators, and external stakeholders within the university and at state, federal, and international levels; Commitment to interact with and support Agronomy faulty members located at IFAS Research and Education Centers and foster strong collaborations among county and state faculty; Commitment to continued professional development for self, faculty, and staff; Commitment to international programs; and Strong support and understanding of the land-grant university mission. Application procedure   Submit what Faculty Profile - short application Letter of application that states the applicant's interest in the position, qualifications relative to the position, administrative philosophy, and previous professional responsibilities and achievements and how these relate to the Chair's position. The letter should include the applicant's general strategy for building and sustaining the Agronomy Department; Complete vita (including a description of current position and responsibilities); Three letters of recommendation from individuals who are knowledgeable about the applicant's qualifications for this position (send to search chair at the address below). Submit to Please refer to Position # 00013385 Dr. Ed Osborne, Search Committee Chair Dept. of Agricultural Education and Communication 305 Rolfs Hall University of Florida Gainesville, FL 32611-0540 Telephone: 352-392-0502, extension 231 Facsimile: 352-392-9585 Electronic Mail: ewo@ufl.edu To ensure full consideration apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu (search for requisition # 0805736), and submit the materials listed by October 8, 2010. Additional Information Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.