Apply for Job Job ID366476 LocationTwin Cities Job FamilyAcademic Full/Part TimeFull-Time Regular/TemporaryRegular Job Code9362 Employee ClassAcad Prof and Admin Add to Favorite Jobs Email this Job About the Job The director will provide strong intellectual leadership and guidance for the WRC, and will work to advance the Center's research, extension, and education to the very forefront of Water Resource Centers worldwide, while maintaining a strong emphasis on water issues of importance to Minnesota. The director will be expected to work closely with non-profit and for-profit sectors, government, and other educational organizations, in shaping and fostering the outreach programs of the Center. This will include leading teams that translate scientific findings to application and practice, and articulate water science and policy findings in public forums as well as to industry and individuals. It is expected that the director will form an external advisory committee and will be responsible for developing comprehensive five-year strategic plans for the WRC. The successful candidate must have the ability to provide innovative leadership and vision, management skills and insight, and adeptly manage relationships across a wide spectrum of institutions and intellectual disciplines. Fostering an organizational and educational climate that promotes and celebrates interdisciplinary excellence is an important priority; thus, the candidate must have experience leading interdisciplinary research projects and facilitating collaboration across a wide range of disciplines, including the natural and social sciences, engineering, and policy. It is important that the candidate has a record of successful fundraising, including major research grants. The director will provide leadership to accomplish the WRC goals, to encourage and strengthen the links between University water resources research and Extension, and to strengthen graduate education and training in water resources science. The director will have responsibility for managing and directing staff, budget planning and oversight, and programming to develop innovative and effective methods of delivering high-impact programs. This position is 100% time and reports to the Dean of CFANS with an initial administrative appointment for three years and annually renewable thereafter, depending on successful performance and funding. The position is reviewed annually by the Deans of CFANS and University of Minnesota Extension. Reporting to the director are the WRC associate director, professional and academic staff managing WRC programs, and administrative staff supporting various programs and core center functions. This is a full-time 12-month academic professional and administrative position, and tenure is not a requirement to hold the position. However, tenured faculty are encouraged to apply and successful applicants may seek tenure at the University of Minnesota in the department within CFANS that best suits their disciplinary expertise. Candidates who do not currently hold a tenured position may complete the tenure review process as laid out in the University's tenure policies. Responsibilities Leadership and Vision Provide vision and direction for the WRC's collaboration with local, state, regional, national, and international agencies and organizations. Position the University of Minnesota as a convener on key water issues by providing objective, relevant, and high-quality research and outreach products. Expand the WRC's national and international involvement by developing research links with other agencies, institutions, and foundations as appropriate. Enhance the multidisciplinary nature of WRC's research and education activities by increasing collaboration across campus and actively participating in interdisciplinary committees and activities. Improve the integration of research, education, and outreach within the Center and across campuses within the University. Research and Academic Le dership Lead, where able, and otherwise support multidisciplinary, multi-investigator research projects. Manage and expand the WRC portfolio of research projects, particularly in relation to water use and impacts in agricultural and forestry activities. Work closely with the co-Directors of Graduate Studies of the Water Resources Science graduate program to provide effective leadership, ensure exceptional training and student education, and serve as an effective liaison with faculty. Oversee all WRC grants programs, including the awarding and management of National Competitive Grants (104G awards) to Minnesota researchers from the USGS Water Resources Research Act program. Serve as the primary principal investigator of the Base Grants (104B awards) from the Water Resources Research Act program. Financial and Resource Management Secure and expand financial resources through a diversity of funders. Work with development staff to increase gifts and endowments to the WRC. Oversee the administration of the USGS Water Resources Research Institute Program grant, including application for annual grants and the submission of all required reports. Ensures compliance for administration and use of grant funds from a variety of agencies, private sector and NGO sponsors. Representation and Outreach Represent the WRC, CFANS, Extension, and/or the University of Minnesota on councils, boards, and committees within and beyond the university community, or appoint a WRC representative when appropriate (e.g., University of Minnesota Water Council, Minnesota Clean Water Council, boards of NIWR and UCOWR). Serve as National Institutes for Water Resources (NIWR) delegate for Minnesota and attend annual meetings in Washington, DC. Serve as the lead delegate of the Universities Council on Water Resources (UCOWR). Engage external advisory committees to connect with WRC clients and collaborators. Serve as Co-chair of the annual Water Resources Conference and participate on the planning team for the conference every year. Administrative Management Manage WRC senior staff who oversee research and Extension programs. Supervise office staff, manage the center budget, and develop an annual budget. Represent the WRC within CFANS and Extension, including participation in College Leadership Council meetings. Qualifications Required Qualifications: Ph.D. (or equivalent terminal degree) in water resources science, environmental or natural resource sciences, agricultural sciences, environmental policy, environmental social sciences, resource or agricultural economics, or closely related field. Experience in leadership and management positions. Demonstrated effectiveness in interdisciplinary settings and engagement with diverse audiences and stakeholders including agency leaders, commodity groups, elected officials and industry leaders. A record of securing extramural funding in support of water-related research projects. Experience in conducting water-related research and publishing peer-reviewed work. Experience in Extension or outreach program development and/or delivery and experience in constituent engagement... For full info follow application link. 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