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UW - STEVENS POINT Director of Forestry Center in STEVENS POINT, Wisconsin
JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20813 JOB TITLE: Director of Wisconsin Forestry Center TTC Title and Code: Assistant, Associate or Full Professor FTE: 100% Principal Work Location: UW-Stevens Point, Main Campus JOB SUMMARY: The Director of the WFC is a full-time (12-month), tenure-track, Extension Specialist position that includes 80% Director responsibilities (administrative leadership, grant writing, research, Extension programming, and/or facilitation) and 20% undergraduate teaching (up to 2 courses per academic year). The WFC director plans and provides strategic direction for the Wisconsin Forestry Center (WFC) to advance the mission, goals, and objectives of the center. This position is expected to facilitate impactful Extension forestry research and outreach programming consistent with the WFC mission. The Director will be expected to connect the resources of the WFC to other CNR faculty, staff, and students as well as Extension researchers and outreach programs. The Director is expected to play a leadership and collaborative role in existing and emerging state, regional, and national forestry initiatives, teams, and opportunities. The successful candidate will be poised to be a leader in forestry and forest-related products with a track record of successful leadership, applied research, and innovative outreach. Other expectations include undergraduate and graduate student mentoring and contribution to college and university governance. Anticipated Appointment date: 8/26/2024 TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by 5/26/2024 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration. For additional details and to apply, visit the following website and search for Job ID 20813: www.careers.wisconsin.edu ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Forestry or a terminal business degree with applications to Forestry or the Forest Products Industry. Professional experience in forestry and/or the forest products industry. Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills. Outstanding communication skills (written and oral). Demonstrated budget development and management skills. Proven experience developing and fostering partnerships with stakeholders. Experience developing short- and long-term strategic plans for outreach and education programs. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated record of writing, securing, and implementing external grants and contracts. Demonstrated experience in Extension and outreach program development and delivery. Demonstrated project management skills. Experience working effectively with diverse populations. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: www.careers.wisconsin.edu