Dean of the College of Agriculture (Manhattan) Job at Confidential, Manhattan, KS

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  • Confidential
  • Manhattan, KS

Job Description

Dean of the College of Agriculture

About the Company

Respected public research university

Industry
Higher Education

Type
Privately Held, VC-backed

Founded
1863

Employees
5001-10,000

Funding
<$1 million

Categories

  • Education
  • Social Entrepreneurship
  • Universities
  • Agriculture
  • Animals & Livestock
  • Colleges & Universities

Specialties

  • education and research

About the Role

The Company is seeking a visionary and dynamic leader to serve as the Dean of the College of Agriculture and Director of KSRE. The successful candidate will be responsible for advancing the College's and KSRE's missions, with a focus on high-quality teaching, research, engagement, and extension. This role requires a cutting-edge, learner-centric leader with a proven history of successful growth initiatives, strong partnership and collaboration skills, strategic vision, and results-focused leadership. The Dean/Director will lead all academic programs, promote a team-oriented leadership approach, and drive the development and growth of the College's strategic plan. Key responsibilities include overseeing the strategic direction of the Kansas Cooperative Extension Service and the Agricultural Experiment Station, leading fundraising efforts, and strengthening relationships with community stakeholders, alumni, legislators, and industry. Candidates for this position must have an earned doctorate in a relevant field and a strong record of distinguished academic achievement. Essential qualifications include a demonstrated ability to lead, plan, and execute a strategic vision, as well as a proven track record in fund development and external fundraising. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of and commitment to the land-grant mission, including teaching, research, extension, and engagement. Preferred qualifications include experience in developing interdisciplinary and international programs, leading transformational change, and a firm grasp of the opportunities and advantages of a land-grant university with R1 status. The role also requires a commitment to shared governance and the ability to build and sustain partnerships across various communities.

Hiring Manager Title
Provost and Executive Vice President

Travel Percent
Less than 10%

Functions

  • Education/Academic Administration

Job Tags

Part time,

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