Department Head (Internal Employment Opportunity)

Oregon State University, United States

Updated: 18 days ago
Location: Corvallis, OREGON
Deadline: 10 Apr 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Department Applied Economics (AAR)
Position Title Administrator 1-Dept Head
Job Title Department Head (Internal Employment Opportunity)
Appointment Type Professional Faculty
Job Location Corvallis
Benefits Eligible Full-Time, benefits eligible
Remote or Hybrid option?
Job Summary
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity
The Department of Applied Economics at Oregon State University (OSU) is seeking a Department Head. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 12-month, fixed term professional faculty position.

This appointment includes indefinite tenure on a 9-month basis at 1.00 FTE at the rank of full professor within the Department of Applied Economics and is expected to maintain scholarly activity in relation to research, outreach, and education.
The Department Head provides overall administrative leadership in the department for all of its education and research functions statewide. These functions consist of undergraduate and graduate teaching, research, extended education, and international activities. The Department Head oversees agricultural and resource economics programs on the Corvallis campus, the Coastal Oregon Marine Experiment Station, the Food Innovation Center and various county extension offices. Responsibilities include the coordination of departmental programs with other on-campus departments, state agencies, and other affiliated organizations. The Department Head reports directly to the Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences. The position provides opportunities to participate in departmental research and education programs.
OSU is one of only two American universities to hold the Land, Sea, Sun and Space Grant designations and is the only Oregon institution recognized for its “very high research activity” (RU/VH) by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. OSU is comprised of 11 academic colleges with strengths in natural resources, earth dynamics and sustainability, life sciences, entrepreneurship and the arts and sciences. OSU has facilities and/or programs in every county in the state, including 12 regional experiment stations, 41 county extension offices, a branch campus in Bend, a major marine science center in Newport, and a range of programs and facilities in Portland. OSU is Oregon’s largest public research university, conducting more than 60 percent of the research funded throughout the state’s university system.
Oregon State University (OSU) is located in Corvallis, a community of 55,000 people situated in the Willamette Valley between Portland and Eugene. Ocean beaches, lakes, rivers, forests, high desert, the rugged Cascade and Coast Ranges, and the urban amenities of the Portland metropolitan area are all within a 100-mile drive of Corvallis. Approximately 24,600 undergraduate and 4,300 graduate students are enrolled at OSU, including 6,700 U.S. students of color and 3,200 international students.
The university has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, multiculturalism and community. We actively engage in recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and student body that include members of historically underrepresented groups. We strive to build and sustain a welcoming and supportive campus environment. OSU provides outstanding leadership opportunities for people interested in promoting and enhancing diversity, nurturing creativity and building community.
The College of Agricultural Sciences faculty are committed to enhancing student success by engaging students in quality academic, research, internships, global studies, and other experiential learning opportunities. Positions with primary responsibility for extension and outreach are likewise committed to learner success through programming appropriate for diverse audiences.
Why OSU?
Working for Oregon State University is so much more than a job!
Oregon State University is a dynamic community of dreamers, doers, problem-solvers and change-makers. We don’t wait for challenges to present themselves — we seek them out and take them on. We welcome students, faculty and staff from every background and perspective into a community where everyone feels seen and heard. We have deep-rooted mindfulness for the natural world and all who depend on it, and together, we apply knowledge, tools and skills to build a better future for all.
FACTS:
• Top 1.4% university in the world
• More research funding than all public universities in Oregon combined
• 1 of 3 land, sea, space and sun grant universities in the U.S.
• 2 campuses, 11 colleges, 12 experiment stations, and Extension programs in all 36 counties
• 7 cultural resource centers that offer education, celebration and belonging for everyone
• 100+ undergraduate degree programs, 80+ graduate degrees plus hundreds of minor options and certificates
• 35k+ students including more than 2.3k international students and 10k students of color
• 217k+ alumni worldwide
• For more interesting facts about OSU visit: https://oregonstate.edu/about
Locations:
Oregon State has a statewide presence with campuses in Corvallis and Bend, the OSU Portland Center and the Hatfield Marine Science Center on the Pacific Coast in Newport.
Oregon State’s beautiful, historic and state-of-the-art main campus is located in one of America’s best college towns. Corvallis is located close to the Pacific Ocean, the Cascade mountains and Oregon wine country. Nestled in the heart of the Willamette Valley, this beautiful city offers miles of mountain biking and hiking trails, a river perfect for boating or kayaking and an eclectic downtown featuring local cuisine, popular events and performances.
Total Rewards Package:

Oregon State University offers a comprehensive benefits package with benefits eligible positions that is designed to meet the needs of employees and their families including:
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Basic Life. OSU pays 95% of premiums for you and your eligible dependents.
• Free confidential mental health and emotional support services, and counseling resources.
• Retirement savings paid by the university.
• A generous paid leave package, including holidays, vacation and sick leave.
• Tuition reduction benefits for you or your qualifying dependents at OSU or the additional six Oregon Public Universities.
• Robust Work Life programs including Dual Career assistance resources, flexible work arrangements, a Family Resource Center, Affinity Groups and an Employee Assistance Program.
Future and current OSU employees can use the Benefits Calculator to learn more about the full value of the benefits provided at OSU.
Key Responsibilities
60% Administration – Provide oversight of all departmental programs and activities in advising, extended education, research and scholarship, teaching, and service. Provide leadership to the Department’s development and implementation of a vision, goals and objectives that are compatible with CAS and University goals and objectives. Administers budgets. Foster relationships with clientele groups and alumni, may require driving to events and or branch experiment stations to meet with stakeholders. Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, and student and learner success.
15% Research and Scholarship – Participate in research teams addressing the economic and policy dimensions of agricultural and natural resource management issues, domestic and/or international. Professional development will be pursued through participation in professional scientific meetings and participation in workshops and other training.
15% Teaching – Serve on graduate student advisory committees and teach 1 course per year as needed and appropriate. Advise and mentor students in undergraduate and graduate programs and be committed to their learning both formally and informally. Demonstrate a commitment to student and learner success.
10% Service – Participates on department, college, and university committees and in professional organizations as appropriate to achieve departmental, college, university and professional goals.
What You Will Need
Ph.D. in agricultural or resource economics, economics or a closely related field and possess a record of teaching, research and professional accomplishments that will support tenure at the rank of Professor.
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and extended education and student and learner success.
A successful record of securing and administering grant/contract funds to support his/her own work.
Demonstrated effectiveness in communicating and working with diverse internal and external populations, including the public, other agencies, advisory groups, professional peers, and classified staff.
National or international reputation for scientific achievements in agricultural or resource economics, economics, or a closely related field, meriting appointment as a tenured full professor.
Understanding of agricultural and resource economics and evidence of interest in and likelihood of success in leading and managing an Applied Economics department.
A demonstrated appreciation for the mission of a Land-, Sea-, Sun-, and Space-Grant institution.
Demonstrated leadership abilities and administrative and budget-management experience.
This position is designated as a critical or security-sensitive position; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check and be determined to be position qualified as per University Standard: 05-010 et seq. Incumbents are required to self-report convictions and those in youth programs may have additional criminal history checks every 24 months.

This position requires driving a university vehicle or a personal vehicle on behalf of the university; therefore, the incumbent must successfully complete a motor vehicle history check, possess, and maintain a current, valid driver’s license in their state of residence, be determined to be position qualified and self-report convictions as per University Policy 05-030.
What We Would Like You to Have
Record of/commitment to work with underrepresented/underserved students or other audiences.
Life experience, education, or training that broadens capacity to equalize student success or impact underserved audiences.
Proven ability to work cooperatively and communicate with the public, government agencies, other academic disciplines, students, and classified staff.
Working Conditions / Work Schedule
Pay Method Salary
Pay Period 1st through the last day of the month
Pay Date Last working day of the month
Recommended Full-Time Salary Range Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience
Link to Position Description
https://jobs.oregonstate.edu/position_descriptions/18610

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number P07921UF
Number of Vacancies 1
Anticipated Appointment Begin Date 07/01/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date
Posting Date 03/27/2024
Full Consideration Date
Closing Date 04/10/2024
Indicate how you intend to recruit for this search Competitive / Internal
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is an Internal Employment Opportunity.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:
1) A resume/CV; and
2) A cover letter indicating how your qualifications and experience have prepared you for this position. Please speak to each qualification as listed in the job posting.
3) After reviewing the OSU mission statement at http://leadership.oregonstate.edu/trustees/oregon-state-university-mission-statement and the emphasis on diversity, please state how your background and experience has prepared you to be effective in an environment that values diversity. (Upload as diversity statement)
4) Please write a 1-2 page leadership statement highlighting your leadership style and how this style will improve the department, add value to the college, and strengthen connections to students and stakeholders. (Upload as Other Document 1)
You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.
For additional information please contact:
| Jonathan Velez
| [email protected]
OSU commits to inclusive excellence by advancing equity and diversity in all that we do. We are an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, and particularly encourage applications from members of historically underrepresented racial/ethnic groups, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, LGBTQ community members, and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.
OSU will conduct a review of the National Sex Offender Public website prior to hire.
OSU is a fair chance employer committed to inclusive hiring. We encourage applications from candidates who bring a wide range of lived experience including involvement with the justice system. This job has “critical or security-sensitive” responsibilities. If you are selected as a finalist, your initial job offer will be contingent upon the results of a job-related pre-employment check (such as a background check, motor vehicle history check, sexual misconduct reference check, etc.). Background check results do not automatically disqualify a candidate. Take a look at our Background Checks website including the for candidates section for more details. If you have questions or concerns about the pre-employment check, please contact OSU’s Employee and Labor Relations team at [email protected] .

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