Director of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government

Posting Details

Posting Number F0751P Working Title Director of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government Department PSO Carl Vinson Institute of Govt About the University of Georgia

The University of Georgia ( UGA ), a land-grant and sea-grant university with statewide commitments and responsibilities is the state’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( http://www.uga.edu/ ). UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA was founded in 1785 by the Georgia General Assembly as the first state-chartered University in the country. UGA employs approximately 1,800 full-time instructional faculty and more than 7,600 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 36,000 students including over 27,500 undergraduates and over 8,500 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 17 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

About the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia, a land-grant and sea-grant institution, is an international leader in outreach programming and statewide engagement. As part of UGA’s outreach mission, the division of Public Service and Outreach ( PSO ) works to help create jobs and prosperity, develop the state’s leaders, and solve critical statewide challenges. More information can be found at: www.outreach.uga.edu.

Information regarding the Carl Vinson Institute of Government, one of the eight PSO units, can be found at: www. CVIOG .uga.edu.

College/Unit/Department website Posting Type External Retirement Plan TRS or ORP Employment Type Employee Benefits Eligibility Benefits Eligible Underutilization Advertised Salary Anticipated Start Date 01/01/2021 Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings) Job Posting Date 10/28/2020 Job Closing Date 11/13/2020 Open until filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Compensation will be determined by the qualifications of the successful applicant. This is an administrative, untenured public service faculty appointment. Candidates will be considered for the position if materials are received by November 13, 2020. Application materials should include a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and list of four references. All applicants must apply through UGAJobs to be considered for the position. Please use the following link to apply: http://www.ugajobsearch.com/postings/174782.

Location of Vacancy Athens Area EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, genetic information, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).


Position Details

Classification Title Director, Division / Department AD FLSA Faculty Rank Senior Public Service Associate Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track Minimum Qualifications

Terminal degree

Position Summary

The Vice President for Public Service and Outreach of the University of Georgia ( UGA ) invites applications for the position of director of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government.

The director of the Vinson Institute is responsible for planning, directing and managing the delivery of governmental services, applied research and training to all levels of government in Georgia. The director also manages the large administrative, personnel, and fiscal operations of the unit. The position is high-profile as it interacts with important external governmental stakeholders with varying interests and backgrounds in Georgia. The position requires significant travel for meetings with elected and appointed officials and governmental associations. The director maintains a presence in Athens (home base) and in the Institute’s office in Atlanta. The director is a member of PSO’s senior leadership team.

Along with overall management of the Carl Vinson Institute of Government, the director represents the Institute within the university community and with broad and diverse constituencies outside the University. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are required as well as an appreciation for the complexities involved in working on varied issues in a public setting.

Key Responsibilities:
• Plan, direct and manage a coordinated strategy for the delivery of governmental services, applied research and training to all levels of government in Georgia;
• Partner with broad constituencies outside the University to make governments of all levels more effective and efficient;
• Manage personnel, programs, and budgets of the Institute;
• Work to secure external contracts, grants and private funding to support the unit’s portfolio of work;
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with governmental leaders at the state and local level including: executive branch officials, legislators, agency personnel, judicial administrators, mayors, county commissioners, city council members, city and county managers, city and county clerks, and governmental associations in Georgia and nationally;
• Partner with outreach and academic units within the University to further UGA’s outreach mission in Georgia, including the seven other PSO units, the Office of the Vice President for Government Relations, the Atlanta economic development office, and the School of Public and International Affairs;
• Maintain and strengthen the Institute’s expertise in and reputation for providing neutral, objective data-driven expertise to state and local government; and
• Work to enhance the Institute’s reputation as the nation’s largest university-based provider of governmental services and training.

Additional Requirements

A terminal degree in public administration, political science, law, or related field.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• A distinguished record of managing a comprehensive governmental, economic development or community development service-delivery organization within a large public university
• A track record of executive level leadership managing a large staff and fiscal portfolio
• Extensive background working with state and local governments and a track record of maintaining effective relationships with elected and appointed officials, agency department heads and staff, and other public officials
• A track record of successful fundraising

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• A deep understanding of the state of Georgia, its governmental structures, demographics, and communities
• A demonstrated understanding of the land-grant mission and the University’s role as a public service and outreach organization
• A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of excellence and integrity in delivering services and training to all levels of government

Physical Demands Is this a Position of Trust? Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources? Yes Does this position require a P-Card? Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position? Is driving a responsibility of this position? No Does this position have direct interaction or care of children under the age of 18 or direct patient care? Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications) Credit and P-Card policy

Be advised a credit check will be required for all positions with financial responsibilities. For additional information about the credit check criteria, visit the UGA Credit Background Check website.



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