Associate Dean and Associate Director of Extension

Summary

 

The Associate Dean/ Associate Director of Extension will assist the Dean and Director of Land-Grant Programs in the administration, reporting, and review of the WVSU Extension Service programs.  The Associate Dean/Associate Director of Extension supervises the activities of Extension staff as well as students and volunteers of WVSU Extension Service programs. 

 

The Associate Dean/Associate Director is also responsible for the administrative oversight of the operation and maintenance of the facilities and equipment associated with the WVSU Extension Service.  A successful candidate will assist Extension professionals in securing funds for program development and expansion and enhance partnerships and collaborations with other institutions, industry, and state and federal agencies.  This may include collaborations with partners such as the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the West Virginia Department of Agriculture, and the West Virginia University Extension Service.

 

This is a full-time, 12-month position employed by the West Virginia State University Research and Development Corporation.

 

Essential Functions

 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

• Provide leadership for strategic planning and prioritizing of Extension programmatic needs. Provide day-to-day leadership of the WVSU Extension Service. Coordinate preparation of the five-year plans of work required by the USDA. Prepare annual reports of progress on Extension programs as required by USDA. Communicate funding opportunities and deadlines to team members in an effective manner Provide data and reports related to Extension programs and efforts to various groups and constituents, both internal and external. Provide leadership to ensure up-to-date information is available to stakeholders, faculty and others through a variety of communications, such as web presence and publications. Ensure compliance with all USDA NIFA funding guidelines Ensure Civil Rights Compliance by the Extension Service by providing oversight and making recommendations as needed. Actively engage with and develop relationships with funding agencies, program managers, industry, commodity groups and other stakeholders. Collaborate with the Associate Dean of the WVSU Agricultural and Environmental Research Station to promote faculty, student and staff engagement through the development of community and institutional partnerships, strengthening the relationship between the University and the public the University serves. Other duties as assigned

 

 

Required and Desired Skills and Traits

 

• Strong written and oral communication skills Demonstrated ability to positively engage with faculty, staff, students, and external constituents Demonstrated leadership experience Commitment to diversity Sound judgment Ability to interpret and administer policies Ability to communicate technical concepts and ideas to individuals and groups

                                               

 

Supervisory Responsibilities

 

This position supervises all employees of the WVSU Extension Service.

 

 

 

Competencies

 

1. Technical Capacity. Personal Effectiveness/Credibility. Thoroughness. Collaboration Skills. Communication Proficiency: Oral and written. Flexibility. Extensive software skills are required, as well as Internet research abilities.

Work Environment

 

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

 

 

 

Physical Demands

 

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

 

Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Summer schedule is Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. However, due to the nature of the job performed, flexible hours, including evenings, weekends and occasional overnights, may be required. 

 

 

 

Travel

 

Travel to attend state, regional, and national conferences and workshops is expected.

 

 

 

Required Education and Experience

 

An earned Ph.D. from an accredited institution of higher education in the field of, agriculture, agricultural education, Extension, nutrition, early childhood development or other field relevant to the work of Cooperative Extension is required.  A minimum of 3 years of experience as an Extension Program Leader or academic department chair required. 

 

 

 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

 

Demonstrated administrative skills and experience; possess a strong record of obtaining extramural funding as a principal investigator and the ability to meet eligibility requirements to work in the United States at the time of appointment is scheduled to begin and continue working legally for the proposed term is required. Must possess a valid driver’s license in good standing.

 

 

 

Other Duties

 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

 

 

 

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

 

This position is designated as security-sensitive. Before an offer of employment is made, a pre-employment background investigation will be completed, which may include a criminal background check, educational, DMV and prior employment. 

 

 

 

To Apply

 

Preferred: Information accepted as emailed in a Microsoft Word or PDF format to rdemployment@wvstateu.edu. Qualified candidates may submit a cover letter, resumé, unofficial transcript and contact information for three professional references (name, title, address, phone number, and email address).

 

                     

 

Closing date: This position will remain open until filled. However, first consideration will be given to applicants who reply by August 15, 2022.

 

 

Hard copy applications may be sent to:

 

 

 

ATTN: Search Committee for Associate Dean/Associate Director for Extension

West Virginia State University Research and Development Corporation

PO Box 1000, 201 Byers Admin. Bldg.

Institute, WV 25112