Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Position Summary

The University of Georgia ( UGA ) invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in the College of Veterinary Medicine. The Director is responsible for the management of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in cooperation with the Hospital Board and for oversight of the Veterinary Medical Center campus. The Director works with the Hospital Board in developing budgets, hospital policies and procedures, and matters pertaining to hospital personnel. The Director oversees all fiscal responsibilities for the hospital, which includes equipment, personnel, and operating expenses. The Director cooperates with department heads and the College administration in carrying out the activities of the hospital that involve their faculty. This role serves on the College Administrative Council and Executive Cabinet, and reports directly to the Dean.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicant screening will begin immediately. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by Thursday, February 1, 2024; however, screening will continue until the position is filled. The application packet should include a cover letter detailing how the applicant’s credentials and experience meet the needs, responsibilities, and qualifications stated above; a current resume; and contact information for three references (who will not be contacted without further correspondence with the applicant).

To request a descriptive Opportunity Profile for this position, provide a nomination, or seek additional information, please contact Anjanette Russell, Primary Consultant with the UGA Search Group, 770-596-7596 or adsmith@uga.edu . Letters of recommendation or a simple nomination should include the name and contact information for the nominee.

Posting Details

Posting Number

F1835P

Working Title

Director of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital

Department

UHR-HR Search Services

About the University of Georgia

Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education ( https://www.uga.edu/ ). The proof is in our more than 235 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. 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 employs approximately 3,000 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 40,000 students including over 30,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 18 schools and colleges, as well as a medical partnership with Augusta University housed on the UGA Health Sciences Campus in Athens.

As one of the top public universities in the nation, UGA offers a culture of academic excellence and opportunity made all the richer by our renowned faculty, diverse community of scholar-citizens, and vibrant student life program.

About the College/Unit/Department

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946 and listed among the nation’s top ten veterinary institutions by multiple ranking bodies, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The College’s programs benefit pets, food-producing animals, horses, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital, diagnostic, and outreach services. Equipped with some of the most technologically advanced diagnostic and research facilities located on a university campus, the College is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that threaten both animal and human health. The College makes significant contributions to Georgia’s agriculture industry, which has a state economic impact of over $70 billion. More information about the College can be found at https://vet.uga.edu/ .

In March 2015, the College’s Veterinary Teaching Hospital moved into a new, state-of-the-art, world-class animal healthcare facility where over 30,000 cases are seen annually. The hospital is part of the UGA Veterinary Medical Center, which also includes an education building for teaching veterinary students. The Center encompasses just over 300,000 square feet, and was built to enable the College of Veterinary Medicine to better meet its students’ educational needs, its current and future patient care demands, and to encourage and facilitate clinical research. The Veterinary Teaching Hospital website is located at https://vet.uga.edu/hospital-clinic/hospital/ and a virtual tour of the facilities can be viewed here .

College/Unit/Department website

https://vet.uga.edu/hospital-clinic/hospital/

Posting Type

External

Retirement Plan

TRS or ORP

Employment Type

Employee

Benefits Eligibility

Benefits Eligible

Underutilization

Advertised Salary

Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated Start Date

07/01/2024

Effective End Date (for Limited-Term postings)

Job Posting Date

11/20/2023

Job Closing Date

Open until filled

Yes

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).

USG Core Values Statement

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .

Position Details

Position Information

Classification Title

Director, College/Division/School AC

FLSA

Faculty Rank

Open Rank

Contract Type

Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status

Non-Tenure Track, Tenure Track, or Tenured

Minimum Qualifications

A DVM degree or equivalent degree

Additional Requirements

• At least two years veterinary clinical experience
• At least two years of management experience in a large veterinary practice or teaching hospital

Based on credentials and experience, the successful candidate will be appointed as an academic faculty. Academic faculty can be a Clinical (non-tenure track), tenure track, or tenured faculty member at the Associate or Full Professor level, or Academic Professional, depending upon qualifications.

To be eligible for tenure upon appointment, candidates must be appointed as an Associate or Full Professor, have been tenured at a prior institution, and bring a demonstrably national reputation to the institution. Candidates must be approved for tenure upon appointment before hire.

Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion and Tenure of Academic Rank Faculty can be found here .
Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Clinical Faculty can be found here.
Guidelines for Appointment and Promotion of Academic Professionals can be found here.

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

• A post- DVM degree or advanced clinical training in a specialty
• At least nine years of post- DVM experience
• At least five years of experience in large business operations and/or advanced training in business management

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Understanding of the role of a major veterinary teaching hospital within a land-grant university and embrace its tripartite mission of teaching, research, and clinical service
• An excellent communicator who possesses strong interpersonal, administrative, leadership and business management skills
• A strategic thinker and an excellent mentor

Physical Demands

Is this a Position of Trust?

Yes

Does this position have operation, access, or control of financial resources?

Yes

Does this position require a P-Card?

No

Is having a P-Card an essential function of this position?

No

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?

No

Does this position have Security Access (e.g., public safety, IT security, personnel records, patient records, or access to chemicals and medications)

Yes

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 .

Background Investigation Policy

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including, a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of Georgia; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials (including reference checks) as they relate to the job-based requirements of the position applied for; and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre-employment drug test for positions with high-risk responsibilities, if applicable. Please visit the UGA Background Check website .

Duties/Responsibilities

Duties/Responsibilities

The Director is responsible for the management of the Veterinary Teaching Hospital in cooperation with the Hospital Board and for oversight of the Veterinary Medical Center campus. The Director works with the Hospital Board in developing budgets, hospital policies and procedures, and matters pertaining to hospital personnel. The Director oversees all fiscal responsibilities for the hospital, which includes equipment, personnel, and operating expenses. The Director cooperates with department heads and the College administration in carrying out the activities of the hospital that involve their faculty.

Percentage Of Time

100

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Applicant Documents
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. List of References with Contact Information

Optional Documents

1. Other Documents #1