[ES_JOBS_NET] Geosciences Department Head Position--Colorado State University

[Jeremy Caves Rugenstein]

Hello Colleagues,

The Department of Geosciences at Colorado State University is hiring a 
new Department Head. Join us and lead us into the future!

Position Summary:

The Department Head is the administrative and academic leader of the 
Department of 
GeoscienceswithintheWarnerCollegeofNaturalResources.TheDepartmentHeadisprimarily 
responsible for leadership and administration of teaching, research, 
extension, and service 
activitiesofdepartmentalpersonnel.Thisisafull-time,12-monthappointment(comprisedofa 
9-month tenured position with an administrative stipend).

TheDepartmentofGeosciencesiscurrentlyundergoingexcitingchangesincludingacurricular 
revision of the undergraduate major and expansion of our analytical 
capabilities in petrology 
andgeochemistry.WeseekaDepartmentHeadwhoiseagerandexcited 
tocontributetoand facilitate completion of these important and timely 
efforts.

WestronglyencouragethosewhowillfurtheradvancetheWarnerCollegeofNaturalResources 
commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, including 
those from historically underrepresented groups, to apply for this 
position. We welcome applicants with a range of experiences, including 
those new to an administrative and leadership position.For the full 
position description, see https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/134718 
<https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/134718>.

Applicationsmustbereceivedby11:59pm(MT)on*1/12/2024*forfullconsideration. 
The preferred start date is August 2024.CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and 
conducts background checks on all final candidates.

Contact the search chair Dr. Kenneth Wilson 
(Kenneth.wilson at colostate.edu) for more information.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Jeremy Rugenstein

on behalf of the Geosciences Department Head Search Committee

Sara Rathburn, Sean Gallen, John Singleton, Stephanie Kampf

Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving 
community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition 
through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust 
benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, commitment to *diversity, 
equity and inclusion* 
<https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/>, and focus on 
work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting 
impact.

Description of Work Unit

Geosciences is one of five academic departments in the Warner College of 
Natural Resources. The other departments are: Forest and Rangeland 
Stewardship; Fish, Wildlife and Conservation Biology; Ecosystem Science 
and Sustainability; and Human Dimensions of Natural Resources. General 
information about the Warner College of Natural Resources and 
departments can be accessed at *www.warnercnr.colostate.edu* 
<http://www.warnercnr.colostate.edu/>.

The Department has 16 tenure-track and one full-time Master Instructor 
faculty. Faculty expertise spans Earth surface processes, isotope 
geochemistry, sedimentology, mineral deposits, solid Earth and applied 
geophysics, structural geology, tectonics, geodynamics, hydrogeology, 
paleoclimatology, glaciology and petrology. The Department offers a B.S. 
undergraduate major in Geology, with concentrations in geology, 
hydrogeology, geophysics, environmental geology, and M.S. and Ph.D. 
degrees in Geosciences. The Department currently has approximately 100 
undergraduate majors and 60 graduate students.

*Mission: *The mission of the Department of Geosciences is to achieve 
excellence in teaching, research, service, and outreach. Our curriculum 
prepares students for careers in geosciences, including basic and 
applied research, and the management of geological resources, hence 
providing a comprehensive approach to the study of geosciences. 
Research, service, and outreach activities emphasize physical and 
chemical processes affecting Earth’s interior and surface, as well as 
human intervention to solve environmental and resource management problems.

Colorado State University is a land grant university with about 33,000 
students located in Fort Collins, Colorado (population ~175,000). Fort 
Collins residents enjoy a high quality of life, a regionally moderate 
cost of living, and the city is often rated as one of the best places to 
live in the United States. The city has numerous bike paths, a vibrant 
downtown, and is adjacent to the Rocky Mountains with easy access to 
many outdoor activities. Fort Collins is approximately 1-hour north of 
metropolitan Denver and the Denver International Airport.

Required Job Qualifications

  * Earned doctorate in Geosciences, Earth Systems or a closely related
    field.
  * 6+ years of experience with education, research, outreach, and
    academic accomplishments.
  * Academic administrative experience.
  * Academic accomplishments that meet the requirements for a tenured
    full professor.

Preferred Job Qualifications

  * Demonstrated success in administrative duties, budgeting, and
    programmatic development and growth.
  * Demonstrated interpersonal and leadership skills in communicating
    with and mentoring faculty, staff, and students.
  * Demonstrated success in creating and fostering community and
    collaborative environments, creative initiative and problem solving,
    and conflict resolution efforts.
  * Demonstrated ability to work as part of an interdisciplinary
    leadership team.
  * Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion through research,
    teaching and outreach with relevant programs, goals, and activities.
  * A record of success in working collaboratively with government,
    tribal management agencies, the private sector, and other scientific
    organizations.
  * A record of scholarly contributions to knowledge in geosciences and
    demonstrated expertise in this field.
  * A record of excellence in teaching and mentoring at the
    undergraduate and graduate level in a Geosciences program.
  * Experience conducting development activities and a willingness to
    lead Departmental development efforts.

Applicants should submit:

  * Curriculum vitae
  * Cover letter, including a vision for how the candidate plans to
    integrate with and lead the department for the future
  * Summary of past, current, and anticipated future research; teaching
    experience, and philosophy; and service and outreach philosophy (2-3
    page Separate Doc loaded to the ‘Other’ field);
  * Diversity statement (please indicate past, present, and anticipated
    activities for promoting equity, inclusion, and diversity) (1-page
    Separate Doc);
  * Names, affiliations, and email addresses of professional references
    (at least three from academic institutions, no more than five
    total). Letters will be requested for the finalists. References will
    not be contacted without prior notification of candidates.

Submit above materials electronically to the following site by 1/12/2024 
for full consideration.

Applications and nominations may be considered until the position is 
filled. Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in the 
announcement to be considered for hire. Mailed or emailed applications 
will not be accepted.

Application materials of finalist candidates, including letters of 
reference, will be made available for review by the entire faculty of 
the Department of Geosciences

CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are 
needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please 
reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted 
without prior notification to candidates.
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