Buena Vista University is seeking candidates for the Director of the Institute of Agriculture. The position will collaborate and engage with members of the BVU campus community as they develop a long-range vision for the agriculture programs, lead existing programs, seek external funding, and establish partnerships with regional agricultural businesses for the continued growth of BVU's agriculture programs and to help BVU become recognized as a national private college leader in agricultural education. The Director of the Institute for Agriculture will have the following responsibilities:
Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree, experience working in an agricultural profession is strongly recommended, experience managing a budget, fundraising, and grant experience a plus, and experience working collaboratively with multiple stakeholders. A strong candidate for the Director of the Institute of Agriculture will think creatively with a broad vision for the Institute, maintain an informed commitment to the ideals of liberal arts and professional education commensurate with BVU's 10-year Strategic Vision, be a collaborative individual with an inclusive leadership style, and sensitivity to the needs of all campus community members, have varied interests, a fresh perspective, and balanced judgment, a professional demeanor, excellent interpersonal skills, highly organized, and the ability to relate easily to a wide range of groups and individuals, excellent oral and written communication skills, and the ability to represent BVU in a variety of settings positively. This position is not eligible for an employer-sponsored visa and all applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. A background check will be completed on the final candidate. Buena Vista University is an EOE/ADA/Smoke-Free Employer and especially welcomes applications from individuals who will contribute to any aspect of the university's diversity.
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