Posting Detail Information Working TitleColorado Water Center Director Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition qualifies for hybrid/in-office work Research Professional PositionNo Posting Number202401939AP Position TypeAdmin Professional/ Research Professional Classification TitleSenior Management Level II Number of Vacancies1 Work Hours/Week40 Proposed Annual Salary RangeThe salary range for this position is $180,000 - $200,000. Starting salary will be commensurate with education and experience. Employee Benefits 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 todiversity, 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. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on12/09/2024 Description of Work Unit The Office of Engagement and Extension ( OEE ) advances CSU’s land grant mission of access, strengthening connections and extending the university’s reach across Colorado and beyond. In addition to the Colorado Water Center, the division includes CSU Online, CSU Extension, professional and continuing education, and the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute ( OLLI ).Vice President for Engagement and Extension James Pritchett (https://learn.colostate.edu/about-us/engagement-extension-leadership/) , PhD, leads the division, including strategic planning, administration, and operations for research, learning and engagement activities, reporting to CSU’s 16thPresident, Amy Parsons (https://president.colostate.edu/) . OEE’s work promotes prosperity in communities and catalyzes engagement and research for local and global impact. OEE advances opportunities for all learners, from 4-H youth development to OLLI’s programming designed for learners aged 50 and better. Together the 400 faculty and staff of the division align on a shared purpose to empower lifelong learning; expand access to education; promote prosperity in communities; and advance engagement and research for impact. OEE’s work is collaborative across CSU’s colleges with strategic partnerships throughout Colorado, the West and nationally. CSU earned the Carnegie Foundation’s classification for Community Engagement (https://learn.colostate.edu/about-us/) in 2000 and 2015, demonstrating important aspects of institutional mission, identity, and commitment to engaged scholarship. In 2019, CSU introduced a Continuum for Engaged Scholarship, adapted from the International Association for Public Participation as a framework to identify the breadth of engaged research, teaching and service activities. Learn more about the work of OEE atlearn.colostate.edu. The Colorado Water Center (CoWC) serves as a hub for water-related research, engagement, outreach, and education. Established as one of the 54 Water Resources Research Institutes created by the Water Resources Act of 1964, the CoWC, serves as a convener of critical conversations addressing the complex water challenges faced in Colorado and beyond. CoWC is dedicated to bridging gaps between communities, scientists, policymakers, and educators, aiming to convene diverse voices in water management and elevate sustainable practices, leveraging expertise from across Colorado’s higher education system to address evolving water challenges. The Center is headquartered at CSU’s Fort Collins, Colo. campus, with specialists working throughout the state and partners across the country and world. The CoWC is currently developing a Western Water Policy Institute to be headquartered at the Hydro Building at the CSU Spur Campus in Denver (csuspur.org/hydro/). Visit the CoWC website for additional information:watercenter.colostate.edu. We are committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to reviewColorado State University’s Principles of Community (https://inclusiveexcellence.colostate.edu/about/principles-of-community) that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service, and engagement. Colorado State University encourages professional development and provides anEmployee Study Privilege (https://hr.colostate.edu/current-employees/benefits/other-benefit-programs/academic-privileges/) with up to nine credit hours of tuition assistance annually. Position Summary The CoWC director is appointed by the President of CSU to serve as the chief executive, academic, and policy officer of the Center, reporting directly to the Vice President for Engagement and Extension. The director provides leadership and oversight of the Center’s portfolio of research, education, engagement, and service activities, which is developed and implemented in collaboration with CSU faculty and staff affiliates, partner higher education institutions across Colorado, and a variety of partner scholars, agencies, and organizations. The director facilitates planning and continuous improvement of the Center’s activities, supported by a statutory external advisory committee The director also develops strategic, staffing, and budget plans to implement an innovative and impactful water agenda that addresses state and regional needs and is accountable for raising extramural resources through grants, contracts, gifts, and program fees. In addition, the director is a critical public voice and recognized national expert on water scholarship and policy issues, representing the Center at various water-related organizations, convenings, and policy conversations. Finally, the director engages in extensive travel to fulfill the expectations of the position. The director also serves as a key member of the Office of Engagement and Extension’s executive leadership team, promoting impactful engaged scholarship to fulfill CSU’s land-grant mission. This position may be considered for a concurrent continuing (non-tenured) or tenured faculty appointment if the individual possesses an outstanding record of achievement that merits appointment as such within one of CSU’s academic units. Required Job Qualifications + A Ph.D. or equivalent in a water-related field, or a JD and professional focus in water-related legal and policy issues, or a candidate with substantial professional experience in water resources or a related field. + At least 5 years of service in a leadership position at a university, government, or other relevant organization. + Demonstrated understanding of western water-related issues and policy. + Demonstrated understanding of the academic research and scientific process. + Administrative experience managing personnel and budgets. + Track record of strong written and oral communication skills for a diversity of audiences and stakeholders, including the general public. + Demonstrated experience leading and engaging in collaborative partnerships and connecting communities through outreach and engagement. + Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent and sustained effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity outcomes. + Must have a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain a driver’s license or access to a licensed driver by the employment start date. Preferred Job Qualifications + Experience working at the nexus of education, research, policy and implementation on water issues (particularly of the western United States). + More than 5 years of service in a senior leadership position at a university, government, or other relevant organization. + Experience and demonstrated success working with a variety of stakeholders on water-related issues in rural and urban communities. + Extensive leadership and administrative success, including hiring, leading, and developing staff, managing a significant budget, raising revenue, leading teams, and managing complex programs and projects. + Demonstrated problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities. + Demonstrated ability to navigate contentious issues in ways that facilitates open, objective, and collaborative relationships with the University community and external constituencies. + Extensive experience working in or partnering with institutions of higher education. + Experience working with county, regional, and statewide Extension programs. + Experience developing, teaching and/or overseeing degree-seeking and non-credit educational programs using multiple modalities. + A record of achievement and credentials enabling a concurrent continuing (non-tenured) or tenured appointment within a CSU academic unit. Diversity Statement Personal or professional commitment to diversity and inclusion as demonstrated by persistent effort, active planning, allocation of resources and/or accountability for diversity and inclusion outcomes. Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryPeople and Program Management Duty/Responsibility + Accountable leader for implementation of the Colorado Water Center budget, operations, and complex programmatic strategy through the division’s operational units and teams. Functions include hiring, leading, developing staff and teams, and raising revenue. + Organizes work units and workflow for fulfilling division’s objectives. + Provides supervision and direction for the division’s directors and senior leaders. + Develops division plans for staffing, development, and performance management. + Assures relevant policies, procedures, and reporting are followed throughout division. Percentage Of Time35% Job Duty CategoryStrategic Leadership Duty/Responsibility + In consultation with the VPEE and OEE leadership, provides strategic leadership of the day-to-day administration of the Colorado Water Center. + Integrates information from multiple functions and departments to inform strategy for OEE generally and Colorado Water Center specifically in line with CSU , OEE , and the Colorado Water Center missions and goals related to advancing general understanding of water-related environmental, economic, and societal leading issues and promoting research, conversations and community engagement and collaboration across the state, regionally, nationally, and globally. + Resolves complex issues with long-term impact through development of division policies, operational processes, and resource development and allocation strategies. + Leads reviews, analyses, and evaluation of division operations and outcomes to identify strategic opportunities for growth and improvement. Percentage Of Time25% Job Duty CategoryCampus and Community Engaged Scholarship Duty/Responsibility + Represents OEE and the Colorado Water Center in collaborations with colleges, divisions, and offices throughout CSU . + Represents OEE and the Colorado Water Center in partnerships with professional organizations, government agencies, and stakeholder organizations. + Deliver critical public voice and recognized national expert on water scholarship and policy issues, representing the Center at various water-related organizations, convenings, and policy conversations. + Catalyzes interdisciplinary, applied water research to serve stakeholder. Percentage Of Time40% Application Details Special Instructions to Applicants For full consideration, allmaterials must be RECEIVED no laterthan 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Monday, December 9, 2024. Please submit the following to apply: + Resume + Cover letter + Special Required Documentation – Statement (no more than 5 pages) of how you meet all applicable “Required” and “Preferred” Job Qualifications. Please respond to each bullet point separately. All applicants will be contacted approximately 15 working days after the deadline regarding their status. Next steps and interview dates will be shared to those moving forward. Four professional references will be requested of applicants that advance in the interview process. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. For questions regarding the application process, contact the Talent Acquisition office atHR_TA@colostate.edu. For questions regarding the job vacancy, responsibilities, and salary, please contact Jennifer Gimbel atJennifer.Gimbel@colostate.edu. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. 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. Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires), Valid Driver’s License, Travel - Must be willing and able to travel frequently and extensively, particularly throughout Colorado. Search ContactJennifer Gimbel at Jennifer.Gimbel@colostate.edu EEO Statement Colorado State University is committed to providing an environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based on race, age, creed, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, or pregnancy in its employment, programs, services and activities, and admissions, and, in certain circumstances, marriage to a co-worker. The University will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. Colorado State University is an equal opportunity and equal access institution and affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Colorado State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. TheOffice of Equal Opportunity (https://oeo.colostate.edu/) is located in 101 Student Services. The Title IX Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Title IX Programs and Gender Equity, 123 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-1715,titleix@colostate.edu. The Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is the Director of the Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, CO 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. The Coordinator for any other forms of misconduct prohibited by the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment is the Vice President for Equity, Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 101 Student Services Building, Fort Collins, Co. 80523-0160, (970) 491-5836,oeo@colostate.edu. Any person may report sex discrimination under Title IX to theOffice of Civil Rights, Department of Education (https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html) . Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested Maximum Requested Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Resume + Cover Letter + Special Required Documentation Optional Documents