Director J.W. Fanning Institute Leadership Development

Position: Director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development
Position Information

Classification Title Director, Division / Department AD FLSA Faculty Rank Senior Public Service Associate Contract Type Fiscal (12 mo.) Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications

* A master's degree.

Position Summary

The Vice President for Public Service and Outreach of the University of Georgia (UGA) invites applications and nominations for the position of director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development (Fanning Institute).

The director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development (Fanning Institute) provides overall leadership and management of the unit, including responsibility for the administrative, budgetary, and programmatic operations of the institute and supervising Fanning Institute faculty and staff. The position reports directly to the Vice President for Public Service and Outreach, is a member of PSO's senior leadership team, and is based on UGA's main campus in Athens, Georgia.

In addition to providing overall leadership of the Fanning Institute, the director serves as the institute's representative within the university community and to a broad range of external clients and stakeholders. Applicants should have extensive experience in developing and managing programs that assist communities with their leadership development needs. The successful candidate will have effective communication and interpersonal skills as well as an appreciation for the complexities involved in working on varied issues in a public setting.

This is an administrative, non-tenure track Senior Public Service Associate faculty appointment.

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

* A terminal degree.

* A track record of executive level leadership managing a large staff and complex fiscal portfolio.

* A track record of using data to monitor and evaluate program effectiveness.

* A track record in applied research and scholarly activities.

* A track record of successful fundraising.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

* A deep knowledge and understanding of communities and the importance of leadership development in community vitality.

* Strong knowledge of and extensive background in leadership development, community development, or organizational development.

* A demonstrated understanding of the land- and sea-grant mission of a large public institution of higher education such as the University of Georgia.

* A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of excellence and integrity in delivering community leadership programs and services.

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?

Yes 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

* Serves as the Director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development, a Public Service and Outreach unit of the flagship, land- and sea-grant University of Georgia.

* Responsible for the overall strategic direction and programmatic operations of the institute in fulfillment of its mission to strengthen communities, organizations, and individuals through leadership development.

* Leads a team of currently 12 interdisciplinary faculty, 13 administrative staff, and multiple graduate and undergraduate students in designing, delivering, and evaluating a variety of leadership programs that focus on community, youth, and non-profit audiences.

* Responsible for developing the institute's long-term strategic plan consistent with the institutional priorities of Public Service and Outreach and the University of Georgia.

* Responsible for developing and monitoring a multi-million-dollar annual budget ($10.3 million in FY26) that is…