Associate Vice President Environmental Safety, Risk, and Resiliency

Working Title: Associate Vice President for Environmental Safety, Risk, and Resiliency

Posting Number: F2664P

Department: F&A-VP for Finance & Admin

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).). The proof is in our more than 240 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 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full‑time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

Posting Type: External

Employment Type: Employee

Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Anticipated

Start Date:

04/01/2026

Job Posting Date: 02/19/2026

Job Closing Date: 03/10/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Applicant screening will begin immediately. To be fully considered, the application packet should include:

Please note that successful applicants are responsible for ensuring their eligibility to work in the United States (i.e. a citizen or national of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, a foreign national authorized to work in the United States without need of employer sponsorship) on or before the effective date of your appointment, and maintain eligibility without sponsorship throughout your appointment.

Location of Vacancy: Athens Area

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Classification

Title:

Assoc/Asst Vice President

Faculty Rank: Administrative Faculty

Contract Type: Fiscal (12 mo.)

Tenure Status: Non‑Tenure Track

• Master’s degree and 10 years of experience in environmental safety, emergency planning, response, and/or risk management.
• Minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a fast‑paced, diverse, confidential, and dynamic work environment.

The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Environmental Safety, Risk and Resiliency reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration, with functional oversight by the Senior Associate Vice President for F&A, and provides strategic direction, leadership, and operational management for UGA’s Environmental Safety Division (ESD) and Office of Emergency Preparedness and Insurance and…