Degrees offered by the department include the Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy. The Department Head is the key contact person for the Georgia Poultry Federation and the poultry industry which is the largest segment of agriculture and agribusiness in Georgia. This position represents a unique opportunity to develop relevant teaching, research and extension programs in a dynamic and growing University. Qualifications An earned doctorate in a discipline closely related to the department's mission. The successful candidate must be committed to student recruitment and to the integration of extension and academic programs.
Administrative experience is desirable and evidence of leadership is required.
The Department Head will provide visionary leadership and will administer and coordinate relevant and high quality teaching, research and extension programs consistent with the mission of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. The successful candidate will provide leadership, promote professional development of departmental personnel and relate to and work productively with members in related departments and colleges in the University System as well as other academic, private and public constituents. Specific responsibilities include personnel recruitment and performance evaluations, coordination of promotion and tenure processes, program planning and implementation, budget allocation and accountability, and management of physical facilities. The Department head must work effectively with and represent faculty within the University, the academic community, and appropriate state and federal agency personnel . Salary Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.