What are the responsibilities and job description for the Department Head, PEMS position at University of Arizona?
| Department Head, PEMS | |
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| Posting Number | req14579 |
| Department | Political Economy & Moral Sci |
| Department Website Link | https://moralscience.arizona.edu/ |
| Location | Main Campus |
| Address | Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights | The Department of Political Economy and Moral Science (PEMS) at the University of Arizona is seeking applications for a Department Head with excellent leadership skills, innovative teaching and mentoring, and commitment and enthusiasm for growing the PEMS program. The PEMS Department Head who reports to the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences Dean, should be a visionary who can lead a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students. We seek individuals who will promote interdisciplinary education and research; the successful applicant will also be a core faculty member in the Center for the Philosophy of Freedom. The successful candidate will have a distinguished record of scholarship and academic achievement; demonstrated leadership and administrative skills and experience, and demonstrated experience with and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion. As a faculty member, the candidate will be expected to maintain a strong and productive research program, effectively mentor and advise graduate students, exhibit excellence in graduate and undergraduate teaching, and demonstrate commitments to service to the university and public engagement and outreach. The candidate will also help to develop innovative approaches to enhancing student engagement, fostering diversity, and expanding collaborations with community and business partners. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more! The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please . |
| Duties & Responsibilities | The Director is expected to be an engaged and visionary leader who can advance the Department's mission by attracting, mentoring, and retaining the highest quality faculty, expanding and broadening the Department's student enrollment, maintaining innovative educational programs at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, recruiting and retaining excellent and committed staff, and keen to build a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community within PEMS. Fostering effective communication within the Department and among university communities and through public engagement and outreach are also key responsibilities of the position. |
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| Preferred Qualifications | |
| FLSA | Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time | Full Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week | 40 |
| Job FTE | 1.0 |
| Work Calendar | Academic |
| Job Category | Faculty |
| Benefits Eligible | Yes - Full Benefits |
| Rate of Pay | $120,000 |
| Compensation Type | salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE) |
| Type of criminal background check required: | Fingerprint criminal background check (security sensitive due to title or department) |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Target Hire Date | 1/1/2024 |
| Expected End Date | |
| Contact Information for Candidates | General questions can be directed to Political Economy and Moral Science Business Manager, Beth Zimner at bethzimenr@arizona.edu |
| Open Date | 4/21/2023 |
| Open Until Filled | Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply | Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and Three Additional Documents |
| Special Instructions to Applicant | Applications should be submitted by September 1, 2023 for full consideration and include the following documents:
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| Diversity Statement | At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness. |
The University of Arizona is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.