The Associate Director for Extension is responsible for administering and managing the Extension Program in accordance to applicable federal and state laws and regulations and university policies. The incumbent is accountable for providing leadership, coordination, supervision and assistance necessary to plan, implement and maintain an effective and efficient Extension Program. The Associate Director of Extension works in close collaboration with the Dean and Director of the School of Agriculture, Research, Extension and Applied Sciences.
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Knowledge Skills and Abilities
•Demonstrated leadership skills, vision, and ability to identify and build on the strengths of a successful Extension organization.
•The ability to think strategically and build consensus and engage the staff and administration in collegial and constructive decision making.
•Significant and successful administrative experience.
•Strong management skills, including experience in financial management, strategic planning, and team-building; and
•The capacity and desire to lead the Extension organization in educational programs and technical assistance initiatives.
•Committed to excellence and effectiveness in educational programming and experience in conducting applied research are essential.
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Qualifications
An earned PhD in an appropriate field from an accredited institution; he/she should be at the Rank of Associate Professor (in current position) and has the ability to obtain rank and tenure as Professor in the School of Agriculture, Research, Extension and Applied Sciences at Alcorn State University.
