University of Hawaii
Dean (Uhm), Soest
University of Hawaii, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, 96814
DescriptionTitle: Dean, School of Ocean and Earth Science, and TechnologyHiring Unit: Office of the Provost, ManoaPosition Number: 0089288Date Posted: September 25, 2024Closing Date: Continuous recruitment. For first consideration, submit application by October 30, 2024 as review of applications will begin on or about November 1, 2024.Employee Type: Executive/Managerial (E/M)
I. INTRODUCTIONThe School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST) is a degree granting school within the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (UH Manoa). The School’s unique location in Honolulu on the island of Oahu provides outstanding access to deep oceans, land biomes, space resources, climate and atmospheric research that attracts world-renowned faculty and staff. SOEST is globally recognized as a premier institution for research and education in geosciences and life sciences. Through a convergence of research, education and Indigenous knowledge systems, SOEST works to transform the collective understanding of Hawai‘i, Oceania, the world, and the way people live by fostering healthy and resilient communities and environments.
UH Manoa is a world-class research and academic institution focused on informing solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems. The University is a Land, Sea, Space and Sun-Grant institution, one of only six in the United States and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity (RU/VH). UH Manoa is committed to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning (NHPoL) as part of the UH Manoa Strategic Plan Manoa 2025: Our Kuleana to Hawaii and the World.
As a National Science Foundation-funded ADVANCE ‘equity in the sciences’ institution, the school is committed to uplifting and supporting science professionals with multiple intersections of identity, including indigeneity, various races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and socioeconomic strata.
II. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides research, educational, administrative and professional leadership for SOEST, and facilitates the institutional capacity of SOEST to develop new and innovative academic, research and education units and cutting-edge laboratory facilities to support the needs of a rapidly evolving global community.
Actively and meaningfully promotes the University’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural values. Given the unique character and location of UH Manoa, the Dean is expected to embrace the ethnic and cultural diversity of the University’s constituencies, and become readily knowledgeable about the Indigenous host culture, Hawai‘i, its peoples, and Hawai‘i’s role in the global arena.
Ensures that the mission and goals of SOEST are aligned with, and supportive of, the vision and strategic mission of UH Manoa and the University of Hawai‘i System.
Leadership and ManagementDirects and leads the activities, personnel, infrastructure and budget of SOEST including its academic departments, research institutes in Hawaii, the Pacific, as well as national and global programs.
Manages the overall operations of SOEST, including the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategic planning process. Oversees all administrative matters including financial management, budget planning and administration, diversifying the school's fiscal portfolio, human resources management, procurement, and major research facilities.
Exhibits a leadership style which encourages teamwork, and implements mechanisms for collaboration and shared governance among SOEST faculty, staff, and students.
Demonstrates leadership qualities by adhering to a code of ethical and moral principles, taking ownership of outcomes both positive and negative, trustworthiness, and decisiveness.
Leads with passion, strength, vision, empathy, and humility.
Communicates effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds, roles, levels, and geographies.
Advocates for a safe workplace that encourages and supports the highest standard for faculty and student research, student success, and staff equity, retention, and development.
Serves as a spokesperson for SOEST within the University, and with our numerous multicultural external constituencies at the State, Federal, and international levels.
Advocates and identifies potential resources at the University, State, and Federal government levels to sustain and grow SOEST’s research, educational, and community engagement programs.
Academic and Research ExcellencePromotes academic and research rigor that motivates faculty, staff and students to excel by supporting the creation and dissemination of new knowledge, and serving the needs of Hawai‘i, and the Asia-Pacific region around ocean and earth/climate studies.
Creates and sustains an environment that fosters a healthy faculty, staff, and student morale, academic rigor, instructional excellence, and research productivity.
Provides leadership and financial plans to meet the goals of SOEST’s strategic plan and maintains standards that continue national accreditation and state recognition of all programs.
Pursues opportunities for growth in research productivity and impact as may be measured by federal and private funding and publication rates, quality, patents, and citations.
Develops and maintains excellence in instructional and research programs through the recruitment, retention, and professional development of high-quality and diverse faculty and staff.
Encourages a community of scholars in a vibrant and collaborative workplace.
Provides leadership in Student Learning and Success; Curriculum Development; and Assessment and Evaluation of academic programs.
Ensures alignment with UH Manoa Strategic Plan Native Hawaiian Place of Learning values.
Development, Constituent Relations, and Outreach/Community EngagementBuilds community within SOEST and the State of Hawai‘i and works collaboratively to encourage connections to peoples of the Pacific and around the world.
Engages in, and encourages outreach, instructional, and community service programs.
Promotes and supports instructional, research, outreach, and community service programs that serve the community at large.
Serves as the chief public spokesperson for SOEST within the University, and to external constituencies.
Partners with UH Foundation and other entities to fundraise and cultivate major gifts.
Develops strong relationships, as SOEST’s primary representative, with government officials and legislators at all levels.
III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSPhD. or equivalent in Geosciences, Biosciences, Oceanography, Planetary Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Technology, Engineering, or closely related field(s).Five (5) years or more of professional experience in academic leadership or comparable professional experience.Attained the rank of full professor or demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment.Evidence of experience in management of research facilities or institutions.Proven effective communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated experience in promoting equity and fostering inclusivity within a work environment.Evidence of successful extramural and private fundraising.Experience with legislative processes and/or public policy.Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with multiple and diverse constituencies.Demonstrated ability to engage successfully in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment.Demonstrated commitment to consultative and collaborative processes.Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical and academic standards.
IV. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSDemonstrated experience creating and developing innovative programs/initiatives.Demonstrated experience in developing community relationships with diverse groups including Indigenous peoples.Evidence of distinguished leadership, academic, or research achievement nationally and/or internationally.Familiarity with or experience in a unionized environment in higher education.Understanding of or experience with management of world-class ocean-going research assets or other field research assets.
To Apply : A NEOGOV account must be established, and then candidates may attach the following to the online application: (1) A cover letter summarizing your interest, how qualifications are met for the position, and detailing your experience in offering research, educational, administrative, and/or professional leadership. (2) A current curriculum vitae, (3) Names and contact information of three (3) professional references.
Note : Original official transcripts are required at time of hire. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate. A background check will be made prior to employment.
Inquiries : Linda Voong, Executive Search Coordinator at uhmexec@hawaii.edu.
EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADAThe University of Hawai'i is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.
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I. INTRODUCTIONThe School of Ocean and Earth Science and Technology (SOEST) is a degree granting school within the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa (UH Manoa). The School’s unique location in Honolulu on the island of Oahu provides outstanding access to deep oceans, land biomes, space resources, climate and atmospheric research that attracts world-renowned faculty and staff. SOEST is globally recognized as a premier institution for research and education in geosciences and life sciences. Through a convergence of research, education and Indigenous knowledge systems, SOEST works to transform the collective understanding of Hawai‘i, Oceania, the world, and the way people live by fostering healthy and resilient communities and environments.
UH Manoa is a world-class research and academic institution focused on informing solutions to some of the world’s most pressing problems. The University is a Land, Sea, Space and Sun-Grant institution, one of only six in the United States and is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as R1: Doctoral Universities – Very high research activity (RU/VH). UH Manoa is committed to becoming a Native Hawaiian Place of Learning (NHPoL) as part of the UH Manoa Strategic Plan Manoa 2025: Our Kuleana to Hawaii and the World.
As a National Science Foundation-funded ADVANCE ‘equity in the sciences’ institution, the school is committed to uplifting and supporting science professionals with multiple intersections of identity, including indigeneity, various races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, abilities, and socioeconomic strata.
II. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESProvides research, educational, administrative and professional leadership for SOEST, and facilitates the institutional capacity of SOEST to develop new and innovative academic, research and education units and cutting-edge laboratory facilities to support the needs of a rapidly evolving global community.
Actively and meaningfully promotes the University’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion, and cultural values. Given the unique character and location of UH Manoa, the Dean is expected to embrace the ethnic and cultural diversity of the University’s constituencies, and become readily knowledgeable about the Indigenous host culture, Hawai‘i, its peoples, and Hawai‘i’s role in the global arena.
Ensures that the mission and goals of SOEST are aligned with, and supportive of, the vision and strategic mission of UH Manoa and the University of Hawai‘i System.
Leadership and ManagementDirects and leads the activities, personnel, infrastructure and budget of SOEST including its academic departments, research institutes in Hawaii, the Pacific, as well as national and global programs.
Manages the overall operations of SOEST, including the development and implementation of a comprehensive strategic planning process. Oversees all administrative matters including financial management, budget planning and administration, diversifying the school's fiscal portfolio, human resources management, procurement, and major research facilities.
Exhibits a leadership style which encourages teamwork, and implements mechanisms for collaboration and shared governance among SOEST faculty, staff, and students.
Demonstrates leadership qualities by adhering to a code of ethical and moral principles, taking ownership of outcomes both positive and negative, trustworthiness, and decisiveness.
Leads with passion, strength, vision, empathy, and humility.
Communicates effectively with a wide range of people from different backgrounds, roles, levels, and geographies.
Advocates for a safe workplace that encourages and supports the highest standard for faculty and student research, student success, and staff equity, retention, and development.
Serves as a spokesperson for SOEST within the University, and with our numerous multicultural external constituencies at the State, Federal, and international levels.
Advocates and identifies potential resources at the University, State, and Federal government levels to sustain and grow SOEST’s research, educational, and community engagement programs.
Academic and Research ExcellencePromotes academic and research rigor that motivates faculty, staff and students to excel by supporting the creation and dissemination of new knowledge, and serving the needs of Hawai‘i, and the Asia-Pacific region around ocean and earth/climate studies.
Creates and sustains an environment that fosters a healthy faculty, staff, and student morale, academic rigor, instructional excellence, and research productivity.
Provides leadership and financial plans to meet the goals of SOEST’s strategic plan and maintains standards that continue national accreditation and state recognition of all programs.
Pursues opportunities for growth in research productivity and impact as may be measured by federal and private funding and publication rates, quality, patents, and citations.
Develops and maintains excellence in instructional and research programs through the recruitment, retention, and professional development of high-quality and diverse faculty and staff.
Encourages a community of scholars in a vibrant and collaborative workplace.
Provides leadership in Student Learning and Success; Curriculum Development; and Assessment and Evaluation of academic programs.
Ensures alignment with UH Manoa Strategic Plan Native Hawaiian Place of Learning values.
Development, Constituent Relations, and Outreach/Community EngagementBuilds community within SOEST and the State of Hawai‘i and works collaboratively to encourage connections to peoples of the Pacific and around the world.
Engages in, and encourages outreach, instructional, and community service programs.
Promotes and supports instructional, research, outreach, and community service programs that serve the community at large.
Serves as the chief public spokesperson for SOEST within the University, and to external constituencies.
Partners with UH Foundation and other entities to fundraise and cultivate major gifts.
Develops strong relationships, as SOEST’s primary representative, with government officials and legislators at all levels.
III. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSPhD. or equivalent in Geosciences, Biosciences, Oceanography, Planetary Sciences, Atmospheric Sciences, Technology, Engineering, or closely related field(s).Five (5) years or more of professional experience in academic leadership or comparable professional experience.Attained the rank of full professor or demonstrated a record of comparable professional experience prior to appointment.Evidence of experience in management of research facilities or institutions.Proven effective communication and leadership skills, with demonstrated experience in promoting equity and fostering inclusivity within a work environment.Evidence of successful extramural and private fundraising.Experience with legislative processes and/or public policy.Experience in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with multiple and diverse constituencies.Demonstrated ability to engage successfully in a multi-cultural and multi-ethnic environment.Demonstrated commitment to consultative and collaborative processes.Demonstrated commitment to the highest ethical and academic standards.
IV. DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSDemonstrated experience creating and developing innovative programs/initiatives.Demonstrated experience in developing community relationships with diverse groups including Indigenous peoples.Evidence of distinguished leadership, academic, or research achievement nationally and/or internationally.Familiarity with or experience in a unionized environment in higher education.Understanding of or experience with management of world-class ocean-going research assets or other field research assets.
To Apply : A NEOGOV account must be established, and then candidates may attach the following to the online application: (1) A cover letter summarizing your interest, how qualifications are met for the position, and detailing your experience in offering research, educational, administrative, and/or professional leadership. (2) A current curriculum vitae, (3) Names and contact information of three (3) professional references.
Note : Original official transcripts are required at time of hire. References will not be contacted without prior notice to the candidate. A background check will be made prior to employment.
Inquiries : Linda Voong, Executive Search Coordinator at uhmexec@hawaii.edu.
EEO/AA, Clery Act, ADAThe University of Hawai'i is an
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution
and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.
Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.
Accommodation Request: The University of Hawai'i complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the EEO coordinator directly.
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