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Dean of the College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Science

The University of Arizona (U of A) invites nominations and applications for the position of Dean of the College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences (CALES). This is a pivotal opportunity for a visionary and strategic leader to guide one of the nation's leading and most innovative agriculture, life, and environmental sciences colleges into its next era of excellence and impact.

The next dean will provide bold, future-focused leadership to position CALES as a next-generation land-grant college that is deeply connected to communities statewide, nationally, and internationally. In alignment with the University's strategic imperatives, key priorities for the next dean include articulating a compelling vision that inspires faculty, staff, students, and partners to new levels of academic excellence and public value; modernizing curricula to enhance student success; advancing interdisciplinary research; and championing Cooperative Extension as a cornerstone of statewide impact.

The dean reports to the provost and chief academic officer and oversees a $145 million budget. This leader will serve as the public face of CALES, forging partnerships with industry, government, alumni, tribal communities, and other community stakeholders, and driving resource development through fundraising and advocacy. The role also requires a strong statewide presence, with regular engagement across county offices, tribal nations, and experiment stations to strengthen relationships and understand local needs firsthand. Success will require strategic vision, strong financial acumen, administrative and organizational leadership experience, and the ability to unify the college around shared purpose and innovation.

The ideal candidate will embody the University of Arizona's land-grant mission and commitment to serving the people of Arizona through teaching, research, extension, and community engagement.

Outstanding U of A benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; U of A/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to U of A recreation and cultural activities; and more!

Duties & Responsibilities

Essential Duties:

• Articulate and Advance a Compelling Vision for CALES
• Shape Innovative Programs and Enhance Student Success
• Champion the Land-Grant Mission and Elevate Cooperative Extension
• Generate New Resources and Serve as a Spokesperson for CALES
• Recruit, Develop, and Retain Exceptional Faculty, Staff, and Leaders
• Advance CALES' Financial Health and Capacity

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Vision and Strategic Planning, Management, Exemplary Communication, Conflict Management, Collaboration and Partnership, Shared Governance, Leadership, Financial Acumen, Fundraising and External Engagement

Minimum Qualifications

A doctoral degree and a distinguished record of excellence in teaching, research, extension, and service are required for a tenured faculty appointment within the College of Agriculture, Life & Environmental Sciences at the rank of full professor. Proven record as an academic leader- such as department head, associate dean, institute director, or other senior administration-with experience fostering collaboration, empowering teams, and championing faculty and staff across tenure-track and career-track roles. Experience managing complex budgets with transparency and strategic foresight; ability to navigate financial constraints while aligning resources with priorities. Proven ability to build and sustain strong external partnerships, expand donor bases beyond traditional sectors, and secure significant philanthropic support to advance the college's mission.