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University of Colorado - Boulder Chancellor - 32257 University Staff

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Who We Are:

The State of Colorado's flagship university, CU Boulder is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities. Located on the Front Range of the Rocky Mountains on one of the most beautiful campuses in the US, CU Boulder is distinguished by an entrepreneurial mindset that shapes its teaching, research, and industry activities. It is committed to diversity and equality in employment and education.

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) is a leading comprehensive graduate public research university and one of only 38 public research institutions in the Association of American Universities (AAU), a group of institutions recognized as America's leading research universities. CU Boulder ranks as the #20 top university granting U.S. patents, the top 50 university for NSF research funding, and the first university to achieve a STARS Gold rating for sustainability. 136 CU Boulder based startups have raised $3.8B. CU Boulder is the number one university for NASA awards and has been a home to or affiliated with 3 U.S. Supreme Court justices, 5 Nobel Prize winners, 5 National Medal of Science winners, 9 MacArthur genius grant fellows, 51 members on the National Academy, 18 Boulder-affiliated astronauts and since 2006, 51 Fulbright fellows.

Position Summary:

The University of Colorado Boulder (CU Boulder) Chancellor is the campus's chief executive officer and shall be the chief academic, fiscal, and administrative officer responsible to the president for the conduct of the affairs of the campus in accordance with the policies of the Board of Regents.

The Chancellor will establish a vision that will propel CU Boulder into the future and further raise the University's visibility nationally and internationally. They will have a true appreciation for research and scholarly work across disciplines and will possess their own body of scholarly work. A prolific fundraiser, they will create and implement a collaborative vision for advancement. They will have a deep commitment to teaching, research, discovery, and service and a true allegiance to shared governance, academic freedom, and fostering an inclusive campus culture that encourages innovation and entrepreneurism. They will bring a diversity of thought informed by a varied background and wide- ranging experiences.

CU Boulder leadership opportunities include: advancing the CU Boulder's mission; shaping tomorrow's leaders; advancing diversity, equity and inclusion; fostering innovation; driving CU Boulder's commitment to sustainability; building partnerships and community engagement; increasing philanthropic support; supporting and leveraging CU Boulder athletics; positive impact on humanity; and serving the State of Colorado.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provide dynamic, inclusive leadership, support excellence in teaching, research, scholarship, and creative work, and is responsible for the administration of the academic, administrative, student support, alumni, and athletic programs of the Boulder campus.

• Reports to the President

• Work with other CU chancellors and the president on system strategic goals

• Ensure balanced support for STEM and creative work including performing and fine arts.

• Cultivate support for research, innovation, and tech transfer.

• Collaboratively develop, maintain, and evolve strategic plans to realize the campus vision and mission amid the constantly evolving higher education landscape in the state, nation, and world.

• Work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and student governance groups to promote shared governance and seek input on major decisions.

• Ensure the existence of a respectful, safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for all members of the campus community while embracing diversity in all its forms.

• Grow and strengthen the university's diverse community including students, faculty, and staff and actively enhance a culture of inclusivity.

• Manage campus resources - fiscal, human, and physical - in a manner that is consistent with the vision and mission of the campus and the university.

• Advocate for students and be responsible for promoting and improving the recruitment, retention, and graduation rates of all students.

• Take primary responsibility for development and fundraising activities for the campus and for representational activities with alumni, donors, friends of the university, local government, and business and community leaders.

• Lead a comprehensive fundraising campaign to begin in the next year.

• Work to reduce any systemic differences in retention and graduation rates among campus communities.

• Assist the System Office of Government Relations in promoting the campus with State and Federal officials.

• Work to effectively convene and facilitate campus constituents to set and achieve tactical and strategic priorities.

• Make difficult decisions under circumstances where information is incomplete and perspectives are in conflict.

• Contribute to the development and communication of the campus' mission, priorities, and goals.

• Be responsible for institutional policies regarding all aspects of life at the campus consistent with the laws and policies of the Board of Regents.

• Be responsible for sensitivity and responsiveness to alumni, local community, and elected officials.

• Attend all Board of Regents meetings, reporting and updating the Board on the Boulder campus.

• Drive the university's commitment to sustainability both through programmatic work and campus operations.

What We Offer:

Salary: The anticipated hiring range has been established at $627,800 - $829,800. There is also housing provided and car allowance with the Chancellor role.

CU takes into consideration a combination of the selected candidate's education, training and experience as it relates to the position, as well as the position's scope and complexity, internal pay equity and external market value when determining a salary level for potential new employees.

Benefits: CU Boulder offers an unparalleled range of benefits, including top-notch healthcare, comprehensive wellness programs, enriching professional development, and a dynamic work-life balance, we ensure your holistic growth and happiness.

• No-cost or low-cost medical & dental plan options, some inclusive of IVF assistance.Disability, Life, Vision Insurance options.

• Multiple retirement planning options including a mandatory 401(a) plan where CU contributes 10% of your gross pay, a 401k or 403b plan and a 457 deferred compensation plan.

• Pre-tax savings plans, such as Health care and Dependent care flexible spending accounts.

• Embrace a healthy work-life balance with ample sick and vacation leave, along with at least 12 paid holidays. This includes a dedicated week off for winter break.

• 4 weeks of parental leave to adjust to the joys of parenthood.

• Tuition Benefit of 9 waived credits for eligible courses on any CU campus per academic year for employees, as well as options for your dependents.

• Many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.

Qualifications:

• A doctorate or terminal degree and a record of research, scholarship, and/or creative work in an academic field sufficient to be awarded tenure at CU Boulder.

• Demonstrated deep commitment at the leadership level to the academic and research missions at the R1 institution level.

• Deep experience in the administration of large complex organizations, at the R1 and/or AAU institution level.

• Deep understanding of higher education and fully versed in trends and able to look out over the horizon, anticipate change, and innovate.

• Demonstrated leadership skills and significant background in research.

• Commitment to excellence in instructing, research, scholarship, creative work, discovery, and community service.

• Commitment to academic freedom, freedom of expression, tenure, and shared governance.

• Demonstrated excellence in institutional leadership and resource development.

• Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, and implement complex strategic goals and program initiatives that require the effective management of resources from multiple sources over short and longtime frames.

• Demonstrated ability to raise resources from state, federal, corporate, foundation, and private sources.

• Demonstrated commitment to and experience championing diversity in all forms and actively contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.

• Demonstrated record of addressing problems efficiently and effectively.

• Demonstrated record of attracting and cultivating high-caliber faculty and staff, with a steadfast dedication to fostering diversity, promoting inclusivity, and advancing equity within academic and professional environments.

• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of an executive team in a large and complex organization and within a university system.

• Ability to advance substantive policy and programmatic strategies requiring fiscal, human, and capital resources.

• Significant experience in collaborating with a full range of internal constituents including faculty, staff, students, administrators, and other higher education professionals.

• An understanding of athletics and familiarity with Title IX.

• A high level of interpersonal skill in working with all levels of an organization.

• Ability to communicate effectively with a full range of external constituents, including alumni, donors, members of the media, legislators, and other officials in governmental and private entities.

• Demonstrated commitment to developing and cultivating an innovative and entrepreneurial culture.

• Willingness to consider organizational change as one of the means to address the challenges and anticipated future needs for the changing landscape in higher education.

• Demonstrated high moral and ethical standards.

• Ability to effectively navigate a complex political climate.

• Proven leadership in forging private and public partnerships.

• Demonstrated compassionate leadership.

How to Apply:

Rod McDavis, Monica Burton, Kimberly Templeton and Sally Mason with AGB Search are assisting the Office of the President in this search. Applications and nominations are now being accepted. To review the posting on AGB's website please click here . Applicants are encouraged to submit materials through the AGB Search application portal ( bit.ly/3stLkR9 ) by the target date of January 26, 2024 . Any inquiries or questions should be directed to ABG Search at CUBoulderChancellor@agbsearch.com (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4903752&targetURL=CUBoulderChancellor@agbsearch.com)

Application materials should include:

1. A curriculum vita or resume

2. A letter of interest that addresses the leadership opportunities, desired experiences and attributes

3. Contact information for five references (to be contacted at a later date with candidate's permission)

We strongly encourage submitting application materials as PDF attachments. The search will be conducted with a commitment of confidentiality for candidates until finalists are selected. Initial screening of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an appointment is made.

Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: The recruitment for this position is being handled by AGB Search. Please direct all inquiries and applications to CUBoulderChancellor@agbsearch.com (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4903752&targetURL=CUBoulderChancellor@agbsearch.com) . Please DO NOT apply on the CU Careers site. This posting is for advertising only.

Job Category : Executive

Primary Location : Boulder Department: B0001 -- Boulder Campus - 40001 - Chancellors Office

Schedule : Full-time

Posting Date : Jan 2, 2024

Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: AGB Search Posting Contact Email: CUBoulderChancellor@agbsearch.com (https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=4903752&targetURL=CUBoulderChancellor@agbsearch.com) Position Number: 00410101

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The University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, disability, creed, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, political affiliation, or political philosophy. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.