UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS AT SPRINGFIELD
CENTER FOR STATE POLICY AND LEADERSHIP
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

The University of Illinois at Springfield invites applications and
nominations for the position of Executive Director of the Center for
State Policy and Leadership

The Center for State Policy and Leadership (http://cspl.uis.edu/) is a
research and educational center devoted to public policy and leadership
excellence. Through its research, training programs, publications,
public forums, and media services (Illinois Issues magazine, a public
radio station, and electronic media services) the Center plays an active
role in encouraging informed policy decision making and civic
engagement.  The Center has an annual budget of over $7 million and a
staff and faculty of over 100. The Executive Director reports to the
Provost of the University of Illinois, Springfield and has chief
responsibility for the development of the Center's strategic plan,
external funding, day-to-day operations, and financial management. 

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of four years successful
administrative, supervisory, and fiscal experience; substantial
experience in higher education and public affairs; qualify for an
appointment as an associate or full professor in an academic department
at UIS, including a terminal degree and scholarly credentials; and have
evidence of successful grant seeking and fundraising, strategic
planning, oral and written communication skills, a collaborative,
team-building leadership style, and the ability to lead and work with
university, government, and other external constituencies.  The search
committee will also consider uniquely qualified candidates who possess a
widely-recognized record of public service and leadership in government
and more limited academic experience. The salary and an appointment as a
tenured faculty member are negotiable.

Located in the state capital, the University of Illinois at Springfield
(www.uis.edu) is one of three campuses of the University of Illinois.
The UIS campus serves approximately 4,500 students in 20 graduate, 1
doctoral, and 21 undergraduate programs. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until an
appointment is made.  For best consideration, materials should be
received by November 14, 2005  Application materials should include a
letter addressing how the candidate's experiences match the position
requirements; a curriculum vita; and the names, titles, email and
business addresses, and telephone numbers of three  references.
Electronic submission of the application materials is allowed.
Confidential requests for information and application materials should
be sent to:  
 

Chair, Executive Director Search Committee
Office of the Provost, PAC 528
University of Illinois at Springfield
One University Plaza
Springfield, Illinois 62703-5407
Fax: 217-206-7623
Email: [log in to unmask]

UIS is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Minorities,
women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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