The University of Minnesota invites applications for the position of Associate Director for Public Engagement Initiatives in the Office for Public Engagement (OPE). The Office for Public Engagement (OPE) is a system-wide unit that works to advance the institutionalization of all forms of public and community engagement across the University’s research, teaching, and public service/outreach missions. As a unit within the Office of the Senior Vice President for System Academic Administration, OPE works with other campus-wide and University-wide units to make public engagement a visible and important strategy for accomplishing the University’s overarching goals and priorities.
The Associate Director works with the Associate Vice President for Public Engagement to facilitate, coordinate, and manage the development, planning, and implementation of a broad range of strategic initiatives designed to further the institutionalization of high quality community-based teaching, engaged research and scholarship, and community-partnered outreach across the five campuses of the University.
Application Procedure
Candidates must apply through the University’s online employment system at www.umn.edu/ohr/employment/. To access this position enter requisition number 174649. A completed application includes a resume, a letter explaining your interest in and qualifications for the position, and the names and contact numbers of three professional references. Writing samples may be required of those selected for interviews. A criminal background check will be required of the candidate to whom the position is offered.
This position will begin as soon as possible; applications will be reviewed beginning November 1 and continuing until the position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Kathy Yaeger at 612-624-5841 or yaeger@umn.edu.