Position Function:
Mississippi State University College of Veterinary Medicine seeks candidates for the position of Animal Health Center (AHC) Small Animal Hospital Director. Candidates must have demonstrated the ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, faculty, students, and other administrators; provide leadership; and contribute to the growth and improvement of the AHC and College. The administrative time allocation for this position is 75% and at least 10% of the remaining time must be spent working on a clinical service. The scope of this search will be limited to current faculty members of Mississippi State University.
Salary Grade: UC
Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department.
Area of Specialization:
Small Animal Hospital Director
Anticipated Appointment Date:
October , 2024.
Tenure Track Status:
No.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
• • Has overall responsibility for the clinical service, student teaching, and house officer training missions of the AHC Small Animal Hospital.
• Provides leadership and direction on creating and maintaining a positive work environment and culture of appreciation within the AHC.
• Works collaboratively with the AHC Large Animal Hospital Director, AHC Director of Hospital Business Operations, and Associate Director of Clinical Staff Success to address concerns and make improvements in hospital operations.
• Addresses afterhours issues and concerns on a rotating schedule with the other AHC directors.
• Communicates with clients and referring veterinarians to address concerns and receive feedback, and to apply administrative adjustments to invoices where necessary.
• Develops and updates AHC standard operating procedures (SOPs) and policies in collaboration with service chiefs, rotation directors, and faculty, staff, and house officers. Ensures compliance with university and regulatory policies relating to the AHC.
• Works collaboratively with the AHC Director of Budget Operations, Dean, and CVM Fiscal Officer to develop and manage the AHC budget, including development of prioritized facilities needs and capital improvements.
• Works collaboratively on matters pertaining to faculty affairs, including recruitment, professional development, and leadership training.
• Works collaboratively on matters pertaining to staff affairs, including recruitment, onboarding, retention, and professional development.
• Works collaboratively with directors of other units that support the AHC such as Laboratory Animal Resources and Care (LARAC), the Diagnostic Laboratory, and Facilities.
• Oversees administrative staff in the AHC office.
• Serves as a member of the CVM Leadership Team (CLT) and leads or coordinates AHC initiatives developed by the CLT and Dean.
• Works with other members of the CLT to prepare and submit annual American Veterinary Medical Association Council on Education (COE) interim reports and prepare for accreditation site visits every seven years.
• Provides information for, and assists with the development of social media posts, web sites, e-newsletters, and print publications about the AHC.
• Coordinates with Development on gifts and initiatives pertaining to the AHC.
• Other duties as assigned by the Dean.
Minimum Qualifications:
• A minimum of 10-years of clinical experience as a faculty member at a College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM).
• Must have attained the rank of Full Clinical Professor and have experience in clinical service, teaching, research, and academic service.
• Leadership experience and willingness to engage in professional development in leadership.
• Ability to engage in collaborative leadership and work with others to address challenges and make improvements.
• Experience with leadership of clinical teams.
• Demonstrated ability to provide support on Inclusive Excellence matters.
ABDs or degree pending considered (all but DISS):
Instructions for Applying:
Link to apply: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/
Applicants must apply online at www.msujobs.msstate.edu. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Qualified applicants are invited to submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and names of three references addressed to Dr. Barbara Kaplan, Search Committee Chair, College of Veterinary Medicine, Mississippi State University, Mississippi 39762; bkaplan@msstate.edu. Applications will be submitted electronically.
Screening Date:
Sept. 20, 2024, until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:
MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.
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