The Department of Biological Sciences at the University of Alabama seeks an Arboretum Director. This position is Regular Full-time (Benefits eligible), reporting to the Department Chair. The Arboretum Director provides leadership and vision for the Arboretum's physical, educational, research service and visitor service operations. The Director oversees the day-to-day maintenance of the Arboretum and supervision of personnel. The Director is expected to provide leadership in developing, budgeting, and administering operational and fundraising activities including actively pursuing grant opportunities, and communicating with administrators, staff, faculty, and students. Required Minimum Qualifications: A Master's degree in a related field and at least one (1) year of relevant experience, preferably supervisory experience, and a demonstrated record of accomplishments with evidence for scholarly and/or research Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in horticulture, landscape architecture, or plant biology. Ph.D. in a relevant field preferred, and a record of leadership, programmatic vision, and managing staff.
Requisition Number 007306 Pay Grade/Pay Range: - Minimum - $ 34944.00 Midpoint - $ 49961.64 Job Category Administrative / Professional Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre- employment background investigation. Job Close Date 02-01-2013 Apply at: https://staffjobs.ua.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp? postingId=484753
