College President jobs in Lake Charles, LA

College President plans and directs all policies, objectives, and initiatives for a single campus or institution. Develops and implements university mission and vision. Being a College President oversees all financial, academic, and operational functions. Typically requires an advanced degree. Additionally, College President typically reports to Board of Trustee. Responsible for the development of functional or business unit strategy for the entire organization. Defines corporate vision and strategy establishes company direction and focus. Executes multiple high impact initiatives to achieve overall corporate goals. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences
  • Ag Jobs
  • Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • Location : Lake Charles, LA

    Job Type: Full-Time

    Job Number: MSU021924U99375

    Division: Academic Affairs

    Opening Date: 02/19/2024

    Position/Application Information

    MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY invites applicants to apply for the position of Dean of the College of Agricultural Sciences.

    POSITION NUMBER: U99375

    POSITION INFORMATION: Reporting to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs and Enrollment Management, the Dean is expected to provide dynamic leadership in teaching, scholarly productivity, and service for the College of Agricultural Sciences. The Dean is also expected to stimulate and support collegiality, as well as a productive relationship within the University community and the area industry and business community. The position is appointed by the President of the University, and the appointment is approved by the Board of Supervisors of the University of Louisiana System. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified administrative position. The appointment is available immediately.

    UNIT: College of Agricultural Sciences

    COLLEGE OF AGRICULTURAL SCIENCES: The College of Agricultural Sciences is one of six colleges that comprise the university and has approximately 15 FTE faculty members teaching traditional agricultural sciences (agribusiness, agronomy, agricultural education, animal science and pre-vet medicine), nutritional sciences (dietetics, food science, and nutrition), and natural resource conservation management (environmental science and wildlife management). Together the departments enroll approximately 350 undergraduate and 20 graduate students. The College of Agricultural Sciences is supported by resources, including: three teaching and research farms, a federally inspected red meat processing facility, and a commercial kitchen.

    UNIVERSITY: McNeese State University, founded in 1939, has approximately 5,500 undergraduate and 500 graduate students. It offers graduate degrees across a range of disciplines including agriculture, business, education, engineering, English, creative writing, music education, and nursing. Located in a culturally diverse area with a population of more than 180,000 (Lake Charles and suburbs), the campus encompasses over 386 acres and is conveniently located to serve students from both southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas.

    DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

    APPLICATION PROCESS AND MATERIALS: For the application process, applicants MUST complete an electronic application and upload required documents listed below:
    • Letter of application
    • Current curriculum vita
    • Unofficial transcripts
    • The name, address, phone number, fax number, and e-mail address of five (5) professional references

    TO APPLY FOR THIS VACANCY, click on the "APPLY" button at the top of advertisement to complete the electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.

    ALL JOB OFFERS ARE CONTINGENT UPON THE SUCCESSFUL RESULT OF A CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECK AND RECEIPT OF OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPT(S) IF APPLICABLE.

    If you have questions regarding this position, please contact the Chair:

    Dwight Bertrand at dbertrand@mcneese.edu

    If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the HR Liaison:
    Kim Dronett at or (337) 475-5413

    Position Duties/Responsibilities

    • Serves as an academic administrator who explains and implements university policies within his or her own college.
    • Supervises development of those policies unique to the college.
    • Coordinates and supervises all activities within the college so that academic excellence will be achieved in those disciplines for which the college is responsible.
    • Promotes a desirable image for the college and university and seeks to develop continuing good relations between the university and the area which it serves.
    • Works with University Advancement to assist with fundraising opportunities for the College.
    • Coordinates the activities of the department head, program coordinators, and unit managers toward a unified effort so that goals may be achieved.
    • Supervises, counsels, and encourages the department head, program coordinators, and unit managers in their efforts.
    • Maintains current records and ensures that the department head, program coordinators, and unit managers follow his or her example.
    • In coordination with appropriate college leaders, examines and analyzes both the content and adequacy of his/her college curricula, making certain that curricula and course offerings are current and that the university catalog reflects this fact.
    • Counsels department head on faculty recruiting, development, and faculty utilization within the framework of the college.
    • Coordinates and directs student recruitment and retention campaigns for the College and departments.
    • Is responsible for fiscal matters of the college.
    • In coordination with appropriate college leadership, oversees allotment of space and coordinates maintenance of facilities.
    • Teaches a course workload of three credit hours per regular semester.
    • Other duties as assigned by Provost.

    Required/Preferred Qualifications

    • Earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution in a discipline appropriate for the college programs. Individuals not yet possessing the terminal degree will be considered if they have experience working with and/or supervising academic and research teams at the university level.
    • Experience in improving operations, problem solving, and change management.
    • Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills.
    • Evidence of successful supervision of professionals and the ability to work directly with diverse professional groups/disciplines.
    • Proven record of innovativeness and ability to foster teamwork.
    • Knowledge of assessment and continuous improvement processes.
    • Commitment to fostering a student-centered learning community.
    • Demonstrated evidence of increasingly complex managerial experiences with the ability to manage substantive and rapid growth.
    • A record of outstanding administrative leadership roles and a collaborative management style that fosters trust, respect, and successful working relationships with students, staff, deans, administrators, industry partners and community.
    • Ability to promote excellence in teaching, scholarship, and professional activity in the College.
    • Ability to resolve complex personnel issues.
    • Ability to work with community and industry partners to enhance the educational experience for our students from a local to global perspective.
    • A vision consistent with the strategic plans/goals of the College and University.
    • Experience and ability to convey his/her vision to move the College forward in cooperation with senior leadership within the College.
    • Experience in research and grant writing within the discipline.

    General University information

    McNeese State University, located in Lake Charles, Louisiana, is a public university and a member of the University of Louisiana System. Under Louisiana law, applications and all supporting materials will become public record. All applicants are expected to submit complete and accurate materials as specified in the position announcement. A background check and an English Proficiency assessment (Faculty Only) will be conducted on selected finalists. We comply with Louisiana Revised Statute 49:1001, et seq, and State of Louisiana Executive Order 98-38, which provides for drug testing of employees, appointees, prospective employees, and prospective appointees. Prospective employees and employees are informed if a drug test is required.

    McNeese State University is an AA/EEO/ADA employer committed to excellence through diversity and a SAME agency (State as a Model Employer for People with Disabilities) for the State of Louisiana.

    Persons needing reasonable accommodations as provided by the Americans with Disabilities Act should contact the ADA Coordinator, Krisshunn Youngblood, Office of Inclusive Excellence: Voice: (337) 475-5428; TDD/TTY, Hearing Impaired: (337) 562-4227; or kyoungblood@mcneese.edu.

    The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires McNeese State University to inform applicants that the University can employ only U.S. citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the U.S. Each new employee is required to present documentation verifying his/her identity and right to accept employment. McNeese participates in E-Verify.

    Louisiana Revised Statute 42:31-"Eligibility requirements for certain unclassified employees"-requires any person hired or employed in an unclassified position, whose annual salary or rate of compensation is equal to or exceeds one hundred thousand dollars, provide proof to his public employer that he has been issued a Louisiana driver's license and that all vehicles registered in his name are registered in Louisiana within thirty days of being hired or employed at such salary.

    Transcripts from Foreign Universities: Prospective faculty submitting transcripts from foreign universities or schools must have the coursework evaluated for equivalency to United States-accredited coursework by a University-approved agency. The prospective faculty member is responsible for the cost of the evaluation. McNeese typically accepts evaluations by World Education Services (www.wes.org) or Educational Credential Evaluators, Inc.www.ece.org.

    McNeese State University offers a wide array of benefits to eligible employees to include:

    Comprehensive retirement programs through the State of Louisiana or Optional program, Supplemental retirement accounts (403B and 457) pre-tax and roth versions, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Supplemental Insurance to include Vision, Life, Dental, Cancer, Intensive Care, Short Term Disability and more, Paid holidays, Tuition fee reduction program for eligible employees and dependents, Leave accrual and carryover, and many other on campus perks/discount programs.

    You may view the current year's Benefits Guide at:
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Regional Vice President
  • Evergreen Environmental Services LLC
  • Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionEvergreen North America is a leading provider of environmental and industrial cleaning solutions to the downstream and midstream energy sectors. We are leaders in each of our respective ser...
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Workforce coordinator
  • South Louisiana Community College
  • Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • Support Coordinator Workforce DivisionReturn HomeApply NowJob no : 494359Work Type : Staff Full-TimeLocations : Lake Charles, LACategories : Workforce Development & Education College : SOWELA Departme...
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Adjunct instructor
  • South Louisiana Community College
  • Charles, LA FULL_TIME
  • Adjunct Instructor - CDLJob no : 494402Work Type : Faculty - Part TimeLocations : Lake Charles, LACategories : Workforce Development & Education College : SOWELA Department : Workforce Development Typ...
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Medical Device Sales - Paid Internship
  • Medical Sales College
  • Deridder, LA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionMedical Device Sales - Paid InternshipLooking for a rewarding and lucrative career in the medical sales industry? Our paid Internship may be the right path for you!Here are just some of the...
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Medical Device Sales - Paid Internship
  • Medical Sales College
  • Sulphur, LA FULL_TIME
  • DescriptionMedical Device Sales - Paid InternshipLooking for a rewarding and lucrative career in the medical sales industry? Our paid Internship may be the right path for you!Here are just some of the...
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Director-Nursing - Recovery
  • Summit Bhc
  • Iowa, LA
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  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Security Officer Armed - ST Patrick Hospital
  • Christus Health
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • Description Summary: Uniformed position at all times. Armed Security Officer’s duties include being a visible deterrent ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Operations Management Director
  • Brown & Root
  • Westlake, LA
  • Job Description With general autonomy may manage a large project, or multiple smaller complex/independent/unrelated proj...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Mgr Business Management 3
  • Northrop Grumman
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • Location: Lake Charles, Louisiana, United States of AmericaClearance Type: NoneTelecommute: No- Teleworking not availabl...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Concierge PRN
  • The Villages of Imperial Pointe
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • The Villages of Imperial Pointe - Frontier Senior Living is currently seeking an outstanding Concierge to join the The V...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Dean, College of Agricultural Sciences
  • Mcneese State University
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • Location : Lake Charles, LA Job Type: Full-Time Job Number: MSU021924U99375 Division: Academic Affairs Opening Date: 02/...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Director for Enterprise Applications
  • Lamar State College-orange
  • Orange, TX
  • The Director for Enterprise Applications is responsible for the general oversight of the Banner ERP system, including bu...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Program Manager/Director of Rehab/Tech
  • Synergy Care
  • Dequincy, LA
  • Synergy Care is looking for a qualified Tech and Program Manager/Rehab Director for an open position in DeQuincy, LA. We...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Lake Charles, Louisiana

Lake Charles (French: Lac Charles) is the fifth-largest incorporated city in the U.S. state of Louisiana, located on Lake Charles, Prien Lake, and the Calcasieu River. Founded in 1861 in Calcasieu Parish, it is a major industrial, cultural, and educational center in the southwest region of the state. As of the 2010 census, the population was 71,993. Lake Charles is the principal city of the Lake Charles Metropolitan Statistical Area, having a population of 202,040. It is the larger principal city of the Lake Charles-Jennings Combined Statistical Area, with a population of 225,235. The 2010 pop...
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