Director of Landscape Architecture & Department Chair

University of Florida; Gainesville (FL); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Florida seeks a visionary leader and educator to serve as Director of the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning and Chair of the Department of Landscape Architecture. This twelve-month appointment is eligible for tenure-upon-hire and is available starting July 1st, 2027.

The School and Department The University of Florida is a top-tier public, comprehensive, land-grant research institution offering BLA, MLA, and PhD in Landscape Architecture, with a collaborative

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in landscape architecture or equivalent professional qualification.
• Distinguished record in teaching, research or creative scholarship with tenure upon hire.
• Administrative experience managing budgets, personnel and curriculum.
• Demonstrated cross-disciplinary collaboration and communications with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning and the Department of Landscape Architecture.
• Advance teaching, research, and community engagement aligned with UF's mission.
• Develop strategic plans, foster intercollegiate and international partnerships.
• Cultivate fundraising, donor relations, and alumni connections.

Skills

Collaborative leadership

Communication of value to government/;

Education

Terminal degree in landscape architecture

PhD or licensure in landscape architecture

Job description

The University of Florida seeks a visionary leader and educator to serve as Director of the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning and Chair of the Department of Landscape Architecture. This twelve-month appointment is eligible for tenure-upon-hire and is available starting July 1st, 2027.

The School and Department The University of Florida is a top-tier public, comprehensive, land-grant research institution offering BLA, MLA, and PhD in Landscape Architecture, with a collaborative