Job postings Specialist - Outreach-Fixed Term Back to search results Apply now Job no: 935724 Work type: Faculty/Academic Staff Major Administrative Unit / College:College Of Agriculture And Nat Resources Department:Agricultural Food And Resource Economics Sub Area:FAS- Fac./Acad Staff Salary:Salary Commensurate with Experience Location: East Lansing Categories: Administrative/Business/Professional, Agriculture, Fixed Term Academic Staff, Full Time (90-100%), Non-Union Position Summary The Director of the Center for Local Government Finance and Policy is located in the MSU Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics and works in concert with MSU Extension leadership. This position oversees and manages two key MSU Extension programs within the Center: 1) local government finance, and 2) public utility regulation, economics, finance, accounting, and ratemaking. These two program areas work on enhancing public official decision-making through training, engagement, and applied research. In the local government financial program area, the Director provides leadership to staff and directly engages with state and local government officials in areas such as public budgeting and finance, infrastructure financing and regulation, intergovernmental cooperation, state and local taxation, and governmental organization and cooperation. The Director will provide leadership to staff in their roles and be responsible for producing applied research and engaging in extension curriculum development and extension programming. The Director is responsible for overseeing the Centers' Extension programs and applied research in the areas of state and local public finance, the financing and operations of core infrastructure including water, transportation, and electricity. In the public utility area, the Director is responsible for overseeing staff, faculty, and courses that seek to build skills and knowledge for public utility regulatory officials and staff, consumer advocates, environmental regulators, publicly and privately owned utility personnel, and other stakeholders engaged in utility regulation. Continuing education classes include fundamentals of economic regulation, accounting and ratemaking, engineering and economics of power grids, and advanced courses. These programs serve the national and international utility policy communities. The position requires the ability to engage in applied economic and policy analysis of key issues facing state and local governments, develop supporting materials, and publishing results in appropriate outlets. The Director works with colleagues in designing, coordinating, and presenting educational programs for appointed and elected Michigan local government officials. On-going established programs include training newly elected officials and board/committee chairs in budgeting and finance, as well as workshops for local officials on new federal and state programs. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining strong working partnerships with Michigan's local government associations. The Director also holds internal administrative responsibilities including center budget management and grants management, performance reviews, and seeking out external funding and grants. The Center Director also serves as a resource and key participant in the MSU Extension Government and Public Policy team. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status. Required Degree Masters -agricultural economics, economics, management Desired Degree Doctorate -agricultural economics, economics, management Minimum Requirements The successful candidate is expected to have a Master's degree or Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, management, public administration, law, or a related field, and five years or more of related professional experience. Required Application Materials For consideration, submit your application online at. Upload the following required documents: a) letter of interest that includes qualifications for the position and a statement highlighting how your experiences align with the position; b) current curriculum vitae; c) a description of how you will contribute to our diversity, equity, and inclusion goals; and d) contact information for three professional references. Special Instructions Review of Applications: Screening of applicants will begin on April 30, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Review of Applications Begins On 04/30/2024 Department Statement The Department of Agricultural, Food, and Resource Economics: One of the leading departments in the United States, AFRE counts over 35 faculty, 60 graduate students, and approximately 400 undergraduate students. For more information on the department, see:. Location: The position will be based at Michigan State University in East Lansing, MI, USA. Michigan State University (MSU) is one of the top research universities in the world and home to nationally ranked and recognized academic, residential college, and service-learning programs. MSU is a diverse community of dedicated students and scholars, athletes and artists, and scientists that provide regional, national, and international leadership in basic and applied research and excellence in teaching. In addition, consistent with its Land Grant origins, the MSU community pursues international engagement and provides strong extension programs that partner with diverse stakeholders to provide much-needed research in the areas of food, energy, water, and the environment. MSU enjoys a park-like campus with outlying research facilities and natural areas. The campus is located in the city of East Lansing, adjacent to the capital city of Lansing. The Lansing metropolitan area has a diverse population of >500,000. Local communities have excellent school systems and place a high value on education. The University is proactive about its obligations under the ADA, and provides individual accessibility plans to students and employees with disabilities. Michigan State University is also proactive in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career families, both inside and outside the University, and respects all family forms. Information about MSU's dual career and other support can be found at Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: The College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at Michigan State University is committed to achieving excellence by creating and sustaining an accessible and inclusive culture that values cultural and academic diversity. We are an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. The CANR is particularly interested in candidates of all backgrounds who are committed to the principle that academic excellence is achieved through open access and proactive inclusion. Candidates are invited to view AFRE community norms at Salary and Benefits: Salary will be commensurate with qualifications. MSU offers a generous benefits package (details at). MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture that encourages all people to reach their full potential. We actively encourage applications from, and nominations of, women, persons of color, veterans, persons with disabilities and other individuals who can contribute to the intellectual diversity and cultural richness at Michigan State University. MSU is committed to providing a work environment that supports employees' work and personal life, and offers employment assistance to the spouse or partner of candidates for faculty and academic staff positions. MSU Statement Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges. Advertised: Mar 18, 2024 Eastern Daylight Time