Posting Detail Information Working TitleProfessor and Department Head Position LocationFort Collins, CO Work LocationPosition is fully in-office/in-person Posting Number202500274F Proposed Annual Salary Range$215,000-225,000 Employee Benefits Colorado State University is not just a workplace; it’s a thriving community that’s transforming lives and improving the human condition through world-class teaching, research, and service. With a robust benefits package, collaborative atmosphere, and focus on work-life balance, CSU is where you can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact. + Review our detailed benefits information here. (https://hr.colostate.edu/wp-content/uploads/sites/25/2021/01/benefits-summary-afap.pdf) + Explore the additional perks of working at CSU here. + For the total value of CSU benefits in addition to wages, use our compensation calculator (https://hr.colostate.edu/total-compensation-calculator/) . + Lastly, click here for more information about why Fort Collins is consistently ranked in the top cities to live in (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) ! Position TypeFaculty Work Hours/Week40 Description of Work Unit TheDepartment of Human Development and Family Studies (https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/hdfs/) ( HDFS ) is one of eight academic programs in the College of Health and Human Sciences at Colorado State University. Recognized as a top program in the United States, the HDFS Department is committed to excellence, setting the standard in teaching, research, and outreach for examining human development across the lifespan in the context of families, schools, communities, and culture. HDFS is home approximately 90 employees, including 37 faculty, 49 administrative professionals and support staff. With more than 900 students in its undergraduate degree programs, the HDFS Department is one of the largest degree conferring departments at Colorado State University.Academic programs include Bachelor of Science degrees in HDFS , with multiple concentrations, and Early Childhood Education, leading to Colorado Early Child Education licensure in kindergarten through third grade. The Master of Science Degree in Human Development and Family Studies offers a general track and two specializations: Marriage and Family Therapy, accredited by the Commission on the Accreditation of Marriage & Family Therapy Education, and Prevention Science. The Doctoral Program in Applied Developmental Science a state-of-the-art training program in basic and applied research on human development, family, and prevention science theory and research from a lifespan ecological perspective, and the translation of research into evidence-based programs, practice, and policy. HDFS has over 60 graduate students across these degree programs and the online Master of Prevention Science Practice. Faculty and student research is supported by the largest extramural funding portfolio in the college, with scholarship that spans topics such as child and adolescent development; risk, resilience, and developmental psychopathology; treatment, intervention. and prevention science; emotion regulation and relational process; and adult development and aging. HDFS is committed to the land-grant mission of outreach and engagement. The department is home to multiple centers and community programs, including the Prevention Research Center, the Early Childhood Center, and the Centers for Counseling, Assessment and Mentoring. University and City Colorado State University (https://www.colostate.edu/) ( CSU ), a Carnegie Doctoral Research I University, was established in 1870 and remains inspired by its land-grant heritage and dedicated faculty, staff, and students. CSU is located 60 miles north of Denver in theCity of Fort Collins (https://hr.colostate.edu/prospective-employees/our-community/) . CSU enrolls approximately 33,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students and employs more than 7,500 faculty and staff. Tenure/Tenure Track?Yes % Research15 % Teaching10 % Service0 % Administration75 To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 11:59pm (MT) on11/03/2025 Number of Vacancies1 Desired Start Date07/01/2026 Position End Date Position Summary Colorado State University ( CSU ) seeks an engaged, innovative, visionary, strategic, and high-energy leader for the position of Professor and Department Head ofHuman Development and Family Studies (https://www.chhs.colostate.edu/hdfs/) ( HDFS ). This position is a 12-month, full-time faculty position. We are seeking applicants who are excited about joining a strong department and who have a proven record of academic leadership, innovative research, effective teaching and mentorship, meaningful service, and outstanding interpersonal communication and organizational skills. Successful candidates will have demonstrated high ethical standards and are expected to operate in a transparent and collegial way. Additionally, successful candidates should be responsive to the needs of faculty, staff, and students within the department and have a strong commitment to working collectively to elevate the Department of HDFS to the next level of national and international recognition. Areas of responsibility will include: · Leadership within the Department, including development of a shared vision and strategic plan; transparent communication and advocacy within and outside the department; building and supporting capacity that will advance education, research, and outreach; stressing the importance of and identifying effective approaches for faculty, staff and student retention, engagement, and satisfaction; and encouraging professional development for faculty, staff, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. · Research and Scholarship, including cultivation of an exceptional and interactive intellectual and research climate; development of strategies to promote and support procurement of external funding for department constituents (faculty and trainees); and maintaining active involvement in research and scholarly activities and in professional societies. · Fiscal Management, including effective and equitable stewardship of resources and budget prioritization; responsible budget management; and development of strategic approaches for resource/budget growth, including entrepreneurial activities. · Personnel Management, including clear expectations of job duties and performance metrics; development of equitable, high standards in teaching, research, and outreach for tenure-track and non-tenure-track faculty; development of, and involvement in, faculty and staff mentorship; and commitment to a positive work environment and conflict resolution. · Facility Oversight and Space Improvement, to meet the needs of the faculty, staff, and students. · Commitment to Excellence, for student success initiatives and faculty hiring and retention and in alignment with ourLand-Grant Mission (https://www.colostate.edu/land-grant/) . · Teaching, including strengthening the department’s commitment to maximize undergraduate and graduate student success in the classroom through a rigorous curriculum combined with exceptional student engagement, and occasionally teaching courses, providing guest lectures, and giving career advice to students. Position Supervises Approximately 90 faculty and staff Conditions of EmploymentPre-employment Criminal Background Check (required for new hires) Required Job Qualifications + Earned Doctorate in Human Development and Family Studies or a related field(e.g., Psychology, public health). + Academic credentials commensurate with a faculty appointment at the rank of Professor with tenure (mid-career Associate Professor or higher rank). + Demonstrated record of administrative, personnel management, and excellence in leadership (i.e., strategic planning, allocation of resources, and/or accountability for outcomes. + Demonstrated record of a funded research program characterized by national/international recognition. + Demonstrated commitment to promoting research excellence, evidenced by student, postdoctoral and/or faculty mentorship and leadership in grant-writing and research development opportunities. + Demonstrated record of teaching and mentoring excellence, and leadership in undergraduate and/or graduate curricular and instructional development. Preferred Job Qualifications + Experience as department head/chair, associate dean, or center, institute, program director. + Experience with assessment and accreditation/reaccreditation processes. + Demonstrated experience in maximizing faculty, staff, and student professional growth and potential. + Experience leading the tenure and promotion process and annual review of faculty and staff. + Demonstrated record of effective fundraising and donor relation experience. + Demonstrated ability to facilitate open and collaborative relationships within and external to the unit (e.g., agency or state partners). + Experience with, or strong familiarity of, community outreach in relation to a land-grant institution(s). + Familiarity with managing financial assets, comprehending fiscal systems/reports, and experience with developing and forecasting realistic budgets. Special Instructions to Applicants To apply, electronically submit a cover letter addressing the responsibilities, required and preferred qualifications of the position; current curriculum vita; statement of leadership philosophy and vision for the department; and a list of three references with email addresses and phone numbers directly to this posting. CSU is committed to full inclusion of qualified individuals. If you are needing assistance or accommodations with the search process, please reach out to the listed search contact. References will not be contacted without prior notification to candidates. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution. Background Check Policy Statement Colorado State University strives to provide a safe study, work, and living environment for its faculty, staff, volunteers and students. To support this environment and comply with applicable laws and regulations, CSU conducts background checks for the finalist before a final offer. The type of background check conducted varies by position and can include, but is not limited to, criminal history, sex offender registry, motor vehicle history, financial history, and/or education verification. Background checks will also be conducted when required by law or contract and when, in the discretion of the University, it is reasonable and prudent to do so. EEO Colorado State University ( CSU ) provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Search ContactMatt Hickey, PhD; matthew.hickey@colostate.edu Essential Duties Job Duty CategoryDepartment Management/Supervision Duty/Responsibility Leadership within the Department, including development of a shared vision and strategic plan that coordinates with the College and University goals; transparent communication and advocacy within and outside the department; building and supporting capacity that will advance education, research, and outreach; stressing the importance of and identifying effective approaches for faculty, staff and student retention, engagement, and satisfaction; encouraging professional development for faculty, staff, graduate students and post-doctoral fellows. Fiscal Management, including effective and equitable stewardship of resources and budget prioritization; responsible budget management and development of strategic approaches for resource/budget growth including entrepreneurial activities. Personnel Management, including clear expectations of job duties and performance metrics; development of equitable, high standards in teaching, research and outreach for tenure-track and non-tenure-track faculty; development of and involvement in faculty and staff mentorship; commitment to a positive work environment and conflict resolution; and facilitation of a strong culture of mutual respect and support. Commitment to Excellence, for student success initiatives and faculty hiring and retention and in alignment with ourLand-Grant Mission (https://www.colostate.edu/land-grant/) . Percentage Of Time75 Job Duty CategoryResearch Duty/Responsibility Research and Scholarship, including cultivation of an exceptional, interactive, and inclusive intellectual and research climate; strategic recruitment of outstanding new faculty to build upon existing research strengths; support and enhancement of internal and external collaborations; identification and implementation of strategies to obtain external funding and enhance donor relations for department stakeholders (including faculty, postdocs, graduate students and others) via government agencies, foundations and private donors; maintain active involvement in scholarly activities and professional scientific societies. Percentage Of Time15 Job Duty CategoryTeaching Duty/Responsibility Teaching, primarily supporting and empowering faculty to maximize undergraduate and graduate student success in the classroom through a rigorous curriculum combined with exceptional student engagement and accessibility, and by occasionally teaching courses or mentoring students, providing guest lectures, and giving career advice to students. Percentage Of Time10 References Requested References Requested Minimum Requested3 Maximum Requested3 Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). Applicant Documents Required Documents + Cover Letter + Curriculum Vitae + Special Required Documentation Optional Documents