The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (SUNY-ESF) invites nominations and applications for the position of president. The president exercises broad responsibilities for academic, student, financial, and administrative dimensions of the institution. The new president will succeed Dr. Cornelius (Neil) B. Murphy, Jr., SUNY-ESF s outstanding leader for 13 years, who has announced his plans to step down from the presidency. The new president, working with the entire College community, has the opportunity to sustain and build upon a record of growth and innovation and to lead SUNY-ESF to new levels of excellence in service, research, teaching and national recognition.

The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry is the nation's oldest and most respected college dedicated solely to the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies and building a sustainable future. Founded as the New York State College of Forestry at Syracuse University in 1911, the College became a member of the State University of New York in 1948. In 1972, the name of the College was changed to the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry.

Today, SUNY-ESF enrolls over 1,700 undergraduate and 550 graduate students studying in 24 undergraduate and 30 graduate degree programs, including associate s, bachelor s, master s and doctoral programs in the sciences, engineering, forestry and landscape architecture. The SUNY-ESF campus occupies 18 acres in Syracuse, N.Y., and 25,000 acres in its regional campuses throughout Central New York and the Adirondack Park. The College also maintains a tropical field station in Costa Rica. The 2013 Best Colleges edition of U.S. News & World Report magazine ranks SUNY-ESF number 77 in the National Universities category, number 32 in the Public Universities category, and number 42 in the Great Schools, Great Prices category. Forbes has ranked SUNY-ESF number 54 on its list of Best Buy Colleges and third on its list of the 20 Best Colleges for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM). The College is listed in the 2013 Princeton Review Guide to 322 Green Colleges.

Position and Qualifications. As the leader and chief administrative officer of SUNY-ESF, the president exercises broad responsibilities for all aspects of the institution, inspires and guides members of the campus community, and serves as its chief representative externally. The president reports to the chancellor of the State University of New York. The ideal candidate will have, among other qualities: outstanding leadership experience; a demonstrated commitment and appreciation for the mission of SUNY-ESF; the academic or equivalent background to lead a doctoral-granting academic institution; the experience and skills to manage and guide a complex and dynamic college; strong communication skills; a strong record of financial management; demonstrated experience and leadership in fundraising across a diverse donor base; a commitment to innovation and creativity; a strong record of teambuilding and collaborative leadership at all levels; evidence of successful interactions with governing boards; a demonstrated record of building and maintaining an atmosphere of transparency and collegiality; a record of achievement in strengthening and infusing diversity in his or her current operation; a demonstrated understanding and commitment to internationalization and globalization through support for international programs and international students; and a respect for faculty and staff ideas and decisions. Additionally, this candidate will have the highest integrity; be able to develop and communicate a clear vision; have the ability to inspire others to enhance their contributions to SUNY-ESF s mission; and have energy, passion, and an abiding sense of humor.

Information for Applicants. The search committee will make its recommendations to the SUNY-ESF Board of Trustees, which in turn will make its recommendations to the SUNY chancellor and SUNY Board of Trustees. Review of candidates will begin in July and continue until the position is filled. Application materials should include: a letter describing the candidate s interest in and qualifications for the position; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers for at least five references which may include trustees, administrators, faculty, students, and community leaders. Applicants and nominators are strongly encouraged to communicate by email utilizing Word attachments.

All nominations and applications shall be confidential. Requests for information and all written nominations and applications should be directed to:
Steve Leo, Vice President
Vicki Henderson, Senior Associate
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates, LP
SUNY-ESF@storbeckpimentel.com
610-572-4296

For more information on SUNY-ESF, please refer to the College s website at www.esf.edu.

Applications from women and minority candidates are especially welcome.

SUNY-ESF is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer.





 

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