Coordinator of the Leadership Academy

To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 8/28/2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after this date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled.

About the Role

The College of Agricultural Sciences is seeking a Coordinator of the Leadership Academy. This is a full-time (1.00 FTE), 9-month, professional faculty position beginning Fall of 2026. The coordinator will oversee the Leadership Academy, guide development efforts, and provide administrative expertise to support its continued growth and development.

The purpose of the Leadership Academy is to develop the whole student to succeed and thrive as they advance their careers to provide food, fiber, water, fuel, and shelter for the growing world. The College of Agricultural Sciences Leadership Academy, jointly serving the College of Forestry, prepares students to effectively lead themselves and others by providing vital leadership perspectives from academic and industry professionals. The program aims to produce graduates who are lifelong learners and leaders in their industries, with the vision, passion, and drive to make an impact in their world.

Responsibilities

• Establish, maintain, and oversee all program communications.
• Develop and maintain a robust advertising, marketing, and development plan for the Leadership Academy.
• Design, develop, and conduct Leadership Academy development campaigns (e.g., End of year, Dam Proud, Giving Tuesday) and promote industry sponsorships.
• Establish and maintain donor relations.
• Represent the Leadership Academy at donor-specific events, including field days, open houses, dean’s dinners, and career fairs.
• Connect with and cultivate relationships with alumni, guest speakers, and program supporters.
• Assist and facilitate weekly seminar leadership development workshops.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in agricultural sciences, fisheries and wildlife, forestry, natural resources, business, administration, education, or leadership; OR an equivalent combination of education and at least 3 years of experience in agricultural sciences, fisheries and wildlife, forestry, natural resources program development, administration, or leadership education.
• This position is designated as critical or security-sensitive; the incumbent must successfully complete a criminal history check.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in agricultural sciences, fisheries and wildlife, forestry, natural resources, business, administration, education, or leadership.
• Demonstrated experience and success in managing organizational marketing and/or development (fundraising).
• Experience working effectively with colleagues across units and levels of an organization.
• Ability to create and facilitate the distribution of marketing and fundraising materials.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing inclusive excellence.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Evidence of advanced skills in written and oral communication.

Pay

Salary range: $45,000 - $60,000

Schedule

This is a 9-month, academic-year position with an anticipated start date of September 16, 2026.

For additional information, contact Jonathan Velez at Jonathan.velez@oregonstate.edu or (541) 737-1336.