CSU announces search for Director of the Colorado Water Center

Colorado State University is hiring a Director of the Colorado Water Center (CoWC).

The CoWC director is appointed by the President of CSU to serve as the chief executive, academic, and policy officer of the Center. The director provides leadership and oversight of the Center’s portfolio of research, education, engagement, and service activities, which is developed and implemented in collaboration with CSU faculty and staff affiliates, partner higher education institutions across Colorado, and a variety of partner scholars, agencies, and organizations.

A completed Ph.D. or equivalent in a water-related field or a JD and professional focus in water-related legal and policy issues is required for this position.

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View the job vacancy announcement and apply online. For full consideration, all materials must be RECEIVED no later than 11:59 PM Mountain Time on Thursday, November 18, 2021.

Colorado State University is committed to increasing the diversity of our staff and providing culturally responsive programs and services. Therefore, we encourage responses from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We invite you to review Colorado State University’s Principles of Community that guide our mission and vision of access, teaching, service and engagement.

CSU is an EO/EA/AA employer and conducts background checks on all final candidates.

About the Colorado Water Center

The Colorado Water Center, one of 54 Water Resources Research Institutes created by the Water Resources Act of 1964, has served the greater Colorado community for nearly six decades. The Water Center leads interdisciplinary research, education and outreach to address complex and evolving water-related challenges in Colorado and beyond, fostering collaboration and inspiring the next generation of water leaders. The Center is housed within CSU’s Office of Engagement and Extension. Learn more at watercenter.colostate.edu.