Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Chair Search Plan

Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering Chair Search Plan Advertisement Description

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at the University of South Florida (USF), Tampa Campus, invites applications for the position of Department Chair, with an expected start date in Fall 2026. This position offers a leadership opportunity in a highly productive and growing CEE department at a top‑50 public research university. We seek an accomplished scholar and dynamic leader who will guide a highly productive faculty, respect and strengthen the department’s collaborative culture, address faculty and students’ needs, and foster continued excellence in research, teaching, and service.

The successful candidate is expected to provide both a strategic vision and day‑to‑day management for the CEE Department, enhance its visibility, while advancing its role in achieving the strategic mission of the College of Engineering.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing strategic leadership.
• Managing departmental operations.
• Promoting a vibrant and collaborative research culture.
• Advancing excellence in teaching and mentoring across all programs.
• Recruiting, mentoring, and retaining talented faculty and staff.
• Broadening participation among students, faculty, and staff.
• Managing resources and budgets effectively and transparently.
• Strengthening relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
• Collaborating with other department chairs and college leadership.

• Eligibility for appointment as a tenured full professor in a CEE department at a Carnegie R1 institution.
• An earned doctoral degree in CEE or a closely related field from an accredited research institution.
• Demonstrated understanding of the CEE discipline and community.
• Proven leadership experience in higher education administration.
• A strong commitment to high‑quality pedagogy, curricular and student development.

• A proven commitment to fostering a collegial, collaborative, and supportive departmental culture.
• Demonstrated availability, responsiveness, and excellent communication skills.
• A proven ability to develop and sustain enduring relationships with alumni, donors, industry partners, and local, state, and federal agencies and organizations.
• A strong record of leadership in securing competitive and significant research funding, including multidisciplinary research initiatives, from various sources.
• A strong record of scholarship with publications in top‑tier journals and conferences in CEE.
• Long‑standing engagement in mentoring faculty, students, and staff, to promote their professional development and long‑term success.
• Proven leadership in recruiting, program development, team building, and staff supervision.
• Effective budget management practices in consultation with faculty and staff.

An application package should include a cover letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position, a curriculum vitae (CV), a detailed letter of interest (1‑2 pages) outlining your leadership interests, philosophy and experience, and contact information for at least three professional references. Applicants must electronically submit the application packet as one PDF file to the following website: https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). (Job Opening # 42289).

Applications will be considered starting immediately until the position is filled.

USF is an equal‑opportunity, equal‑access academic institution that embraces diversity in the workplace. The University of South Florida does not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, genetic information, national origin, pregnancy, race/color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other unlawful basis. Dual‑career couples with questions about opportunities are encouraged to contact the Dean’s Office. To request disability accommodations in the application and interview process, please notify Melanie Salarbux at (727) 873‑4290 or Khoa Dinh at (813) 974‑9272 at least five working days in advance.

Pursuant to Title IX, USF does not discriminate on the basis of sex in education programs or activities that it operates. Such protection extends to students, employees, admission, and employment. Questions or inquiries concerning the application of Title IX may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator or to the U.S. Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights. The most current contact information for the USF Title IX Coordinator and resources can be found on the USF Title IX webpage .edu/title‑ix.

Job Requisition # 42253