Director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development
Job Details
Posting Number: F2662P
Working Title: Director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development
Department: UHR-HR Search Services
About the University of Georgia
Since our founding in 1785, the University of Georgia has operated as Georgia’s oldest, most comprehensive, and most diversified institution of higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta.
About the College/Unit/Department
The Fanning Institute is dedicated to strengthening communities, organizations, and individuals through leadership development, training, and education.
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Anticipated Start Date: 08/01/2026
Job Posting Date: 02/19/2026
Open until filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicant screening will begin immediately. Candidates are encouraged to submit their materials by Sunday, April 26, 2026; however, screening will continue until the position is filled.
Minimum Qualifications
- A master’s degree.
Position Summary
The director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development provides overall leadership and management of the unit, including responsibility for the administrative, budgetary, and programmatic operations of the institute and supervising Fanning Institute faculty and staff. This is an administrative, non-tenure track Senior Public Service Associate faculty appointment.
Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification
- A terminal degree.
- A track record of executive level leadership managing a large staff and complex fiscal portfolio.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Serves as the Director of the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development.
- Responsible for the overall strategic direction and programmatic operations of the institute.
- Leads a team of currently 12 interdisciplinary faculty, 13 administrative staff, and multiple graduate and undergraduate students.
- Responsible for developing and monitoring a multi-million-dollar annual budget ($7.5 million).
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