Director, Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND) Position #0802, University of Wyoming

The University of Wyoming College of Health Sciences invites applications for the position of Director of the Wyoming Institute for Disabilities (WIND). WIND is a member of the national network of University Centers for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD). WIND works to assist individuals with developmental disabilities, their families, professionals, and University of Wyoming students through education, training, community services, research and evaluation, and information dissemination.

The Director's position carries with it a number of administrative, programmatic, representational, and coordinative functions and responsibilities. The Director reports directly to the Dean of the College of Health Sciences.

Position responsibilities include:  Provide vision and leadership in carrying out the mission, core functions, and federal requirements of the University Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities (UCEDD) in compliance with legislation and related regulations; maintain collaborative relationships with the State DD Council, the State P&A, and other state agencies, organizations, and community service providers; hire and manage the faculty and staff necessary to support the functions and purposes of the UCEDD and allocate adequate time to carry out activities related to the core functions; prepare and submit the annual report to the Administration on Intellectual & Developmental Disabilities (AIDD); oversee participation in the National Information Reporting System (NIRS) database and the production of annual reports, 5-year core grant application, and other grant applications; prepare and implement the 5-year strategic plan in consultation with the Consumer Advisory Committee; obtain funding to carry out research and development-related activities; and work collaboratively across disciplines to develop joint research, training, service, and technical assistance opportunities.

Required qualifications include:  Demonstrated expertise, leadership and management skills, and commitment in the field of developmental disabilities; leadership and vision in carrying out the mission, core functions, and federal requirements of the UCEDD; demonstrated scholarly achievement; experience managing staff; experience managing grants and contracts; ability to leverage public and private funds; and be eligible to assume the role of Principal Investigator of the Core UCEDD grant through AIDD. Applicants must be qualified to be a senior (Associate Professor or Professor) faculty member in one of the academic units that supports the UCEDD. Minimum qualification is a Masters-level degree in a discipline related to developmental disabilities. The position is a nine-month academic faculty position with the possibility of additional summer salary. Tenure in an appropriate University of Wyoming department is available to those with appropriate credentials. Previous higher education experience and teaching and scholarship in developmental disabilities at a university level are required.

Preferred qualifications include:  Scholarship or teaching background in the field of disability studies; administrative or staff experience at a UCEDD; and experience growing academic programs at undergraduate and graduate levels. A PhD or terminal degree in a discipline related to developmental disabilities is preferred.

To apply:  Applications will be reviewed beginning September 15, 2015 and continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Expected start date is January 2016 or negotiable.

Send a cover letter indicating your interest in Position #0802. Include in submitted materials:

(1)  Two-page written summary statement of teaching, scholarship and research experiences, and future
       activities and interests;
(2)  Two published articles;
(3)  Current curriculum vitae; and
(4)  Three letters of recommendation (also include their names and contact information)

Applications may be submitted via postal mail to the address below or by electronic mail.

Mail the completed application packet to:

Dr. Donna Leigh Bliss, Chair
WIND Search Committee
University of Wyoming
Division of Social Work
Dept. 3632, 1000 E. University Ave.
Laramie, WY 82071

Electronic mail applications may be sent to [email protected]

The University of Wyoming is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law and University policy. Please see www.uwyo.edu/diversity/fairness

We conduct background investigations for all final candidates being considered for employment. Offers of employment are contingent upon the completion of the background check.