Department Head - Civil, Environmental, and, Geo- Engineering

About the Job

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering (CEGE)

at the University of Minnesota seeks applicants for the position of

Department Head.

The successful candidate should possess a distinguished record of

scholarship and research, strong leadership and management

abilities, an interest in promoting sponsored research programs and

mentoring faculty, and a deep commitment to undergraduate and

graduate education. The candidate should be able to work with

diverse groups of faculty, staff, students, administrators, alumni,

and industry representatives.

The head of the department reports directly to the Dean of the

College of Science and Engineering, Andrew G. Alleyne. One term is

nominally 5 years with the possibility of renewal. The College is

especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute,

through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity

and excellence of the academic community and who will build

collaborative ties with other departments within the College and

the University.

Responsibilities for this position include

Departmental Leadership

• In collaboration with department faculty, promote a vision and

mission for the department consistent with current and future

needs, strengths, and talents of departmental personnel and with

the vision and mission of the College and University

• Maintain an equitable and inclusive work environment for CEGE

faculty and staff and support a culture that fosters a community of

inclusion and excellence for all

• Monitor the administrative, financial, and space management

components of the department

• Enhance recognition of the department on national and

international stages

• Raise funds from alumni and external partners in support of the

department’s missions of teaching, research, and service

• Understand the financial needs and stability of the department

and work with the departmental leadership on related matters

Faculty Oversight, Recruitment, and Development

• Support, provide oversight, and promote the teaching, research,

and service activities of the department’s faculty members

• Lead faculty recruitment efforts and, in conjunction with

departmental faculty, identify areas of current need and future

development for the department

• Partner with College and University offices, facilitate and

oversee recruitment, promotion, and tenure processes

• Interface frequently with departmental faculty, providing

mentoring, guidance, and effort redirection (when appropriate)

Educational Direction and Outreach

• Together with departmental faculty, oversee curriculum delivery

and development, and assess educational outcomes

• Oversee the undergraduate program to ensure academic

excellence, an enriching student experience, and strong career

outcomes

• Provide stewardship to the graduate program, engage with

faculty on requirements, advising, and growth

College and University Leadership

• Serve on the Dean’s Administrative Council with other

department heads and collegiate leadership

• Report directly to the Dean and work with other college

leadership to achieve collegiate goals

• Participate in collegiate and university-level budget

processes

• Attend and participate in college, university, and external

activities identified by the Dean as critical to the mission of the

institution

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in engineering or a scientific discipline of

relevance to the broad research areas of the Department of Civil,

Environmental, and Geo- Engineering

• An outstanding record in research, teaching, and service

commensurate with appointment as a tenured full professor in the

Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering at the

University of Minnesota

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to create, communicate, and implement, in collaboration

with department faculty, a vision for the department’s future that

builds upon and accentuates the department’s strengths

• Strong leadership, management, and communication abilities
• Ability to maintain and nurture the department’s culture of

collaboration and collegiality

• Ability to recognize and promote a diversity of strengths and

expressions of excellence among the faculty

• A willingness and ability to advocate for the needs of the

department

• Interest in encouraging and supporting multi-disciplinary

collaborations

• Deep commitment to undergraduate and graduate education
• Ability to work with diverse groups of faculty, staff,

students, administrators, alumni, and industry

representatives

About the Department

The Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering (CEGE)

at the University of Minnesota is a mid-sized department dedicated

to conducting cutting-edge theoretical, computational, and

experimental research in all areas related to Civil, Environmental,

and Geo- Engineering, with noted excellence in the areas of water

resources and environmental engineering, geomechanics,

transportation systems, structural engineering, and advanced

materials. The department features state-of-the-art experimental

facilities, including multiple excellent core facilities (imaging,

genomics, research computing, etc.), the Lacabanne Rock Mechanics

Laboratory, the Waves and Imaging Laboratory, the Pavement

Mechanics Laboratory, and the Galambos Structural Engineering

Laboratory. CEGE also manages the Multi-Axial Subassemblage Testing

(MAST) Lab, and several faculty are affiliated with the St. Anthony

Falls Laboratory ( https://cse.umn.edu/safl ), a unique

and globally recognized facility for pioneering research in

experimental and computational fluid mechanics, hydrology,

geophysics, and (micro)biology.

CEGE is one of twelve departments within the College of Science and

Engineering, which offers outstanding opportunities for

interdisciplinary research due to the unique combination of

mathematics, physical sciences, and engineering in one college. The

College has a strong Data Science Initiative and provides

state-of-the-art computational facilities through the Minnesota

Supercomputing Institute, https://msi.umn.edu .

About the College of Science and Engineering

Created in 1935, the College of Science and

Engineering (formerly known as the Institute of Technology)

brought together the University's programs in engineering, mining,

architecture, and chemistry. Today, the College is ranked among the

top engineering and science academic programs in the country. The

College includes 12 academic departments offering a wide range of

degree programs at the baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral

levels.

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range

$165,000 - $220,000 annually ; depending on

education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% A ppointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more

information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that

includes

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training

and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit

Program

• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

opportunity

• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling

at no cost

• Employee Transit

Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro

area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to

note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the

maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation

reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while

maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our

commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that

the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their

individual credentials and experience.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online through Interfolio ( https://apply.interfolio.com/188116

). To be considered for this position, please click the Apply

button and follow the instructions.

Applications should include

• CV/ Resume
• A letter of interest that explains how you would lead the

department and that addresses the themes in this profile

• Vision statement
• List of at least 3 professional references (name, contact

info)

Application review will begin on September 13, 2026. This position

will remain open until filled.

Questions regarding the search can be directed to Char Psihos (

psiho002@umn.edu ), CEGE Departmental Administrator.