Chancellor of University of Michigan–Flint
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November 2007

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The University of Michigan-Flint invites applications and nominations for the position of Chancellor. The University of Michigan-Flint is a regional campus of the University of Michigan in an urban setting with a strong focus on the liberal arts and sciences and strong professional schools in the areas of education, business and health-related professions. The University provides undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs in 143 disciplinary majors, serving over 6,800 students, including over 1,000 graduate students. While the University of Michigan-Flint historically has been a commuter institution, the first residential housing is scheduled to open in fall 2008. Additional information about the University can be found at http://www.umflint.edu.

The Chancellor is the Chief Executive Officer of the University of Michigan-Flint and reports to the President of the University of Michigan. The Board of Regents of the University of Michigan oversees the three campuses of the University of Michigan and has fiduciary responsibility for each campus. The Chancellor reports to the Regents through the President.

The Chancellor’s key duties include leading the University of Michigan-Flint in its charted institutional course outlined in the Strategic Plan by seeking to foster growth in enrollment and initiatives that support academic excellence and student achievement. The University’s mission rests on three pillars: excellence in teaching, learning and scholarship; student centeredness; and engaged citizenship.

The Chancellor also will be expected to work effectively and collaboratively with community, regional, and legislative leaders to enhance and strengthen the University’s role of serving the Flint area while promoting academic excellence. Critical to the Chancellor position is addressing the long-term funding needs of the institution and marshalling resources for future initiatives and growth of new programs. Ability to strengthen alumni relations and engage graduates in the goals of the University is imperative. The Chancellor will earn the respect of the academic and regional community and will be an effective listener, a skilled negotiator, and a creative problem solver. He or she will be decisive yet respectful of the deliberative process and demonstrate integrity, selflessness, patience, and trustworthiness.

Strong candidates will have a demonstrated record of leadership as an executive officer and have extensive experience with higher education. A deep knowledge and understanding of the academic mission is strongly preferred. Candidates should demonstrate strategic thinking and also possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, be collaborative and creative, and be able to articulate a vision to diverse audiences. In addition to a strong record, candidates will possess a terminal degree or the equivalent.

The confidential review of applicant materials will begin in January, 2008, and will continue until the position is filled. Application materials should include a letter describing your interest in and qualifications for the position; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers for at least five references which may include trustees, administrators, faculty, students, and community leaders. Applications and letters of nomination should be sent electronically to:

Steve Leo
UM-Flint Chancellor Search
Storbeck/Pimentel & Associates
1400 North Providence Road, Suite 6000
Media, PA 19063
e-mail: s.leo@storbeckpimentel.com
fax: 703 666 9062
phone: 703 635 7373

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.