Director, School of Landscape Architecture and Planning and Chair, Department of Landscape Architecture

Classification Title:

SCH DIR & PROF

Classification Minimum Requirements:

• Terminal degree in landscape architecture or some combination of professional qualification in landscape architecture (BLA, licensure, etc.) and terminal degree in a related field. Examples of relevant degrees may include Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Design (DDes), Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA).
• Distinguished record in teaching, research or creative scholarship, and service sufficient to merit tenure upon hire at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
• Administrative experience including management of budgets, personnel and curriculum at the undergraduate or graduate levels.
• Demonstrated record of:
• advancing the knowledge of landscape architecture and its evolving role in society and effectively communicating its value within government, industry, and academic sectors;
• commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, engagement with students and promotion of student success;
• commitment to faculty development and mentoring; and
• commitment to collaborative working across disciplines.

Job Description:

The University of Florida seeks a visionary leader and educator to serve as Director of the School of Landscape Architecture and Planning (SLA&P) and Chair of the Department of Landscape Architecture.

Our mission is to prepare future practitioners and scholars committed to advancing the efficacy, impact, and knowledge of landscape architecture and planning, to engage in research and scholarship that enhances the understanding and practice of the professions while addressing societal challenges, and to provide service to the communities of our state, region and abroad.

We invite applications from candidates who align with our mission, are passionate about collaboratively leading students and faculty, are committed to research and creative scholarship, and who operate with the highest levels of ethical standards and integrity.

This twelve-month appointment is eligible for tenure-upon-hire and is available starting July 1st, 2027.

Expected Salary:

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Required Qualifications:

• Terminal degree in landscape architecture or some combination of professional qualification in landscape architecture (BLA, licensure, etc.) and terminal degree in a related field. Examples of relevant degrees may include Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Doctor of Design (DDes), Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA).
• Distinguished record in teaching, research or creative scholarship, and service sufficient to merit tenure upon hire at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor.
• Administrative experience including management of budgets, personnel and curriculum at the undergraduate or graduate levels.
• Demonstrated record of:
• advancing the knowledge of landscape architecture and its evolving role in society and effectively communicating its value within government, industry, and academic sectors;
• commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, engagement with students and promotion of student success;
• commitment to faculty development and mentoring; and
• commitment to collaborative working across disciplines.

Preferred:

• Ph.D. or licensure in landscape architecture or a related field
• Evidence of collaborative leadership
• Experience with professional program accreditation at undergraduate or graduate levels
• Experience establishing and implementing a strategic plan with clear goals and outcomes
• Experience working with intercollegiate, interdisciplinary, and international partnerships
• Experience recruiting, mentoring, and retaining outstanding faculty and staff
• Experience with student recruitment and retention
• Experience in fundraising and cultivating donor relationships
• Experience working with advisory boards and maintaining relationships with alumni
• Experience with extramural funding for research or creative scholarship
• Experience leading and/or actively participating in the field’s professional and academic organizations

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Required Submissions

1. Letter of interest that details how the applicant’s experience meets the required and desired qualifications for this position;
2. Curriculum vitae, including relevant administrative experience;
3. Names and contact information for three (3) references. References will not be contacted until after consulting with candidates.

Interested applicants must apply online at https://jobs.ufl.edu. The job number is 541531. Applications will be reviewed beginning October 25, 2026, and the position will remain open until filled.

Inquiries: Inquiries should be directed to Dr. Ravi Srinivasan, Search Committee Chair (sravi@ufl.edu).

The University of Florida is an equal Opportunity Employer. To apply for this position, visit jobs.ufl.edu. Job number for this vacancy is 541531 and the deadline date to apply is October 25, 2026. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call (352) 392-2HRS or the Florida Relay System at (800) 955-8771 (TDD). All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education. Further information is available at http://www.dcp.ufl.edu.

Health Assessment Required:

No