FACULTY OMBUDSPERSON

The University of Iowa is seeking a half-time faculty ombudsperson. This is an internal search open to faculty members at the rank of associate or full professor who are on a regular faculty track (tenure, clinical, research, or instructional tracks) at The University of Iowa.

The University created the Office of the Ombudsperson in 1985 to serve students, faculty, and staff by offering a confidential, impartial, informal, and independent dispute resolution service. The mission of the ombudsperson is to ensure that all members of the University community receive fair and equitable treatment. The office includes two University Ombudspersons appointed by and reporting to the University President. One ombudsperson holds a full-time professional appointment, and the other is a faculty member with a twelve-month, half-time, non-renewable four-year term.

The individual selected will serve as a resource for those in the University community who require information or help in resolving a problem. The person shall serve in an informational and problem-solving role, be impartial, and adhere to the highest levels of confidentiality. The faculty ombudsperson shall have an ability to allocate his or her time flexibly, in accordance with the demands of the position. University rules stipulate that the person serving as ombudsperson shall not simultaneously be a member of the administration at departmental level or above or an officer of a faculty governance organization.

• The candidate should be an Associate or Full Professor, and on a regular faculty track (tenure, clinical, research, or instructional tracks) at The University of Iowa, who has been active in University affairs. The candidate should not simultaneously be a member of the administration at the departmental level or above, or have other faculty leadership roles.
• A commitment and understanding of a welcoming and respectful academic and work environment.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated effective listening and problem-solving skills.

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