Not sure is this has been noted before, but the December Architectural Record has a full page ad for a new Director
November 12, 2013
Director Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture
Context
At 82 years old, the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture has reached a stage most schools only dream about: it is venerable, fully accredited, and comfortably in step with contemporary standards of architectural education. Fortunately, we’re not most schools. Frank Lloyd Wright started our program to challenge normative educational models, not emulate them. Given the state of the profession, and architectural education in particular, we think it’s time to renew that commitment. Therefore, in the spirit of Wright, a grand master of re-invention, we are remaking the Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture. And when we’re done, it will again be like no other. We’re looking for a Director with the energy and vision to help us make that happen.
Challenge
The Frank Lloyd Wright School of Architecture seeks a Director who, like Wright, relishes invention, challenge, and discovery; someone who is excited to chart architecture’s next frontier; a person who in a time of conformity understands the beauty of idiosyncrasy; a leader who is ready to speak enthusiastically and persuasively to a profession in need of direction. We don’t want someone who designs like Wright. We want someone who can think as boldly as he did.
Position Summary
The Director will be the Chief Academic Officer of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, responsible for the School of Architecture’s pedagogical direction, academic programs, personnel, students, finances, and reputation. The Director will play a strong leadership role in the broader programs of the Foundation. Among other duties, the Director will:
• Set the intellectual tone of the School and engage in contemporary architectural and design discourse at the national and international level;
• Ensure and enhance the vibrant residential life at Taliesin and Taliesin West; • Serve as the chief advocate for the school and a leading advocate for the entire institution with
various constituencies, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, the Taliesin community, state, regional, and national professional and academic organizations, local and regional business and political leaders, and donors, among others;
• Manage the selection and direction of senior and junior fellows, and then work with that faculty to determine the curriculum and programs of the School;
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Oversee recruiting and admissions for the small, graduate-level-only student body; Oversee all accreditation and licensing processes at the state and national level; As a member of the executive team, work closely with other Foundation staff on the effective integration of academic programs, public programs, and preservation of the two historic campuses.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will demonstrate significant leadership experience in the profession, academia, or the public sector. He or she should have direct experience with architecture and design, an advanced academic degree, peer-recognized achievement in their area of endeavor, clear communication and listening skills, and familiarity with budget and personnel management. This person must be invigorated by challenge and enthusiastic about possibility. This is an extraordinary opportunity, and we are looking for an extraordinary person to grab it.
To Apply
Letter of interest and resume/qualifications should be sent to HR Manager Courtney Larsen at [email protected]. Review of applications will begin on January 6, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled.
The School and position are based at Taliesin West in Scottsdale, Arizona—with summer activities at Taliesin in Spring Green, Wisconsin. Principals only, please. The Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation is an equal opportunity employer.
www.franklloydwright.org
FLLW School of Architecture Director
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