April 24, 2024
Deadline update: Faculty Senate accepting applications for 2024-2027 faculty ombudsperson position
Dear Colleagues,
Kansas State University has three ombudspersons who are available to assist faculty and unclassified professionals in addressing issues related to their employment. Each of these individuals plays a critical role in the university's campuswide dispute resolution process.
The duties of an ombudsperson are considered university service and are highly valued by faculty and unclassified professionals alike. A faculty member serving in this position will be expected to continue to fulfill their regular teaching, research or service; likewise, a professional staff person will continue with their assigned responsibilities during the time that they serve as an ombudsperson. Each ombudsperson is compensated in the amount of $5,000 per year by Human Resources. The length of the appointment is three years, and this role is a 12-month appointment. Therefore, ombudspersons are expected to care for inquiries over summer months.
At the beginning of the fall 2024 semester, Tara Coleman's term as a faculty ombudsperson will expire. This message serves as notice of the upcoming vacancy. This vacancy is for a tenured faculty member. Interested persons must be employed directly by Kansas State University and not an affiliated entity, such as the K-State Student Union or K-State Alumni Association. For other pertinent information regarding necessary qualifications for this position please see section C192-C194 of the University Handbook.
If you are interested in being considered for this position, please send by email the following attachments: 1) a cover letter indicating your interest and a statement of your professional qualifications as they are related to the position of ombudsperson, and 2) a brief resume or curriculum vitae. Please direct your email to Candace LaBerge no later than Thursday, May 9. All applicants' information will be reviewed and given thoughtful consideration.
Please see the Ombudspersons website for additional information about the ombudsperson positions.
Thank you,
Donald Von Bergen
President,
Faculty Senate