The Utah Board of Higher Education invites nominations and applications for the position of president of Utah State University, one of eight degree-granting institutions within the Utah System of Higher Education.
Utah State University (USU) was founded in 1888 and is Utah’s land-grant university with a mission focused on learning, discovery, and engagement. USU has a statewide reach across more than 30 education locations, including three residential campuses and 38 USU Extension locations. The university’s main campus is in Logan, Utah.
The president serves as the chief executive officer of the university and is responsible for providing strategic leadership, promoting academic excellence, managing university resources, and advancing USU’s mission and vision. The president reports to the Utah Board of Higher Education and works collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, alumni, the USU Board of Trustees, the Utah System of Higher Education leadership, other institutional presidents, and community and governmental partners.
A doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited college or university is required for this position. A distinguished record of substantial prior leadership experience in a university, department, corporate, or nonprofit setting is also required .
Utah State University is central to the community of Logan and has played an important role in helping it build a large arts presence. Logan’s vibrant downtown hosts a variety of art and music events, a gardeners’ market, and family-friendly recreation. The metropolitan area of nearly 155,000 includes 30 smaller communities that help power a robust economy that includes a growing tech sector.
A complete Search Profile with additional information about the University and the responsibilities of the position can be found here:
APPLICATION PROCESS
For full consideration, applications should be received by September 7, 2025 .
Candidates should provide the following:
Applications should be in PDF format and submitted through the AGB Search portal at: President - Utah State University
Nominations and expressions of interest may be submitted to: UtahStatePresident@agbsearch.com
Utah’s presidential search process is confidential under state law. For more information about the university, visit usu.edu . To learn more about the Utah System of Higher Education, visit ushe.edu
AGB Search is assisting with this search. Nominators and prospective applicants may contact the search consultants for additional information:
Laura Woodworth-Ney, Ph.D. - Principal
laura.woodworth-ney@agbsearch.com / 208.589.8896
Kim R. Bobby, Ed.D. - Principal
kim.bobby@agbsearch.com / 253.861.7738
In its programs and activities, including in admissions and employment, Utah State University does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination, including harassment, based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy, Title IX, or any other federal, state, or local law.
Utah State University is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate or tolerate discrimination including harassment in employment including in hiring, promotion, transfer, or termination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by University policy or any other federal, state, or local law.
Utah State University does not discriminate in its housing offerings and will treat all persons fairly and equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, familial status, disability, national origin, source of income, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
Additionally, the University endeavors to provide reasonable accommodations when necessary and to ensure equal access to qualified persons with disabilities.
In all circumstances, Utah State University follows state and federal laws related to sex-segregated spaces.
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