Director of Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives
Full Time
Burlington, VT
Posted
Job description
Position Details
Advertising/Posting Title
Director of Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives
Diversity Statement
The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution. Applicants are required to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.
Posting Summary
In partnership with industry, academia, government, and community organizations, Professional and Continuing Education (PACE) creates educational programs that prepare the workforce to gain skills and thrive in a competitive landscape. Working closely with the Chief Officer for PACE, this role provides input on strategic initiatives and programmatic priorities. This position serves as a primary liaison between the University and key leaders in both public and private sectors building relationships, assisting in determining workforce development needs, identifying funding sources, aligning educational resources, assisting with new academic program development, and strengthening connections. In collaboration with university partners, the Director identifies and incorporates into strategic planning a range of key factors such as the competitive landscape, regional labor market trends, learner demand, industry and employment trends and works with leadership to synthesize learner opportunities and industry need into compelling strategies. The Director will establish key partnerships to underpin each strategic initiative and develop strategies to effectively implement them. As part of the director’s responsibility to implement strategic initiatives, the director provides strategic leadership, supervision, and oversight of Program Developers and related key indicators for their success. The Director works closely with Chief Officer and the Management Team on all internal and external strategies. Reports to the Chief Officer.
Minimum Qualifications (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
Master’s degree in higher education administration or related field and five years related experience required. Skillful leadership, project management, supervisory, market research, organizational and communications skills required. Demonstrated understanding of corporate/employer partnerships and workforce development needs. Knowledge of higher education philosophy, governance, structure and culture. Strong understanding of financial models and budget expectations. Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity and access to university resources through continuing and professional education opportunities.
Desirable Qualifications
Other Information
Position has a 9 month probationary period.
Special Conditions
A probationary period may be required for current UVM employees
FLSA
Exempt
Payband Min (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE))
62000.00
Payband Max (Represents full-time (12 months, 1.0 FTE) equivalent salary. Must be prorated for jobs less than 12 months or 1.0FTE (Salary/12 x # of months x FTE))
117800.00
Staff Hiring Band
Union Position
No
Posting Details
Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.
Job Open Date
09/26/2022
Job Close Date (Jobs close at 11:59 PM EST.)
Open Until Filled
No
Position Information
Position Title
Outreach Manager
Posting Number
S3925PO
Department
PACE - Administration/50100
Position Number
00026271
Employee FTE
1.0
Employee Term
12
Supplemental Questions
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- * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Diversity Statement
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