Now Hiring - University of Colorado System - Education Executive Director of Strategy and Partnerships in Colorado Springs, CO

University Staff

Description

Envision yourself in a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative work environment that has a deep commitment to position our graduates for success in their professional and personal lives. Visualize applying your energy and skills for an organization that respects and cares about its employees enough to offer some of the best benefits of the industry while encouraging every team member to grow, collaborate, and provide input on how to consistently make the workplace a place people love to work. Imagine working at a college that welcomes everyone — students, faculty, staff, and community members — regardless of their backgrounds, beliefs, or traditions. If what was just described is what you look for in a workplace, welcome to the University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS).

UCCS is seeking an Executive Director for Strategy and Partnerships to support the University’s achievement of its strategic goals and initiatives and to connect the University with public and private sector organizations in the achievement of mutually objectives. The Executive Director will bring together stakeholders in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors to leverage UCCS’s resources, to develop its academic programs, to generate critical funding for its research and educational mission, and to achieve its strategic goals and initiatives.

The Executive Director will conceptualize, launch, and manage a strategy that will align UCCS talent with the needs of the University and the needs of the broad community. The role will support collaboration within the university, including among the academic units, with particular emphasis on research and creative work, and between university development and other both administrative and academic units in the accomplishment of the University’s strategic goals. The Executive Director will increase awareness of UCCS’s role in regional economic development, innovation, and entrepreneurship while addressing business development needs and increasing public-private partnership activities.

This role requires strategic leadership and management skills, the ability to create strong relationships within the regional business and nonprofit community, and local and state government, as well as internal relationships with the schools and colleges. Collaborating closely with the schools and colleges and the University Advancement office, this role will help create a market proposition to connect student talent as well as faculty and student research and creative work with the public, private and governmental sectors. The Executive Director will help open opportunities for innovative partnerships, including technology transfer, that increase business support of the UCCS mission.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Will represent UCCS effectively in diverse venues as an ambassador and communicator.

• Has an ability to build and to sustain strong and trusting relationships with other organizations and people across campus including the chancellor’s leadership team, cabinet, deans, faculty, staff, administrators, and counterparts at the system office and the other CU campuses.

• Is a responsive, transparent, and creative leader, who collaborates by obtaining broad input from diverse stakeholders and constituents, by discovering the interests and capabilities of faculty, by becoming informed of opportunities and challenges faced by potential partners in all sectors, and by understanding the strategic direction of foundations, and then crafts strategic and collaborative programs that build upon those ideas.

• Has high standards of integrity and will comply with the letter and spirit of all UCCS and University of Colorado policies, and applicable laws, and regulations.

• Is creative, has an entrepreneurial mindset, and is able to innovate within compliance requirements.

• will contribute to realizing UCCS’s strategic plan by creating new partnerships and invigorating current ones.

• Has a high degree of emotional intelligence and a team orientation.

• Has a proven track record of working effectively with multiple stakeholders in business, higher education, and the community to achieve key strategic objectives.

• Understands marketplace trends, is forward-thinking, and pursues advancements in developing partnerships and alignment among education, business, and the community.

• anticipates trends and risks and has a finger on the pulse of the multifaceted business environment.

• Fosters a community of belonging and creates equity-minded partnerships that help reduce equity gaps in Colorado.

• Challenges the leadership team and broader university to stay agile and open to change and observes external changes affecting the university and explores how they can be catalysts for internal evolution.

• Brings innovative ideas and insights to drive more rapid development of strategy initiatives.

• Can adapt to changed external and internal conditions change and can change course and focus as needed to enable the university to do the same.

• Builds consensus within executive leadership and the broader university to create partnerships with business and the community more effectively.

• Aligns the various strategies of university constituents around the common goals and brings cross-functional teams together to solve complex issues.

• Effectively communicates, both internally and externally, UCCS’s vision and strategy, and can explain the “why” in strategic initiatives and strategic partnerships.

• Is capable of developing a compelling narrative to inspire support and build alignment.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

YOU HAVE

• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in related field.

• 5 years of experience in a private or public sector -leadership role, including experience with business development, corporate partnerships, strategic planning, external relationships, or program development & oversight.

• A demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity & equity across multiple positions and functions.

YOUR WORKPLACE

• You will have the option to work partially remote or fully on campus, as determined by your supervisor. Temporary or permanent on-campus workspace will be allocated based on your work schedule.

• You will generally be expected to work Monday through Friday 8 AM-5 PM MT. However, you may coordinate a flexible or alternate work schedule through your supervisor.

• Remote work will be available for emergency events. This will be offered based on the emergency and allowance will come from leadership and the guidelines provided at the time of the emergency.

YOUR PAY

• The anticipated hiring range for you: $114,012 - $162,875. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty, and training. This salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

YOUR BENEFITS

• Amazing retirement plans. (you contribute 5% and CU doubles that contribution with an additional 10% into your 401 (a) defined contribution plan or PERA Defined Benefit Plan)

• 22 days of paid vacation, 11 state holidays and 15 days of sick leave annually.

• One free college class at any CU institution per semester or three per year with the Tuition Assistance Benefit Plan available to you or a dependent.

• Comprehensive medical insurance (with the lowest cost option being $0 to the employee). Health Savings or Flexible Spending accounts also available. For more information, see UCCS benefits.

• Paid Parental Leave after 12 months of employment.

• Free or discounted entrance to CU sporting events.

• Some of the best coworkers you will ever have.

Tentative Search Timeline:

• Priority will be given to applications submitted by March 12, 2023. However, this posting will remain open until filled.

• The potential dates for interviews with the search committee will be the week of April 3, 2023.

• The potential dates for finalist will be the week of April 17, 2023.

• The potential employee start date is June 1, 2023.

FSLA Exempt/Non-Exempt

This position has been determined to be exempt from the overtime of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

Who We Are:

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to over 9,000 undergraduate and 1,800 graduate students. UCCS offers 53 undergraduate degree programs, 24 graduate degree programs, and 8 doctoral programs. UCCS is also home to the world’s only Bachelor of InnovationTM program, which allows our graduates to master multi-disciplinary skills and graduate ready to create real change in the world. UCCS was recently classified as a “High Research Activity” university by the Carnegie Foundation and takes pride in being the only higher education institution in southern Colorado that explicitly includes research as part of its mission. We have a strong focus in fueling student success by creating, using, and maintaining a multitude of offices – First Year Experience, Excel Centers, Academic Advising, and the Career Center just to name a few. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing our students to have success in the future, and we understand that every single employee on our campus has a significant effect on that focus.

The city, which was recently ranked as the number two Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2022, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song “America the Beautiful” and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. The 14,115 foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trails, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state’s best recreation opportunities.

ABOUT US

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS) is one of four campuses in the University of Colorado system and is home to almost 12,000 driven students, more than 800 experienced faculty members, and more than 800 devoted staff members. On its awe-inspiring campus, UCCS focuses on providing an academically excellent environment at a value to students across the United States, and more than 80 nations. UCCS is committed to access, diversity and student success as well as the boundless possibilities fostered by a UCCS education. More than 35 percent of the UCCS student body is racially diverse, roughly 20 percent are military-affiliated and 23 percent are the first in their family to attend college.

UCCS offers 53 undergraduate degree programs, 24 graduate degree programs, and 8 doctoral programs. UCCS is also home to the world's only Bachelor of InnovationTM program, which allows graduates to master multi-disciplinary skills and graduate ready to create real change in the world. UCCS was recently classified as a "High Research Activity" university by the Carnegie Foundation and takes pride in being the only higher education institution in southern Colorado that explicitly includes research as part of its mission. Overall, UCCS is constantly focused of preparing students to have success in the future, and understands that every single employee on campus has a significant effect on that focus. The experience students gain at UCCS provides an incredible service to the community of Colorado Springs and the greater southern Colorado region as a whole, with UCCS contributing about $600 million each year in economic impact in El Paso County alone.

The city, which was recently ranked as the number two Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report in 2022, known as Olympic City USA, rests at the base of Pikes Peak, the inspiration for the song "America the Beautiful" and a must-see for residents and visitors alike. The 14,115 foot summit is just one of dozens of area attractions, including scenic trains, museums, parks, a zoo and more. With a mild climate and 247 days of sunshine each year, the Springs boasts some of the state's best recreation opportunities.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living and working community. To assist in achieving this goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history check.

UCCS is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. In compliance with applicable laws and in furtherance of its commitment to fostering an environment that welcomes and embraces diversity, the University of Colorado does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political affiliation or political philosophy in its programs or activities, including employment, admissions, and educational programs. Alternative formats of this ad can be provided upon request for individuals with disabilities by contacting the Office of Human Resources at (719) [please apply online].

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.

Qualifications

Please note that while the position details both required qualifications as well as preferred qualifications below, we want applicants to be aware that they do not need to have all of the preferred qualifications to be considered for this position. If you meet the minimum qualifications, have passion for the work, along with experience in a related field, you are encouraged to apply. We encourage on-the-job training for any additional skills or knowledge that become relevant to the position.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education

• 5 years of experience in a private or public sector -leadership role, including experience with business development, corporate partnerships, strategic planning, external relationships, or program development & oversight.

• A demonstrated commitment to advancing diversity & equity across multiple positions and functions.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in public administration or Business Administration or similar track

• 3 years of experience developing and managing complex partnerships that integrate the strengths of the private, public, and non-profit sectors.

• 3 years of experience in creating and negotiating public-private partnerships (P3s).

• 3 years of experience in economic development at the local or state level.

• 3 years of experience in negotiating and closing complex transactions at the C-Suite level.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit. Employee is occasionally required to move. Tasks may involve using a computer screen continuously for long periods of time. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each of the established essential functions and meet the physical and environment demands described satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, ability, physical and environmental conditions required of the employee on the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, physical and environmental demands.

Applicants with disabilities: If you have a mental or physical impairment, which limits one of your major life activities (e.g. walking, hearing, seeing, speaking, breathing, or learning) and require special accommodations for testing or interviewing, it is your responsibility to notify the office scheduling the interview or test at least 3 working days before the interview or test date. If you need special accommodations at the work site, you must notify the appointing authority or Human Resources.

Special Instructions to Applicants: Review of applications will begin March 12, 2023 and will continue until position is filled. First round interviews will be conducted by Zoom and we anticipate interviews will begin the week of April 3, 2023. Finalist will be invited to campus for an in person interview. Projected start date is June 2023 Applications submitted through email or surface mail will not be considered. Please apply at cu.edu/cu-careers (job #: 27902). Official transcripts will be required upon hire. Upon request, please be prepared to provide five professional references (at least two previous/current supervisors), including their email contact information. If you have technical difficulties with your application, please contact the CU Careers help desk at 303-[please apply online] #5 or [please apply online]. Job related inquiries should be directed to the posting contact. The University of Colorado Colorado Springs will not sponsor work visas or permanent resident applications for this position. Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV Application Materials Instructions: To apply, please submit the following application materials to this posting. 1. A current resume, must include date ranges to include month and year (mm/yyyy) and whether the position was full time or part time. 2. Cover letter that specifically addresses the knowledge skills and abilities within the job description (Max 2 pages).

Job Category: Executive

Primary Location: Colorado Springs

Department: C0001 - Colorado Springs Campus - 40376 - VCUA-Operations

Schedule: Full-time

Posting Date: Feb 10, 2023

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Posting Contact Name: Seth Porter

Posting Contact Email: [please apply online]

Position Number: [please apply online]9