Associate Director
- Employer
- Rice University
- Location
- Houston, TX
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- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
$59,900-$63,000/year
Work ScheduleMonday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. with occasional nights and weekends
Benefits EligibleYesEligible for OvertimeNoPosition SummaryReporting to and under the general direction of the director of programs and partnerships, the associate director will manage select science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fellowship competitions and develop, implement, and manage experiential civic leadership programs focused on the intersection of STEM and civic practices of service, civic research, advocacy, philanthropy, and/or public policy and governance. This work will be achieved through collaboration with other center for civic leadership (CCL) staff colleagues.
The associate director will teach up to three credits of coursework pertaining to STEM civic engagement. S/he will assist in the cultivation and management of university-community partnerships, faculty partnerships, and alumni networks that enrich civic leadership programs. The associate director may lead special projects or initiatives, develop and lead workshops, and advise graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants. S/he may also have the opportunity to teach additional courses and/or serve as the CCL undergraduate advisor.
Education RequiredMaster's DegreeMajor/DisciplineSubstitution for Education RequirementExperience may not be substituted for the education requirement.
Education PreferredDoctoral degree.
Experience Required3 yearsType of ExperienceRelated professional, post-graduate experience in undergraduate education at a college or university, in government, or in a community- or service-oriented non-profit organization.
Substitution for Experience RequirementEducation may not be substituted for the experience requirement.
Experience Preferred- Professional experience in STEM undergraduate education at a college or university, in a government, community, or service oriented nonprofit organization
- Experience fostering civic leadership through advocacy, civic research, service, philanthropy, and/or public policy and governance
- Experience working with students and/or young professionals
- Experience in teaching and/or facilitation
Must possess (or have the ability to obtain one within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Texas driver’s license with no more than three moving violations and/or at fault accidents within the past 36 months, and no convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past five years.
License/Certification PreferredNone
Skills Required- Ability to develop and initiate new strategies
- Advanced problem solving skills
- Strong verbal and written communications skills
- Ability to work well under pressure and manage projects simultaneously
- Strong organizational and time management skills
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office suite
- Strong data analysis skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team to meet expected deadlines and schedules
- Adept at problem solving, creating contingency plans and handling issues when necessary
- Strong client service orientation and attention to detail
- Ability to develop complex or multiple program partnerships and funding sources
- Ability to oversee and direct staff
- Knowledge of managing budgets and developing financial plans
Knowledge of civic leadership approaches.
Internal / External ContactsInternal: Undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff.
External: Community partners, government employees, and alumni.
Physical DemandsRequires working at a computer for extended periods (up to eight hours per day).
Working ConditionsSome weekends/evening work required.
Security SensitiveYes Special Instructions to ApplicantsQuick Link for Postinghttp://jobs.rice.edu/postings/20887 Job Duties Job Duty NameEssential FunctionsDescription of Job Duty- Develops, implements, administers, and evaluates programs by: conducting research activities within the program, analyzing data, creating reports, reviewing trends, and making program improvement recommendations
- Develops and implements strategies related to outreach, events, communications, development, partnerships and fundraising / funding
- Creates short term and long term plans to achieve mission and objectives for the program
- Devises and manages financial and budgetary plans for the program(s), approves and monitors expenditures
- For academic programs, may be responsible for graduate student recruitment and admissions, student records, curriculum support, coordinating the accreditation process, managing scholarships and fellowships, and monitoring student progress
- May be responsible for grant preparation and submission or research administration
- May teach a course, seminar or workshop
- May supervise small staff (up to three full time staff)
- Performs all other duties as assigned
- Prepares and delivers a three credit civic leadership (LEAD) course independently or in collaboration with academic schools on a topic pertaining to civic science, science policy, and/or civic tech
- Collaborates with CCL staff, faculty, and community partners to develop, implement, and manage experiential civic leadership programs focused on STEM
- Advises STEM specific national fellowships, such as Goldwater, Udall, and Churchill, and provide additional advising for STEM students applying to fellowships like Rhodes, Marshall, Fulbright, and Wagoner
- Facilitates selection of the nominees by the Rice faculty committee and submit nominations to national selection committees
- Cover Letter
- Resume
- Course Proposal
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a master's degree?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have three years of related professional, post-graduate experience in undergraduate education at a college or university, in government, or in a community- or service-oriented non-profit organization?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you possess (or have ability to obtain within 30 days of hire) and maintain a valid Texas driver's license?
- Yes
- No
- * Have you had four or more moving violations and/or at fault accidents in the past three years?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have any convictions or deferred dispositions for Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) or Driving Under the Influence (DUI) within the past five years?
- Yes
- No
- * What is your minimum required salary for this position? Please give a yearly amount.
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