Executive Director of Educational Outreach - #002425
- Employer
- Western Carolina University
- Location
- Cullowhee, NC
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- Executive Administration Jobs
- C-Level & Executive Directors
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- Academic Affairs, International Programs
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Institution Type
- Four-Year Institution
Job Details
The Division of Educational Outreach at Western Carolina University extends access to education, training, and services to individuals, organizations and communities on-campus, locally, regionally and globally. The Executive Director leads a team of professionals who facilitate and support academic deans and units in developing distance and online programs as well as non-credit programs including camps, conferences, professional development and continuing education programs. The Executive Director works to maintain and grown the University’s reputation as a training and development provider of choice for Western North Carolina. Entrepreneurial development of non-credit programs leading to badges, certificates and stackable credentials is required. Collaboration with community colleges, area non-profits, businesses and governmental entities to create niche programs leading to credentials recognized by employers is necessary. Educational Outreach is a diverse and vibrant unit consisting of Professional Growth and Enrichment (camps, conferences, professional development & continuing education programs), Distance and Online Programs, Contract Programs, Military Student Services, Testing, and International Programs. It also serves as a key liaison to the North Carolina Community College System.
•Inspires an expansive vision for world-class educational outreach for a regional comprehensive university.
•Experience in strategic planning, demonstrated ability to lead a self-sustaining organization in higher education, including working with academic disciplines, corporate entities, nonprofits and government entities.
•Demonstrated history of developing new programs, innovative business and partnership models and possess the ability to generate enthusiasm for achieving these goals, and a strong record of institutional leadership, collaboration, and the ability to deliver innovative solutions to the University.
•Possess demonstrated skills in fiscal analysis, planning and administration of multiple budget streams, thorough knowledge of the management and operation of academic and professional programs.
•Possess comprehensive knowledge of the processes involved in developing and implementing non-credit or hybrid programs (i.e., pedagogy, instructor selection, instructional design).
•Strengthen affiliations with international programs, support faculty and student study abroad and grow our intensive English program locally, regionally, nationally and internationally.
•Demonstrated success in contract credit programs including international degree programs or course delivery. Ability to manage in cooperation with the appropriate college, accreditation processes and procedures.
•Effective communicator and a consensus builder, with the capacity to promote collegiality among faculty, staff, students, and the community.
•Ability to work closely with faculty, staff, the Executive Director of Community Engagement and the Associate Director of Employee Engagement respond to employer or community needs for training and organizational development.
•Ability to assess training needs of organizations and provide training and consulting services to meet those needs.
•Provide leadership in innovative programs and practices while staying within state and university guidelines.
•Develop organizational models and support structures that enhance Educational Outreach’s role in the region and on campus.
•Master’s degree in education, business or related field
•2-5 years of experience in non-credit programming, training or organizational development
•Demonstrated ability to create new programs
•At least one year experience managing multiple budgets.
•Experience leading teams and supervising staff.
•Earned doctorate
•Two years of experience in non-credit programming at a community college or university level
•Demonstrated success in new course development and implementation.
•Experience with badging and stackable credentials.
•Experience with international programming and Intensive English programs in academic or business settings.
•Experience developing and sustaining professional development programs that are responsive to regional needs.
To be considered, you must apply online. Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of professional references to complete the application process. For questions or additional information, please contact Kevan Frazier at kdfrazier@email.wcu.edu or 828-654-6498.
Background/E-VerifyFinal candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.
Credential VerificationAll new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.
AA/EOEWestern Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, and veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.
University SafetyThe Western Carolina University Annual Safety Report is available online at University Annual Safety Report or in hard-copy by request at the office of the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs, 114 Scott, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7234) or the Office of University Police, 111 Camp Annex, Cullowhee, NC 28723 (828-227-7301). The report, required of all universities participating in Title IV student financial aid programs, discusses crime statistics, procedures for reporting suspicious or criminal activity, security, police authority, crime prevention strategies, university policies on substance abuse and sexual offenses, workplace violence and fire safety.
Applicant DocumentsRequired Documents- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Resume
- List of references
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Organization
About Us
Western Carolina University offers a collaborative community of faculty and staff eager to partner together to support the success of our students and our institution. We attract employees who are inspired to work in higher education because of the difference we can make together in the lives of the more than 10,000 students who study at WCU. For a few other reasons WCU is a great place to work:
Do you like being involved in the local community? So do we. We have robust service learning and community outreach efforts that invite students, faculty and staff to serve our local community in an ever-growing number of ways.
Western Carolina University has been named the Top Adventure College in the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. Our main campus in Cullowhee is situated 15 minutes from the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Blue Ridge Parkway. We have a biking and hiking trail on campus and many more in the area.
We attract students who are eager to excel. WCU has the oldest and largest Honors College in the UNC system and is consistently among the Top 5 institutions nationally for undergraduate research projects accepted to the National Conference on Undergraduate Research.
We are a cultural hub for the region. Our College of Fine and Performing Arts produces professional-quality theater under the direction of Broadway star Terrance Mann, and our music programs are recognized as some of the best in the state. Our Pride of the Mountains Marching Band has been invited to the Macy's parade and the Tournament of Roses Parade.
Our healthcare programs are some of the most competitive in the southeast and are housed in an incredible LEED-certified facility complete with some of the best technology in teaching along with community clinics for applied learning.
For more information, please visit our website at http://www.wcu.edu/
Awards
Western Carolina University (WCU) has been honored in multiple areas demonstrating our commitment to our students, faculty, staff and our community. Our distinguished faculty includes national award-winning authors, nationally and internationally recognized experts, and winners of Emmy, O’Henry, and National Endowment for the Arts awards – to name a few. WCU has been named a Top Green College by Princeton Review, is among the Top 5 for Undergraduate Research in the nation, and has been named by Kiplinger’s Personal Finance as a Best College Value. Blue Ridge Outdoors magazine has named WCU the Number 1 Outdoor Adventure College for three years running. The WCU Pride of the Mountains Marching Band is a Sudler Trophy recipient, having led the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and the Rose Bowl Parade. WCU is ranked by U.S. News & World Report in the Top 12 Best Online Programs for the Military as well as #27 among institutions in the South for Best Colleges for Veterans.
Faculty and Staff are honored annually with a broad range of Teaching, Scholarship and service honors. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.wcu.edu/
Benefits
Western Carolina University offers a wide array of high quality benefit plans from which to choose. These include comprehensive health and welfare insurance plans, a choice between two retirement programs, both of which provide a valuable retirement benefit, as well as optional retirement savings opportunities. Employees also benefit from a generous leave program. For more information please visit our benefits page at UNC Benefits
Diversity and Inclusion
Western Carolina University has a commitment to recruiting and retaining diverse employees who bring to our campus varied perspective and cultural understanding. Our Office of Equal Opportunity and Diversity Programs aspires to strengthen diversity as an integral component of excellence at WCU. Among public universities, our institution leads the region in student body diversity, and our diversity metrics are growing.
Mission and Vision
Our Mission (who we are):
To improve individual lives and enhance economic and community development in our region, state and nation through engaged learning opportunities in our academic programs, educational outreach, research and creative activities, and cultural activities.
Our Core Values and Guiding Principles (what guides and inspires us):
Excellence in Scholarship, Teaching, and Learning
Collaboration with and Respect for our Communities
Free and Open Interchange of Ideas
Responsible Stewardship and Organizational Effectiveness
Organizational and Environmental Sustainability
Cultural Diversity and Equal Opportunity
Our Vision Statement (who we want to be):
To be a national model for student learning and engagement that embraces its responsibilities as a regionally engaged university.
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