Assistant Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Job Category:

Professional/Administrative

Position Title:

Assistant Director, Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time

Division:

Dean of the Faculty

Department:

Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation

Work Arrangement type:

On-Site (Hamilton, NY) – expected to work fully at the designated campus/office location.

Hiring Wage/Salary Range:

$62,500-$65,000

Professional Experience/ Qualifications:

• A minimum of 1-3 years of professional experience in project management, event planning, student services, volunteer management, and/or related fields.
• Must be able to work collegially and effectively with a diverse group of students, alumni, parents, staff, and faculty on a daily basis.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, adaptable, and capable of managing evolving priorities effectively.
• Demonstrated effective organizational and communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience or aptitude for measuring success and reporting on programs with quantitative and qualitative data.

Preferred Qualifications:

Professional and/or volunteer experience with student engagement in a higher education setting and/or with venture/startup development.

Education:

A Bachelor’s degree or a combination of education and experience from which comparable skills are gained is required.

Offer Determination:

When extending an offer, Colgate University considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations.

Other Information:

Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits:

Colgate University offers a competitive benefits package, with most benefits effective on the date of hire. Highlights include: medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, paid family leave, health & wellness, continuing education and professional development. We also offer unique perks, such as free parking, gym discounts, bookstore savings, athletic tickets, and access to cultural and recreational facilities. Explore the full benefits package on our Benefits page.

Department Statement:

The assistant director for entrepreneurship and innovation will develop and implement programs and initiatives that provide students with hands-on experience building entrepreneurial ventures and developing professional skills. Reporting into the director of entrepreneurship and innovation, the assistant director will support the director and the entrepreneur in residence in the successful development and execution of E&I programs. A unit within the Division of the Provost and Dean, the mission of the Office of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is to develop an inclusive community of creators, changemakers, and problem solvers.

Accountabilities:

Program and Project Management:

• Manage key E&I programs and initiatives, including venture incubator, summer accelerator, internship program, and pre-orientation, under direction of director and entrepreneur in residence.
• Oversee project management, coordinate event logistics, and serve as on-site point person for programs and events.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and events, ensuring timely execution, effective delegation, clear communication, and alignment with office and institutional goals.
• Identify opportunities to improve program efficiency, scalability, measurable impact, and long-term effectiveness.

Communications and Outreach:

• Coordinate program-related communications with participants and volunteers.
• Build and maintain relationships with students and volunteers, supporting them at all stages of their engagement with E&I.
• Collaborate closely with the associate director on student outreach and recruitment, representing the office during recruitment events and serving as an ambassador for programs

Data, Reporting, and Assessment:

• Manage systems and processes for participant engagement, tracking, and communication.
• Maintain up-to-date information about volunteers and participants; administer reporting and data syncing processes.
• Develop and implement assessment strategies that connect program priorities and outcomes to broader program and institutional goals.

Program Administration and Operations:

• Manage and administer venture grant funding processes.
• Coordinate travel and housing for speakers, mentors, and students.
• Coordinate program and office purchases, invoices, purchase orders, and expense reports, following University procedures.

This position requires on-campus work on eight Saturdays during the academic year, monthly from September through April.

Requisition Number:

2026S065Posting

Temporary:

No

Job Open Date:

09/24/2026

Open Until Filled:

No

EEO Statement:

The University recognizes that equal employment opportunity can only be achieved through demonstrated leadership. It is the Policy of the University to recruit, employ, retain, promote, and train employees on the basis of skills and experience, capacity to do the job, and valid job qualifications without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

Clery Act:

CAMPUS CRIME REPORTING AND STATISTICS

The Department of Campus Safety will provide upon request a copy of Colgate’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. This report includes statistics as reported to the United States Department of Education for the previous three years concerning reported: 1. crimes that occurred on-campus; in certain off-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by Colgate University; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus and 2. fires that occurred in student housing facilities. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security and fire safety, such as policies concerning sexual assault, life safety systems, and other related matters. You may access the report from the Clery Compliance web page at: https://www.colgate.edu/about/offices-centers-institutes/dean-college/campus-safety-staff/clery-compliance. Printed copies of this report may be obtained upon request from the Department of Campus Safety via e-mail at cusafety@colgate.edu.