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The Associate Director of Business and Community Outreach (BCO), within CMU’s Innovation and Online unit (CMU IO), will be responsible for maintaining a portfolio of existing partners and continuously sourcing new partners that will lead to strategic partnerships focused on educational advancement of individuals and workforce development for organizations. Working within the assigned region of Southwest Michigan, the Associate Director will be based out of Central Michigan University’s site in Grand Rapids, MI and will serve as the primary liaison between external partners and CMU IO in the region, ensuring that all aspects of partnerships are communicated, facilitated, and supported by Innovation and Online. The Associate Director will provide the sole physical presence and support for day-to-day operations at the CMU Grand Rapids Center.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree.
- Two years of relevant experience in business development, sales, relationship building, education, human resources / training and development, or a related field.
- Possession of a valid Driver’s License.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including ability and comfortability with presenting.
- Demonstrated ability to engage and skillfully influence a diverse clientele across a variety of industries.
- Demonstrated ability to project professionalism and a polished business acumen.
- Demonstrated ability to be results-oriented, follow through, prioritize, and manage multiple projects at various phases of their life cycle.
- Ability to effectively understand and relay the needs of clientele.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional team, often times remotely.
- Ability to travel locally / regionally as needed.
- Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications
Duties & Responsibilities
Supervision Exercised
None.
Message to Applicants
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit recommendation letters.
Employee Group
Professional & Administrative -Salary
Pay Range
60,000 - $72,000 per year
Division
Academic Affairs
Department
Innovation & Online
Position Status
Regular
Employment Status
Full-Time
1.00
Position Type
12 month
Weekly Work Schedule
Mon-Fri, 8 : 00 a.m. - 5 : 00 p.m. / weekends and evenings as needed
Location
Grand Rapids, MI
About the Department
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
CMU Leadership Standards
Central Michigan University is a place where we value students and work for their success, where we act as family, and where employees are engaged, appreciated and have extraordinary opportunities to make a difference.
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Salary : $60,000 - $72,000
