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BRCC - Executive Director of Academic Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives
Job no : 494840
Work type : Staff Full-Time
Location : Baton Rouge, LA
Categories : Academic Affairs, Strategic Initiatives
This position is at Baton Rouge Community College.
The Executive Director of Academic Partnerships and Strategic Initiatives provides high-level leadership and oversight for academic initiatives that expand access to higher education through dual enrollment and strategic partnerships. This role is also responsible for leading internal programming that aligns with the college's strategic plan and institutional priorities. A key focus of this position is ensuring that dual enrollment efforts align with Louisiana's new accountability system while creating paid internship opportunities in high-wage, high-demand fields. Additionally, the Executive Director will oversee the development and implementation of summer internship programs and academic camps to enhance student engagement and career readiness.
College : Baton Rouge Community College
Type of Appointment : Full time - Regular
Salary : Will be commensurate with education and experience.
Duties and Responsibilities :
35% Leadership
- Provide visionary leadership for dual enrollment and strategic academic initiatives, ensuring alignment with the college's mission and long-term goals.
- Lead internal strategic efforts to align academic initiatives with institutional priorities and workforce needs.
- Develop and implement strategies to expand educational access and enhance student outcomes in key partnership areas.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to develop and implement strategic academic initiatives that support the college's broader strategic plan.
- Identify internal opportunities for academic innovation, process improvement, and cross-departmental collaboration to enhance student success.
- Work with institutional research and planning teams to assess and refine strategic initiatives based on data and outcomes.
- Ensure that dual enrollment efforts align with Louisiana's new accountability system, integrating requirements into program planning and implementation.
- Develop and expand dual enrollment pathways that lead to industry-based credentials, associate degrees, and transfer opportunities.
- Design, implement, and oversee summer internship programs that provide students with real-world experience in high-demand career fields.
- Develop and manage summer academic camps that introduce students to career pathways, college readiness, and STEM-related fields.
- Identify and secure grant funding, philanthropic support, and external resources to sustain and expand academic partnership initiatives.
- Advocate for policies and resources that enhance educational access and success for underrepresented student populations.
35% Administrative Duties
25% Partnership Development
Required Education : Bachelor's degree in education, higher education administration, or a related field
Required Experience : Minimum of 7 years of experience in academic administration, dual enrollment, strategic partnership management, or workforce program development, with a proven track record of leadership and innovation.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :
Strong leadership, strategic planning, and interpersonal skills; experience with program development, budget management, data analysis, and policy advocacy.
Preferred Education : Master's degree in education, higher education administration, or a related field
Benefits : As a member of the Louisiana Community and Technical College System, BRCC has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses), holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits and Employee Assistance Program. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.
Application Deadline : Applications will be accepted and position will remain open until filled.
Application Instructions : Applicants for this position should submit a cover letter that addresses the outlined responsibilities, a resume, transcript, and the names and contact information for three professional / work-related references.
In accordance with LCTCS Policy #6.036, a criminal history check will be conducted on all new hires. BRCC participates in the federal E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes. BRCC is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency that supports improved employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities.
Advertised : 24 Feb 2025 Central Standard Time
Applications close :
