Director of the Center for Entrepreneurship - Quinsigamond Community College

QCC Center for Entrepreneurship

QCC's Center for Entrepreneurship is dedicated to nurturing the next generation of innovative leaders by providing the required skills, access to resources, and mentorship to transform ideas into thriving businesses. We foster a vibrant and inclusive environment that encourages creativity, and entrepreneurial passion. We strive to empower entrepreneurs to drive positive change within their communities and beyond through a culture of innovation.

General Statement

The Center Director is responsible for developing and implementing the center's strategic vision and goals. This role involves designing and managing workshops, events, and curriculum in collaboration with faculty, as well as providing mentorship and resources to entrepreneurs. The Director will establish and maintain relationships with industry professionals, business incubators, and community organizations. Additionally, the Director will oversee budget management, secure funding through grants and sponsorships, and recruit subject matter experts to enhance program offerings. They will create pathways for entrepreneurship education while ensuring continuous improvement and alignment with industry trends.

Supervision Received

Reports to the Interim Dean of Business Financial, and Hospitality Management.

Supervision Exercised

May supervise full-time and part-time clerical support and work study students. Will also support vendor services.

Duties and Responsibilities

Director of the QCC Center for Entrepreneurship

• Develop and implement the center's strategic vision and goals.
• Design and oversee entrepreneurship programs, workshops, and events.
• Work with faculty to develop and update entrepreneurship curriculum that aligns with industry standards and student needs.
• Promote the center's programs and services to the college community and beyond.
• Provide mentorship and resources to students interested in entrepreneurship.
• Work with the college's student activities office to support an entrepreneurship club.
• Develop and manage a pipeline of mentors from the business community to support student entrepreneurs.
• Collaborate with QCC faculty to create a seamless path to bridge non-credit course offerings with credit courses and programs.
• Serve as the center liaison to Auxilium and maintain relationships with business incubators to help new businesses develop and connect entrepreneurs to additional community resources
• Collaborate with QCC Early College Staff to develop and maintain partnerships with local K-12 schools to promote entrepreneurship education and opportunities. Develop and maintain a QCC Emerging Entrepreneur Institute.
• Recruit subject matter experts to create curriculum and teach non-credit course offerings
• Stay updated on trends in entrepreneurship education and integrate innovative practices into the center's offerings. Maintain membership and participate in the National Association for Community College Entrepreneurship.
• Monitor and report on the center's performance, including program outcomes and impact.
• Establish an advisory board that meets regularly and maintain relationships with local businesses, industry leaders, community organizations and faculty from programs within the college.
• Oversee the center's budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Secure funding through grants, sponsorships, and donations to support center activities.
• Manage and support center staff, including hiring, training, and performance evaluations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field
• Experience in entrepreneurship or business development with a strong understanding of entrepreneurial development and early-stage business operations.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and grow programs or organizations
• Experience with mentoring, teaching or training

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a related field
• Prior leadership experience in an entrepreneurial environment
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills, including experience working in teams and the ability to navigate various team dynamics and work directly with stakeholders.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and organizational skills with the flexibility to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong analytical skills, networking, outreach, and team-building skills.

Quinsigamond Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits sexual harassment, including sexual violence. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, retaliation, or sexual violence shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action and/or Title IX Coordinator, the Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

Quinsigamond Community College will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

Diversity, inclusion, and equity are core values at Quinsigamond Community College. We are passionate about building and sustaining an inclusive, respectful, and equitable environment for all students, staff, and faculty. Every member on our college campus enriches our diversity. We support inclusion and are dedicated to ensuring equity in access to opportunities.

Quinsigamond Community College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups, minorities, women, veterans, persons with disabilities, and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Successful applicants will be required to complete a Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI/SORI) request.