What are the responsibilities and job description for the Site Director position at Radford University?
Contact Name for Applicant
Gina Stike
Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-5585
Education/experience
Master’s degree in Leadership, Higher Education Administration, Community Engagement or similar program required. Ph.D strongly preferred.
Job Summary
The Site Director will lead efforts in expanding the strategic goals of Radford University in Southwest Virginia at the SVHEC in Abingdon; conduct needs assessment to identify potential programming, curricular offerings, and partnerships that elevate the University goals; report to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications and work collaboratively with Academic Affairs and Advancement for outreach initiatives; actively recruit students for Radford University programs; serve as liaison for Radford University leadership for community boards and educational extension; manage the budget and allocated facility usage; engage with regional leaders to provide professional development and educational offerings.
Required Qualifications
Commitment to community capacity and leadership development in South and Southwest Virginia with a focus on rural Appalachia.
Master’s degree in leadership, higher education administration, community engagement, or similar program required. Ph.D. strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and to develop and maintain partnerships.
At least 10 years of progressive leadership and program-building experience in higher education
At least 3 years of experience in recruitment, enrollment, or outreach initiatives
Demonstrated ability to be entrepreneurial and to successfully develop and administer self-supporting programs.
Ability to be self-motivated and capable of simultaneously managing multiple priorities is required
Ability to manage complex cross-functional projects, prioritize tasks, and design and manage effective measurement processes.
Experience developing and managing budgets
Must be data-driven with strong qualitative and quantitative research experience.
Experience using web and social media platforms for content sharing and public communications.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with populations in rural Appalachia in a higher education context
Ability to conduct needs assessments and program evaluations
Proven experience with performance-based facilitation and intervention strategies (e.g. mentoring, coaching, goal setting, team building)
Online and open-source instructional design and program delivery experience
Strong knowledge of leadership, leadership development, and learning theories
Experience with teaching, presenting or publishing on leadership, community-engaged scholarship or professional development.
Experience with public service within a government office
Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience
Posting Date
04/26/2024
Application Review Date
05/10/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abington, VA.
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Statement of Economic Interest is required
No
Alternate work schedule
Some flexibility will be necessary as events may occur after normal business hours.
Required Licenses
Must have valid driver's license
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
Gina Stike
Contact Phone for Applicant
540-831-5585
Education/experience
Master’s degree in Leadership, Higher Education Administration, Community Engagement or similar program required. Ph.D strongly preferred.
Job Summary
The Site Director will lead efforts in expanding the strategic goals of Radford University in Southwest Virginia at the SVHEC in Abingdon; conduct needs assessment to identify potential programming, curricular offerings, and partnerships that elevate the University goals; report to the Vice President of Enrollment Management and Strategic Communications and work collaboratively with Academic Affairs and Advancement for outreach initiatives; actively recruit students for Radford University programs; serve as liaison for Radford University leadership for community boards and educational extension; manage the budget and allocated facility usage; engage with regional leaders to provide professional development and educational offerings.
Required Qualifications
Commitment to community capacity and leadership development in South and Southwest Virginia with a focus on rural Appalachia.
Master’s degree in leadership, higher education administration, community engagement, or similar program required. Ph.D. strongly preferred.
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders and to develop and maintain partnerships.
At least 10 years of progressive leadership and program-building experience in higher education
At least 3 years of experience in recruitment, enrollment, or outreach initiatives
Demonstrated ability to be entrepreneurial and to successfully develop and administer self-supporting programs.
Ability to be self-motivated and capable of simultaneously managing multiple priorities is required
Ability to manage complex cross-functional projects, prioritize tasks, and design and manage effective measurement processes.
Experience developing and managing budgets
Must be data-driven with strong qualitative and quantitative research experience.
Experience using web and social media platforms for content sharing and public communications.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with populations in rural Appalachia in a higher education context
Ability to conduct needs assessments and program evaluations
Proven experience with performance-based facilitation and intervention strategies (e.g. mentoring, coaching, goal setting, team building)
Online and open-source instructional design and program delivery experience
Strong knowledge of leadership, leadership development, and learning theories
Experience with teaching, presenting or publishing on leadership, community-engaged scholarship or professional development.
Experience with public service within a government office
Hiring Range
Commensurate with experience
Posting Date
04/26/2024
Application Review Date
05/10/2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
This position is located at the Southwest Virginia Higher Education Center in Abington, VA.
Employment Conditions
Must have a criminal background check
Statement of Economic Interest is required
No
Alternate work schedule
Some flexibility will be necessary as events may occur after normal business hours.
Required Licenses
Must have valid driver's license
Describe other job related licenses and/or certifications
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.
Clery Statement
In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, Radford University publishes an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report. The report includes the university’s policies, procedures, and programs concerning safety and security, as well as three years’ of crime statistics for our campus. As a prospective employee, you are entitled to a copy of this report. The report and statistical data can be found online at Radford.edu/police. You may also request a paper copy of the report from the Radford University Police Department located at 810 East Main Street PO Box 6883, Radford, VA, 24142.
Reasonable Accommodation Statement
If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.
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