What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Educational Outreach Center position at The University of Pittsburgh?
Director of Educational Outreach Center
- Effectively growing and strengthening the University's network among elementary, middle school and high school educators;
- Developing and implementing outreach and engagement strategies to reach constituents that are currently underserved and underrepresented at the University; and
- Helping to advance Pitt's mission of forging a larger community of diverse scholars for the 21st Century.
Oversees strategic planning, assessment, and management of community- and student-focused programs. Leads team and serves as liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Identifies funding sources and prepares grant proposals. Develops program materials and oversees engagement and outreach efforts. Manages budgets and performs related financial duties.
The Director should be collaborative and experienced in management and operations, outreach and engagement, fundraising, assessment, data collection, reporting and analysis. Leads a dynamic and visionary team and serves as liaison between internal and external stakeholders. Identifies funding sources and prepares grant proposals. Develops program materials and oversees engagement and outreach efforts. Manages budgets and performs related financial duties. Must demonstrate proven leadership experience working with diverse communities of learners and engaging students and teachers in K-12 educational environments. Works collaboratively and with cultural humility across units, departments, programs, with leadership, and within the region. Builds and maintains institutional bridges across the Office of Admissions & Financial Aid and the Student Success Hub to recruit, matriculate, and support students transitioning into the University. Reports to the Associate Vice Provost for Inclusive Excellence in Education.
Must be able to sit or stand for prolonged periods of time.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
