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Director of Executive Education

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Director of Executive Education.

Position Details

Location Gulf Park

730 East Beach Boulevard

Long Beach, Mississippi, 39560

United States

Division Office of the Provost - GP

Position Type Staff

Employment Status Full Time

Grant Funded No

Pay Grade

E17

Posting Close Date Open until filled

Job Summary

The Director of Executive Education will lead an executive education program that designs and delivers executive trainings, workshops, and professional development opportunities that support local, regional, and national workforce needs. Programming options include both non-credit and credit offerings that are delivered in multiple formats.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

+ Support the priorities of the University and our coastal stakeholders in the development and delivery of professional programs that meet the needs of the coastal workforce.

+ Effectively engage a broad network of professional contacts that may include industry leaders, University personnel, subject matter experts, community college partners, and other stakeholders to support curriculum development and delivery of relevant programming that meets industry and workforce needs.

+ Create a network of leading professionals to design and implement a portfolio of non-degree executive education experiences, including industry-recognized micro-credentialing, and facilitate the development of career pathways that span from entry-level to advanced levels of employment. Create and cultivate experiences that encourage participants to maintain and build enduring relationships for future programming.

+ Oversee program design and implementation in partnership through a team of professionals focused on the financial, operational, and administrative aspects of executive education with particular attention to and responsibility for success in both content delivery for in-person and virtual formats and program logistics.

+ Develop proposals, budgets, and marketing materials to promote programmatic growth with the goal of incorporating a self-sustaining funding model for continued programming.

+ Develop appropriate mechanisms to identify, collect, and maintain relevant data to inform decision-making and develop curriculum/content in the spirit of continuous improvement.

+ Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

A bachelor’s degree in business, or a related field from an accredited institution of higher learning and at least five years’ experience in an industry or educational professional training program.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

+ Business Strategy & Acumen: Understands higher education and can use industry/professional terminology fluently. Thinks strategically and seeks to align department services and goals with institutional strategic goals. Asks critical questions to delve to root cause to identify solutions. Understands the interconnection of decisions, actions, outcomes, and measures.

+ Professional Knowledge and Application: Takes initiative to develop and apply professional knowledge and skills in order to enhance individual effectiveness and improve organizational performance. Creates opportunities to apply new learnings and best practices into innovative solutions that positively impact results. Seeks opportunities for development for both self and the team.

+ Business Execution: Leverages professional expertise and University knowledge to assess areas of opportunity, identify solutions and effectively execute the plan. Demonstrates a high level of planning and organizational skills and the ability to move projects forward to completion. Self-motivated and accountable for results. Seeks advice and input from others and recognizes when to escalate issues or seek help.

+ Communication: Demonstrates the ability to deliver accurate, concise, and quality communication (verbal and written) in a timely manner. Encourages an open exchange of ideas and differing perspectives. Adapts communication style to meet the needs of diverse audiences and situations. Listens to understand others. Provides quality feedback.

+ Relationship Management: Works to build and manage productive relationships with peers, leaders and customer groups. Effectively engages and interacts with others to collaborate and provide value-added support that enhances department results and team effectiveness. Affects outcomes and direction of customer’s decisions through effective relationships, trust, and credibility.

+ Leadership: Demonstrates an openness and flexibility towards new ideas and concepts and effectively influences or facilitates during times of change. Helps others become more effective through development and coaching. Utilizes candid feedback, knowledge, resources, and opportunities to improve the performance of others and to increase their contributions. Sets clear expectations for performance, provides meaningful feedback, holds employees accountable, and recognizes successes.

Preferred Qualifications

A master’s or advanced degree in education, business, or a related field from an accredited institution and ten years’ experience in an industry or educational professional training operation.

About The University of Southern Mississippi

Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.

Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.

We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu.

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.