K-State 105 Director

Department: 3670001300 SVP Exec Affair, Engmt & Pship
Job no: 515429
Employment type: Staff Full Time (Unclassified - Term)
Location: Manhattan, Kansas
Worksite: On-site requirement
Categories: Executive / Director / Management, Government Relations/Government Affairs
Pay Grade: 14A

About This Role:
The K-State 105 director leads engagement with communities, economic groups, industry, government and educational institutions across Kansas to connect stakeholders with resources to stimulate and drive economic growth. The incumbent works to leverage networks of support, technical solutions, business creation and workforce development, enabling partners to create jobs, identify investment resources, develop new business and identify technical assistance. The director evaluates and monitors the program's effectiveness, communicates outcomes to stakeholders and adjusts tactics as needed to meet program goals. Reports to the Senior Vice President for Executive Affairs, University Engagement and Partnerships, and Chief of Staff (SVP/COS).

Why Join Us:
Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off - vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:
Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community .

Worksite Options:
This position is required to be performed on-site . Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

What You'll Need to Succeed:Minimum Qualifications:
Requires a bachelor's degree and five years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience successfully building new programs guided only by high-level outcomes and expectations.
Experience managing multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Agility in the legislative process.
Drive for excellence in execution, problem solving and conflict management.
Experience successfully building cross-industry partnerships and collaborations between institutions of higher education, businesses, regional economic groups and community stakeholders.
Experience leading successful engagement initiatives related to economic development and prosperity.
Demonstrated experience influencing and leading groups without formal authority.
Experience identifying and garnering extramural funding for program support.
Outstanding written and oral communication to include comfort in giving polished presentations.
Proven ability to exercise considerable tact, judgment, confidentiality and diplomacy.
Master's degree.
Ability to interact effectively in a diverse, multi-cultural environment, and with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders such as local units of government.
Working knowledge of or ability to quickly learn the university's areas of strength.
Understanding of and commitment to the K-State Principles of Community.
Ability and willingness to travel throughout the state of Kansas and nationally.

Other Requirements:
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.

How to Apply:Please submit the following documents:
Cover Letter
Resume
Three professional References

Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:
$94,023 - $155,139 / year

Equal Employment Opportunity:
Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:
In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.

Advertised: Jun 02, 2023
Application Closes: Open until filled