Marquette University · 7 hours ago
Associate Director, FIELD Center E-Lead Student Programs
Milwaukee, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
6+ years expMarquette University is committed to student success and seeks an Associate Director for the FIELD Center E-Lead Student Programs. This role involves providing leadership for recruitment, teaching, mentoring, and managing the overall student experience in the E-Lead Program, while enhancing the FIELD Center's visibility through various corporate partnerships and events.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Lead student recruitment cycles for various entry points into E-Lead, in collaboration with university partners to ensure multi-disciplinary cohorts apply and are selected; coordinate the student application, selection, and onboarding process; develop strategies and materials to attract highly qualified applicants and increase program visibility among current and prospective students
Direct student advising, concentration enrollment, and course registration processes for the E-Lead Program; oversee student advising
Responsible for scheduling of all E-Lead courses in accordance with all appropriate processes
Develop and teach curriculum and coursework in the E-Lead Program; evaluate student learning and grade student assignments
Provide direct mentorship and coaching to students, supporting leadership growth, academic progress, and professional preparation; develop resources that promote holistic student development and engagement
Support faculty in the OCOE and across the university by delivering guest lectures on leadership, teamwork, and innovation in relevant courses
Support planning and execution of signature E-Lead events
Manage the budget for area of responsibility and forecast needs to ensure success of the program
Regularly support FIELD Center initiatives, including corporate and professional offerings, through the development and delivery of curriculum for leadership and innovation programs for professional audiences and corporate partners
Lead assessment efforts to continuously improve program offerings based on assessment outcomes and emerging trends in innovation and leadership development through qualitative and quantitative evaluation of student learning outcomes, program satisfaction, and alumni success; analyze program data and share findings internally and externally, contributing to publications, presentations, and thought leadership in engineering and innovation education
Partner with the FIELD Center team to integrate knowledge and insights from external partnerships into E-Lead curriculum
Responsible for the supervision of student employees and graduate assistants, which includes but is not limited to hiring, training, disciplinary actions, ending the student’s assignment, etc
Collaborate with the leader of the FIELD Center on strategic planning, program expansion, and alignment with OCOE and university priorities; donor engagement and stewardship, program storytelling and communications.Contribute to scholarship and leadership development and innovation education; represent E-Lead at relevant university, regional, and national events
Maintain and develop relationships with advisory boards, faculty committees, and institutional stakeholders to enhance program quality and impact
Qualification
Required
Master's degree in Business, Engineering, Higher Education, Student Personnel, Leadership Development, or a related area
Minimum of 6 years demonstrated experience designing and delivering curriculum and facilitating learning
Strong mentoring, advising, and interpersonal skills
Expertise in leadership development, experiential learning, instructional design, and corporate engagement
Strong relationship-building and networking skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Collaborative, creative and strategic thinker
Skilled in program assessment, data-informed decision-making, and continuous improvement
Strong organizational and project management skills and the ability to both prioritize and oversee multiple initiatives simultaneously
Demonstrated ability to build partnerships across academia, industry, and the community
Requires the ability to work evening/weekend activities and travel may be required
Preferred
Certification in leadership assessment tools
Experience creating and delivering corporate or professional leadership programs
Academic administration experience a plus
Familiarity with university curriculum systems and interdisciplinary programs
Experience in innovation, entrepreneurship, or applied leadership programs
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Benefits
Medical
Dental
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403(b) with up to 8% university match
Generous time off package
Tuition benefits for employees, spouses, and dependents with no payback requirement
Company
Marquette University
Marquette is a Catholic and Jesuit university in Milwaukee dedicated to serving God.
1001-5000 employees
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