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ABOUT SEO
Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) is a non-profitorganization with a rich history of supporting underservedstudents. Founded in 1963 by Michael Osheowitz as a mentoringprogram, SEO has evolved significantly over the decades. Itexpanded its reach in 1980 with the launch of SEO Career, a summerinternship program for college students, and later establishedinternational presence in London, China, Vietnam, and Ghana. SEOcurrently boasts a network of 25,000+ alumni, including 12,000+ inthe U.S.
SEO Scholars is a free, eight-year, academic program thattransforms public high school students into college graduates. SEOScholars successfully educates and mentors underserved, low-incomepublic high school students to and through college.
Over the past 10 years, under the leadership of Board ChairHenry Kravis and CEO William Goodloe, the organization has roughlyquadrupled in size while expanding the Scholars Program nationallyto San Francisco in 2011, North Carolina in 2022, and Miami in2024. SEO also prepares young professionals for entry into covetedcareers through programs that include SEO Alternative Investments,Tech Developer, and the Leadership Institute. Throughout itsjourney, SEO has garnered numerous accolades, including 11consecutive 4-star ratings from Charity Navigator, and hassuccessfully raised $8 million annually through its award dinners.Despite challenges like the COVID-19 pandemic, which necessitatedthe addition of virtual programming in 2020, SEO has maintained acommitment to providing educational and career opportunities tounderserved students while adapting and expanding its impact.
POSITION OVERVIEW
SEO saw rapid and unprecedented expansion during the pandemic,prompting the need to grow and redesign our C-suite. Over the lastthree years, we have welcomed three new Executive Committee membersto oversee critical functions within the organization— SEOProfessional Programs, SEO Scholars Program, and nationaloperations. In the same period, we have also doubled theorganization's workforce and budget, expanded SEO's regionalfootprints in North Carolina and Miami, and opened a second site inOakland, CA, to accommodate our growing Scholars program in SanFrancisco.
The SEO Chief Advancement Officer is responsible for strategicdevelopment planning and activities supporting the NYC SEO Scholarsprogram and SEO general program/operating support, representing 40%of organization's $51M budget with the goal to grow support by 50%over next 3 years. A particular focus will be on nationalfoundations, corporate donors, and major individual donors. The CAOis expected to be a front-line national relationship builder andmajor donor solicitor, managing a portfolio of prospects, andsupervising an approximately nine-member development team.
Reporting to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) William Goodloe,the CAO will be a leader in lifting the current org-widedevelopment efforts to new levels of success by broadening ways toattract and more deeply engage with national foundations,corporations, and individual philanthropists over time – to becomestrategic sources of revenue. The CAO will also work closely withSEO’s professional programs and its Marketing &amp; Communicationsteam to utilize SEO’s legacy of impact closing opportunity gaps toincrease national brand recognition as a whole. The CAO will serveon the Executive Committee of SEO’s Executive Leadership Team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Fundraising:
<ul>
<li>Drive a strategy to raise roughly an additional $10 - 15m+ inannual revenue for SEO general program support and Scholars programsupport from a variety of philanthropic sources (annual giving,major gifts, corporate and foundation relations, alumni) andspecial events (an annual gala that consistently generates $8m+ inunrestricted funds and several smaller events focused on theScholars program and general SEO support).</li>
<li>Leverage SEO’s existing ecosystem and activate SEO’s untappednetworks within the spaces where the organization currentlyoperates, including private equity and corporate partnerorganizations.</li>
<li>In collaboration with the CEO, senior staff and Board ofDirectors, develop long-range strategies to significantly increasephilanthropic giving and serve as the key strategist for specific“asks.”</li>
<li>Build and streamline a development model that accounts formajor donor funding from various avenues, including those ofpartner and expansion offices, to ensure coordination and maximizedonor engagement.</li>
<li>Lead the positioning of SEO for further national expansion byestablishing and deepening relationships with all relevant internaland external partners/ constituents.</li>
<li>Monitor prospect portfolios for the CEO, staff, board, andexpansion offices. Serve as an advisor and collaborator to theexpansion offices.</li>
<li>Craft compelling cases for support of unrestricted funds thatmaximize relationships with current donors and cultivate andconvert new donors.</li>
<li>Serve as a front-line cultivator and solicitor. Cultivate andsteward donors; make significant requests for support from majordonors, board members, foundations, and corporations.</li>
<li>Ensure comprehensive, timely, and innovative stewardship of allgifts.</li>
<li>In collaboration with Development Team, ensure the continuedsuccess of the annual SEO awards dinner, securing sponsors andhonorees for the organization’s biggest fundraising night of theyear.</li>
</ul>
Strategic Leadership:
<ul>
<li>Effectively lead and organize the development team’s day-to-dayoperations and budgets; streamline processes and procedures.</li>
<li>Serve as subject matter expert and partner to CEO in developinglong term strategy.</li>
<li>Serve as a member of the Executive Committee of theorganization, collaborating with other members and leading aworkplace characterized by mutual respect and open discussion inwhich all strive for excellence and innovation.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain a strong partnership with Board membersand leverage the Board to advance SEO’s fundraising activities. Asappropriate, cultivate and maintain relationships with ExpansionOffices’ advisory boards.</li>
<li>Provide support to Board members in the identification,cultivation and solicitation of their portfolios of prospectivemajor donors.</li>
<li>Develop a diverse and highly skilled staff that iswell-prepared to meet the ongoing challenges of a first-ratemission-driven organization.</li>
<li>Nurture and mentor team members and provide opportunities formeaningful work, enhance their skills and develop theircareers.</li>
<li>Create and foster an inclusive, DEIB focused environment amongstaff.</li>
</ul>
QUALIFICATIONS
<ul>
<li>15+ years of experience in a development or advancement rolefor a mission driven organization. 10+ years in a leadershipposition preferred.</li>
<li>Experience leadinga&nbsp;national&nbsp;program/campaign that hasgenerated at least $45 - 50 million in annual contributions.Experience working with Salesforce is a plus.</li>
<li>Experience as an organization-wide executive leader who hasworked collaboratively with peers and led staff.</li>
<li>A definitive passion for SEO's mission and a reputation forethical stewardship and effective fundraising governance.</li>
<li>The vision to lead the overall strategic direction of nationalfundraising operation, diversify SEO's revenue streams to outpaceour expansion, and identify and secure corporate and foundationpartnerships.</li>
<li>The emotional intelligence to inclusively lead acrossdifference, manage change, and thoughtfully advise and collaboratewith leadership in Expansion sites on local fundraising initiativesin North Carolina, San Francisco, and Miami.</li>
<li>The cultural competency to navigate evolving narratives in theDEIB space, center SEO's history of impact and excellence, andposition the organization as a respected innovator in socialequity.</li>
<li>The humility to receive feedback and guidance from SEO's CEO,boards, peers, staff, community members, and participants. Thesuccessful candidate must model the integrity and values of theorganization as a trusted and visible representative of ourcommunity.</li>
</ul>
COMPENSATION &amp; BENEFITS&nbsp;
The benchmarked base salary range for this position is$250,000 - $300,000.
 This executive position also qualifies for SEO’s annual ManagementIncentive Plan (MIP) bonus based on individual and organizationalperformance. SEO offers a competitive compensation package andcomprehensive benefits plan, including low-cost health, vision, anddental options, a generous holiday schedule and PTO policies,disability coverage, fully paid time off for new parents, andemployer contributions to health reimbursement and 403(b)retirement accounts. In addition, this executive position alsoqualifies for employer contributions towards 457(b) retirementplan. We are constantly working to improve our benefits each yearbased on the needs of our employees. We value wellness and striveto consistently use a DEIB lens to put people first andforemost.
The compensation listed in this posting reflects what SEObelieves it will pay for this position at the time of this posting.Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determinedbased on the skills, qualifications, and experience of theapplicant along with the requirements of the position, and SEOreserves the right to modify this pay range at any time.
EEOC Policy
At SEO we are committed to cultivating a team that embodies thebackgrounds and experiences of the constituencies we serve and thecommunities we live in, and a workplace that reflects the impact wemake in the world. Candidates from all communities – includingpeople of color, women, members of the LGBTQIA+ Community,veterans, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged toapply.
Equal Employment Opportunity is not just the law, it isour commitment.
Sponsors for Educational Opportunity is an EqualOpportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V. We will considerall qualified applicants for employment regardless of race, color,ethnicity, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and expression,sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, maritalstatus, veteran status, pregnancy, parental status, geneticinformation or characteristics, or any other legally protectedstatus.
If you need accommodation while applying for a role with SEO,due to a disability, please email&nbsp;<a href="mailto:seotalent@seo-usa.org" target="_blank">SEO Talent</a>.
ABOUT STANTON CHASE&nbsp;
Stanton Chase is a top global retained executive search firm andleadership consultancy where global expertise meets local insightwith personalized service. The Stanton Chase D.C. officespecializes in C-Suite placements at mission driven organizations.For more information, please visit us at: <a href="http://www.stantonchase.com" target="_blank">www.stantonchase.com</a>
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Chief Advancement Officer

About the Positions
To meet areas of university strategic growth in global graduate education and impact, New hires will join an excellent, experienced and dynamic faculty and staff highly committed to exceptional education and student experience, the School for Professional Studies at Saint Louis University is seeking multiple, full-time faculty in the areas of information systems, cybersecurity, analytics, research methods and related disciplines.
All are open-rank, non-tenure track full-time faculty positions, with a nine-month contract running from August to May (renewed annually, with multi-year contracts possible after the first year). Candidates will teach up to seven graduate-level courses during the daytime with the bulk of the teaching occurring on campus. However, there is the possibility to teach select online sections if need dictates. There are also potential summer, flexible, online teaching opportunities.
As these are primarily teaching roles, research is supported but not required. However, active researchers and those with grants may be eligible for a reduction in teaching load. For interested faculty, potential or partial reduction in teaching load to maintain industry/professional practice in related area of expertise is an option. Additional expectations include limited service to support the program and School for Professional Studies as assigned by the appropriate Program Director in consultation with the Associate Dean of Academic Affairs.
Faculty will join a community where teaching excellence is present and well-supported. The Saint Louis University Reinert Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning staff provide a wealth of resources for faculty development through in-person workshops, online offerings and individual consultation. Faculty also receive professional development funds to support their ongoing development and professional travel-related costs.&nbsp;
Key Qualifications
Ideal candidates are cross-functional, with the ability to teach in more than one area. Exact courses will depend on program needs, although no new course preparation will be necessitated, as classes are already designed.
For the Master of Science in Information Systems program, candidates should have a Ph.D. in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates in these fields may be considered. Those with a master’s degree in these disciplines may be considered but only if the candidate can demonstrate extensive industry experience and certifications.
For the Master of Science in Cybersecurity Global Graduate program, candidates should have a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline. ABD candidates in these fields may be considered. Those with a master’s degree in these disciplines may be considered but only if the candidate can demonstrate extensive industry experience and certifications.
For the Master of Science in Analytics Global Graduate program, candidates should have a Ph.D. in Business Administration, Computer Science, Data Science, Machine Learning, Information Systems, or a closely related discipline where Analytics is emphasized. ABD candidates in these fields may be considered. Those with a master’s degree in these disciplines may be considered but only if the candidate can demonstrate extensive industry experience and certifications.
For the graduate-level courses in Research Methods and Decision Making, candidates should have a Ph.D. in a field of study (e.g., social science, business, analytics, information systems) with coursework and experience in applied research methods (qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods) and statistics. Preference will be given to candidates who can relate (through background, research, and consulting) methods, statistics, and evidence-based decision making to practitioners. ABD candidates in these fields may be considered.
About the School
The&nbsp;School for Professional Studies offers globally accessible, academic, professional, and continuing education programs for students in Saint Louis University's Jesuit tradition of excellence. Faculty and staff promote a student-centered, innovative, and enterprising environment built on a foundation of integrity, accountability, and collaboration. The School provides undergraduate degrees, graduate degrees, professional certificates, and post-baccalaureate certificates.
While its primary mission is to provide online education to working and professional students, the School for Professional Studies also offers on-campus master’s degrees in university growth areas of global graduate education in STEM-designated programs. The School currently has 18 full-time faculty, 200+ adjunct faculty and 1,600+ students.
How to Apply
Higher Education Leadership Search is assisting the School for Professional Studies with this search.
To view the complete Position Profile,&nbsp;go to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.highereducationleadershipsearch.com/searches/" target="_blank">https://www.highereducationleadershipsearch.com/searches/</a>
To nominate someone for this position,&nbsp;e-mail: <a href="mailto:nominations@highereducationleadershipsearch.com" target="_blank">nominations@highereducationleadershipsearch.com</a>
Geralyn Franklin, Ph.D., Wayne Alderman, DBA and Dan Papp, Ph.D. will be the consultants for the search. If you have questions or would like to have a confidential conversation about the position, call 256-239-2305 or e-mail <a href="mailto:geralynf@highereducationleadershipsearch.com" target="_blank">geralynf@highereducationleadershipsearch.com</a>, <a href="mailto:alderman@highereducationleadershipsearch.com" target="_blank">alderman@highereducationleadershipsearch.com</a>, <a href="mailto:dspapp@highereducationleadershipsearch.com" target="_blank">dspapp@highereducationleadershipsearch.com</a>
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until all positions are filled
About Saint Louis University
Founded in 1818, Saint Louis University (SLU) – located on a beautiful, historic 271-acre campus in St. Louis, Missouri with an international campus in Madrid, Spain – is one of the nation’s oldest and most prestigious Catholic universities. SLU is recognized for world-class academics, life-changing research, compassionate health care and a strong commitment to faith and service.
Guided by its Jesuit mission, SLU offers its nearly 13,000 students a highly rigorous and deeply transformative education that helps them develop into bold, confident leaders. SLU has set a series of ambitious goals to become a model in promoting teaching, learning, and research that exemplify discovery, transformative outcomes, and engaged citizenship in a global society.
About the Community 
Known as the Gateway City, St. Louis – Missouri’s second-largest city - offers a friendly atmosphere with numerous activities for both children and adults. Its population is about 318,000 – with more than 1 million people in the St. Louis County area. St. Louis is a popular tourist destination for sites such as the iconic Gateway Arch, high-ranked St. Louis Zoo, Forest Park, St. Louis Science Center, Missouri Botanical Garden, Grant’s Farm, the Delmar Loop and many other attractions. The St. Louis area hosts numerous music, food and cultural festivals that draw thousands more to the city each year. For the sports enthusiast, St. Louis is home to the 11-time MLB World Series champion St. Louis Cardinals, 2019 NHL Stanley Cup champion St. Louis Blues, a new Major League Soccer franchise, St. Louis City SC, and numerous smaller professional sports teams, in addition to SLU Billikens sporting events.
Eight Fortune 500 companies are based in St. Louis, with numerous other major companies having significant operations in the city including Nestle Purina PetCare, Anheuser-Busch, Boeing, Wells Fargo Advisors, U.S. Bank, Anthem BlueCross BlueShield and the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Major healthcare systems including SSM Health and three national research universities - University of Missouri-St. Louis, Washington University in St. Louis and Saint Louis University - are all major employers.&nbsp;

Full-Time Faculty in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Analytics and Research Methods

Presidential Search St. Mary's University seeks nominations, expressions of interestand applications in the search for its 14th president to lead thishistoric institution with a vision of academic excellence for thecommon good. Founded in 1852, St. Mary's was the first institutionof higher learning in the dynamic city of San Antonio, Texas, andis the oldest Catholic university in the Southwest. It enrolls morethan 3,300 students in 75 programs, including doctoral and lawprograms. In 2013, the University reaffirmed its identity as aCatholic and Marianist liberal arts institution, with the goal ofbeing one of the finest private universities in the region. St.Mary's serves as a gateway for graduates to their professionallives as ethical leaders in Texas, the nation and the world. St. Mary's University is located on a 135-acre campus in northwestSan Antonio, the seventh-largest city in the U.S. and thesecond-largest city in Texas, with nearly 1.5 million residents.The campus offers a blend of historic beauty and modern facilities.With an 11-to-1 student-to-faculty ratio, students receivepersonalized attention from dedicated faculty. The four academicunits of the University are the College of Arts, Humanities andSocial Sciences; the Greehey School of Business; the School ofScience, Engineering and Technology; and the School of Law. The next president of St. Mary's University will join a communityproud of its success and eager to write the next chapter. Theinstitution has earned a strong reputation for student access andsuccess, as well as a deep sense of community. The University'sdesignation by the U.S. Department of Education as aHispanic-Serving Institution and the Carnegie Foundation'sdesignation as a Community Engagement institution are powerfulexamples of how St. Mary's fulfills its Catholic mission andMarianist values in service to its students, the San Antoniocommunity and beyond. The University has experienced remarkable success in buildingphilanthropic support. The next president will build on thisfoundation by articulating and working toward a next-generationvision for St. Mary's and furthering its fundraising success insupport of that vision. The next president will be a practicingCatholic with an earned terminal degree; a demonstrated trackrecord of successful organizational leadership at the senior level;and an expressed willingness to embrace and advance the St. Mary'score Marianist values. Academic Search is assisting St. Mary's University in this search.For more information about the position, institution,qualifications, leadership priorities and application process,please review the <a href="https://cloud.3dissue.net/5656/5635/6316/94782/index.html?2589" target="_blank">3Dflipbook</a> or download the full position profile from theAcademic Search website: <a href="https://apptrkr.com/4291140" target="_blank">https://academicsearch.org/open-searches-public/</a> Confidential discussions about this opportunity may be directlyarranged with one of the senior consultants leading thesearch: * Dr. Scott Flanagan, <a href="https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/ScottFlanagan@academicsearch.org/bookings/" target="_blank">Bookings</a> or by email: <a href="mailto:scott.flanagan@academicsearch.org" target="_blank">scott.flanagan@academicsearch.org</a> * Dr. Katherine Haley, <a href="https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/AcademicSearchKatherineHaley@academicsearch.org/bookings/" target="_blank">Bookings</a> or by email: <a href="mailto:katherine.haley@academicsearch.org" target="_blank">katherine.haley@academicsearch.org</a> Applications and nominations should be sent to <a href="mailto:StMarysTXPresident@academicsearch.org" target="_blank">StMarysTXPresident@academicsearch.org</a>.Applications should include, in two separate attachments: 1) aletter of application addressing the qualifications and leadershipcharacteristics listed in the position profile and 2) a currentcurriculum vita (CV) showing relevant administrativeresponsibilities and accomplishments. When submitting a nomination,please include the nominee's full name, position, institution, andemail address.To ensure full consideration by the search committee,applications should be received by Thursday, September 21,2023. St. Mary's University is a Hispanic-Serving Institution and anEqual Opportunity Employer. The University is committed tofurthering diversity, equity, and inclusion and encourages allqualified candidates to apply. jeid-3d4470824af642c38b5b40e7851638cf

President

The State University of New York, Upstate Medical University’s Norton College of Medicine (SUNY Upstate) is seeking a Division Chief for Hematology/Oncology to oversee the growth and expansion of an already highly-respected division within the institution. This opportunity offers the advantage of joining the leadership team of the only academic center in the region and a rapidly growing cancer center.&nbsp; Upstate Cancer Center has experienced significant growth and sees more than 2,800 new cancer patients per year, resulting in more than 80,000 visits.&nbsp; 
The Opportunity
The Chief, Division of Hematology/Oncology is the academic, clinical, and administrative leader of the Division of Hematology/Oncology at SUNY Upstate. With the support and dedication of the new Chair of Medicine (<a href="https://www.upstate.edu/news/articles/2023/2023-03-20-taub.php" target="_blank">Cynthia Taub, MD, MBA</a>), the Division Chief has the opportunity to build a nationally recognized program while leading and directing programmatic, clinical, research and educational development within the Division, and will liaise with other divisions, departments, and institutional leadership in the SUNY Upstate Cancer Center.
The Ideal Candidate
The candidate should be an outstanding physician with a history of successful leadership experience, knowledge of the market forces impacting cancer healthcare delivery, and evidence of mentoring/training and scholarship.&nbsp;
The Organization
The Division of Hematology/Oncology at SUNY Upstate is on an upward trajectory and home to a highly talented group of 16 faculty members, additional advanced practice providers, clinical research associates, and operates a 3-year hematology/oncology fellowship program (12 fellows). The Upstate Cancer Center is the leading cancer program in Central New York providing world-class multidisciplinary care for the nearly 1.8 million residents of Central New York integrated with robust research and educational programs.&nbsp; The Cancer Center operates out of a dedicated 150,000 square foot state-of-art facility adjacent to the main academic campus that supports comprehensive multidisciplinary cancer programs. Regional cancer care is provided in 8 satellite offices with a new multidisciplinary center opening in 2023. Clinical research is supported by dedicated Cancer Center administrative personnel and integrated with a strong core of basic and translational investigators. The Cancer Center is in the process of growing operations to support the needs of the community and its future pursuit of NCI designation. SUNY Upstate Medical University is one of three academic medical centers of the State University of New York, with an annual budget of more than $1.8B. Approximately 11,000 people work at SUNY Upstate, which is the largest employer in Central New York.
The Region
Syracuse, New York is part of the Central New York Finger Lakes region, which is recognized as a culturally diverse community with excellent schools, affordable housing, numerous recreational and social activities, and beautiful seasonal weather.&nbsp;
Nominations are greatly appreciated and may be sent to:
Bernard Godley, MD, PhD, MBA, Lead Physician Executive
Anne Neubauer, Vice President
c/o Charlotte Tinsley, Consultant
AMN Healthcare, Physician and Leadership Solutions - Executive Search
Email:&nbsp; <a href="mailto:Charlotte.Tinsley@AMNhealthcare.com" target="_blank">Charlotte.Tinsley@AMNhealthcare.com</a>
~AMN Healthcare has been exclusively retained by SUNY Upstate to lead this important national search~
Upstate Medical University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer committed to excellence through diversity.&nbsp;
Applications from women and minorities are strongly encouraged.

Division Chief, Hematology and Oncology

Leadership Opportunity
Human Resources Director
Mary McDowell Friends School
Brooklyn, NY
For Immediate Hire
Mary McDowell Friends School (MMFS), a Quaker, coeducational, K-12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities, seeks a mission-driven Director of Human Resources to begin immediately. Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Director of Human Resources will be a key member of the school’s leadership team and will develop, implement and administer human resource strategy in support of the mission of the School and reflective of its anti-racist, equitable and inclusive commitments. The Director will provide strategic direction for the organization, specifically in the areas of talent and performance management, employee relations, orientation,&nbsp; training and development, and compensation analysis. The Director of Human Resources will also provide direct support to the senior administration team on all HR matters and help to create and develop policies that attract, support, and retain excellent personnel.&nbsp;
This newly created position reflects the needs of a school that has grown in program, students and employees. In this stage of its development, MMFS seeks an experienced human resource professional who can strategically assess, evolve and create systems to support this growth. Positioning the school to stay up to date with and nimbly respond to changing HR laws and practices while also building the department’s capacity to address employee concerns effectively and efficiently is increasingly important.&nbsp;
Strategic Priorities/Opportunities:
<ul>
<li>Strategic partnership with school leaders to develop HR policies and practices and establish clear structures of reporting</li>
<li>Assessing HR technology and information systems to identify areas for improvement and efficiencies</li>
<li>Developing effective hiring and onboarding processes to achieve institutional goals around diversity and equity and employee engagement</li>
</ul>
THE POSITION
As part of the leadership team, this position is critical in helping to develop a culture that provides opportunities for all employees to grow and learn. The Director will help support the school's diversity and equity initiatives through its HR practices and policies. By examining identity, equity, and privilege in their own practice, the position will serve as a model and help sustain a school culture where all social identities feel welcomed.
Essential Functions:
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Establish and implement HR strategies that effectively communicate and support the School’s mission, strategic vision, and overall business operations objectives
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Function as an advisor to the senior administration and guide division heads/administration regarding critical organizational and management-related issues
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Develop comprehensive strategic recruiting and retention plans using a DEIJB lens to meet the needs of the School
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Provide leadership and guidance by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, retention, training, and leadership development
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Advise leadership on disciplinary issues that arise and possible legal implications with consultation of the school’s attorney
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Help the school manage its benefits program, host open enrollment events, and make recommendations to school leadership regarding benefit changes. Additionally, the Director of HR, in conjunction with the CFO and school leadership team, will meet with the school’s health insurance broker to review health benefits, recommend modifications to the benefits lineup and funding strategies as necessary
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Work in partnership with the CFO, Head of School, and Associate Head to develop and implement comprehensive compensation and benefits plans that are competitive within the marketplace&nbsp;
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Consistently review employment practices and ensure that the school complies with them, as well as analyze the school’s existing policies and procedures to propose improvements and/or issue new policies when needed&nbsp;
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Help oversee the maintenance of employment manuals, ensure all policies continue to meet the school's needs, and update the manuals as new protocols and policies are established by external agencies such as State and Federal governments. These protocols and policies include the following but are not limited to:&nbsp;
○&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Harassment policy, sexual abuse, document retention&nbsp;
○&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Faculty and staff handbooks&nbsp;
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Manage employee separation process for both voluntary and involuntary terminations, and conduct exit interviews as necessary&nbsp;
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Act as a liaison between employees and senior school administrators concerning employees’ personnel matters, including grievances, demands, accommodations, and leaves of absence
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Work with the CFO to oversee and manage the school’s retirement plans to ensure compliance with sections 402(g) and 415 and ERISA regulations&nbsp;
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Participates in the school’s risk management program and works proactively to mitigate risk in the human resources area
Qualities of the next Director of Human Resources
The new Director of Human Resources will be an experienced professional who has demonstrated success in all aspects of human resources. MMFS is a close-knit community deeply dedicated to the work of the school. The Director must demonstrate a practice of collaboration, strategic thinking,&nbsp; problem-solving and decisiveness guided by compassion and understanding. In addition, the Director must have know-how and expertise in the recruitment, development and retention of an excellent and diverse staff. As the HR functions continue to grow and mature, a Director with a coach mindset to develop leaders in this work will be essential. The Director will have a successful history of building a warm and supportive culture.
Required Skills/Abilities:
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Excellent verbal and written communication skills
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Excellent interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Strong supervisory and leadership skills
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Strong knowledge of employment laws and practices, including EEO, ERISA, FLSA, ADA, Workers’ compensation, FMLA, FLA, PFL, Pregnancy Disability, HIPAA, and OSHA regulations&nbsp;
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Proven working knowledge of human resources concepts, practices, and procedures
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Knowledge of and experience with varied human resource information systems
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Proficient in analyzing data related to human resources
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Ability to build trust, respect, and credibility with senior leaders, faculty, and staff, serving as a valued resource
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Ability to utilize resources to make recommendations to effectively resolve problems or issues by using judgment that is consistent with school culture, standards, practices, policies, procedures, and/or government law&nbsp;
Education and Experience:
●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; MBA or MA/MS in Human Resources or related field preferred
●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; A minimum of five years of executive HR experience
●&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP) or SHRM Certified Professional (SHRM-CP) certification is preferred
Physical Requirements:
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
■&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times
THE SCHOOL
Mary McDowell Friends School is a K–12 college preparatory program dedicated to the success of students with learning disabilities. Grounded in the Quaker values of equality, integrity, and social responsibility, the school cultivates a diverse and anti-racist community in which all students can reach their full potential. Their specialized teaching methodologies and challenging curricula empower students to become academic achievers, creative thinkers, advocates for equity, and contributing members of a global society.
Established in 1984 with a class of five students as the Mary McDowell Center for Learning at the Brooklyn Meeting House, the school now occupies three campuses for its lower, middle and upper schools, serving more than 400 students. Students come to MMFS with their own skills, talents, and abilities. Through differentiated instruction, the commitment of our highly skilled teachers and support staff, and the rigorous academics offered, their students succeed in school.&nbsp;
At MMFS, every learner shines. The school supports its students to grow and to find their innate gifts and “inner light.” The faculty and staff provide students with opportunities to reach their full potential by understanding how they learn, drawing on their strengths, and encouraging them to meet their challenges. The students work hard at academics, the arts, and athletics so their many talents can emerge.&nbsp;
The school equips students with the tools they need to thrive. MMFS graduates succeed at some of the nation’s top colleges and universities. Others forge fulfilling career paths through hands-on programs that provide important life skills. The MMFS experience empowers students to take an active role in learning at every level—elementary, middle, and high school, college and beyond. Students build a foundation at MMFS that will support them long after they have graduated.&nbsp;
Procedure to Apply
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Director of Human Resources

The incumbent will work under the overall supervision of the Vice-President (Academic Affairs), and functionally under the Head of Port Management. As a faculty member at the World Maritime University, the Assistant Professor is expected to provide teaching/mentoring and research and publication and promote inter-university cooperation in areas related to maritime economics and management.
The Assistant Professor of Maritime Economics and Management is expected to contribute to the overall efforts of WMU to strengthen the economics component in its academic programmes. This position is therefore open to candidates with a wide range of interests and expertise in economic and management matters related to shipping and port operations and management. Areas of focus of potential candidates for this position may include, among others, maritime economics, business, and management.
Responsibilities
The Assistant Professor of Maritime Economics and Management is expected, under the supervision of the Vice-President (Academic Affairs) and functionally under the Head of Port Management, to be engaged in:
<ul>
<li>teaching, including engagement in the MSc teaching programmes in Malmö, WMU Outreach Campuses and other locations as assigned; coordinating and participating in student field studies; mentoring of PhD and MSc students and supervision of research theses/dissertations in areas related to the expertise; maintaining scholarship in the form of publications in peer-reviewed journals, books, book chapters, etc.; developing research projects, submission of project proposals, and delivery of such projects; disseminating research findings at academic and professional conferences and meetings; maintain active engagement and remain up-to-date in area of expertise, including collaborating with UN agencies, EU bodies and relevant industry partners and professional bodies; being involved in distance learning (e-learning) programmes, PDCs, and capacity-building courses as required; serving on WMU committees and work groups, and active participation in administrative, academic, and curriculum duties; and undertake special projects and other duties as required.</li>
</ul>
Education 
<ul>
<li>PhD in the area of Maritime Economics, Policy, Operations, Management or a related subject for the position.</li>
</ul>
Experience
Essential
<ul>
<li>A minimum of three years of experience, after obtaining a PhD, in teaching at the post-graduate level; Demonstrated knowledge of maritime economics and expertise in maritime businesses, such as shipping and port operations and management; Familiarity with IMO key instruments related to trade facilitation; A track record in maritime research and scholarly publication in maritime economics and management or other areas related to the position; Advanced knowledge of international trade and global supply chain.</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Professional experience in working within or with shipping and port organizations;</li>
<li>Sea-going and/or industry experiences are highly appreciated;</li>
<li>Experience with the United Nations system; Experience in research project management in relation to the position and in capacity-building programs for developing countries; Experience in organizing conferences and seminars and fund-raising; Experience in economic impact assessment in the context of the UN Sustainability Goals and the major research areas at WMU; Relevant track record of consultancy/advisory activities in/for relevant international fora.</li>
</ul>
Languages
Essential
<ul>
<li>Fluency in spoken and written English.</li>
</ul>
Desirable
<ul>
<li>Knowledge of another UN language would be an advantage.</li>
</ul>
Essential
<ul>
<li>Excellent communication skills in an international and diverse academic community; Ability to work independently and as part of a professional/academic team; Effective organizational skills to manage time and priorities in teaching and administrative duties as appropriate; Ability to act as point of contact for problems/inquiries from students in the areas of expertise; Ability to work in a multicultural environment and to demonstrate gender-sensitive and non-discriminatory behaviour and attitudes; Ability to deal with administrative matters as appropriate to the rank of an Assistant Professor and with reference to other colleagues within WMU.</li>
</ul>
WMU is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment of mutual respect. WMU recruits and employs staff regardless of gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religious, cultural and ethnic backgrounds or disabilities.
WMU seeks to increase the number of women at all levels and, therefore, qualified women are particularly encouraged to apply.
Application
The position offers an attractive salary (P-2 Grade of the ICSC salary scale), free of income tax in Sweden, a benefits package and relocation expenses. Applicants must fill in the Personal History form, which can be found at <a href="https://www.wmu.se/docs/personal-history-form" target="_blank">https://www.wmu.se/docs/personal-history-form</a>, and should send a letter of interest, a complete CV, and the contact information of three referees to Marco Batista, Head of Human Resources (<a href="mailto:mb@wmu.se" target="_blank">mb@wmu.se</a>).
Deadline for Applications: 17 September 2023.

Assistant Professor, Maritime Economics and Management 

Vice President for Research
Wayne State University (Wayne State/WSU), a premier public research university in the heart of Detroit, invites nominations and applications for the position of Vice President for Research (VPR).
The Vice President for Research serves as a member of the university's executive leadership team, reporting directly to the President, and works closely with the Provost and other members of the President’s Cabinet. The Vice President for Research is responsible for leading an office to mobilize and enhance Wayne State University's research capabilities and productivity; facilitating successful competition for external funding; and successfully demonstrating WSU's expertise in knowledge generation to respond to the regional and state needs of government, business, organizations, and individuals. The Office of the Vice President for Research also establishes and implements research policies and procedures, analyzes, and disseminates research productivity data, and represents the university's research interests to operations and organizations outside the university.
Wayne State is Michigan’s only urban research university, and holds the Carnegie Foundation’s highest ranking for both research intensiveness and community engagement.&nbsp; Wayne State’s research and development expenditures totaled nearly $242.2 million in fiscal year 2022 — a 10.9% increase since 2014. Based on NSF data, Wayne State ranked 72nd among public universities and 108th among all universities in FY21 research expenditures.
Wayne State has world-class research programs in the sciences, engineering, social sciences, education, law and humanities. The VPR will work closely with schools and colleges to expand external funding opportunities and to support faculty research and collaborations.
As the senior research officer of the university, the Vice President for Research is responsible for collaborating with relevant constituencies to develop and implement a vision, plan, and policies to guide and expand the university's research portfolio, and work with faculty to oversee critical aspects of the university's research infrastructure and operations.
Direct reports to the Vice President for Research currently include assistant/associate vice presidents, directors, staff members within the Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR). The Division of Research consists of Sponsored Programs Administration, the Office of Research Compliance, the Division of Laboratory Animal Research, and the Office of Environmental Health and Safety. Four of the university’s 29 centers and institutes also report to the Vice President for Research.
The university is committed to ensuring that Wayne State advances its role as a world leader in discovery and knowledge application. To do so, WSU will increase strategic integrative research foci and nurture the broad ecosystem for scholarly inquiry, discovery, creativity, and knowledge application by integrating academic strengths with the university’s community engagement mission and urban location. The research ecosystem is a key driver for economic growth, for the revitalization of Detroit, and for addressing real-world challenges in rapidly evolving urban environments across the globe. Engaging students at all levels enhances the research mission, as well as students’ academic experience and career preparation.
In support of the mission and strategic plan of the university, the next VPR will be tasked with the following opportunities and expectations:
<ul>
<li>Leadership with vision&nbsp; Serve as a passionate advocate and effective spokesperson Collaborate with the departments, centers, research units, schools, and colleges Boost programs and actions for funding research Strengthen the research infrastructure Generate real-world impact</li>
</ul>
Specifically, in connection with the above, the VPR will:
<ul>
<li>Oversee the work of the OVPR, Integrative Biosciences, Sponsored Program Administration, Research Compliance, Research Communications, Research Development, Translational Sciences and Clinical Research Innovation, Division of Laboratory Animal Research, Office of Environmental Health and Safety, Center for Molecular Medicine and Genetics (dual with School of Medicine), Institute of Environmental Health Sciences, Institute of Gerontology, and the Merrill Palmer Skillman Institute.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement a vision, plan and policies to guide the university's broad research portfolio in achieving the research goals of the university through regular consultation with researchers and research advisory groups across the campus. Work closely with colleges, schools and centers to advance the broad research mission of Wayne State University. Develop innovative ways to support faculty in seeking grant opportunities.</li>
<li>Develop strategies to ensure the necessary research infrastructure is available and aligned with existing research strengths and emerging research opportunities.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state and university regulations governing research, and ensure that research is conducted according to the highest ethical standards.</li>
<li>Work closely with the Provost and research faculty and advisory groups in the schools, colleges and centers to develop, refine and implement a university-wide vision and strategic plan to strengthen the university’s research portfolio and raise its research ranking.</li>
<li>Work with the Office of the Provost to strengthen research within the academic programs, departments and centers or institutes.</li>
<li>Work with the Graduate School to recruit top doctoral students.</li>
<li>Promote multidisciplinary and translational research opportunities across the university, as well as identify, develop and nurture innovation, collaboration, and strategic research initiatives.</li>
<li>Partner with TechTown, the university’s affiliated business incubator and accelerator, to encourage the growth of the entrepreneurial ecosystem both within WSU and across the region.</li>
<li>Participate on the steering committee for the Office of Business Innovation, the university’s central resource for student entrepreneurship, technology commercialization and corporate relations.</li>
<li>Serve as a member of the leadership team for the University Research Corridor, an alliance of Michigan’s three leading research institutions.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet, the senior leadership team of the university, sharing common university-wide goals and accountability with other team members.</li>
<li>Develop, oversee, implement, fund and assess research initiatives as identified in and aligned with the university’s strategic plan; participate in strategic planning efforts.</li>
<li>Advise the President, Provost and Deans on research initiatives, policy and operations.</li>
<li>Communicate research results and information to research faculty, university administrators, and other internal and external research constituencies.</li>
<li>Cultivate relationships with governmental granting and regulatory agencies and industry to aid in improving WSU’s research efforts and identification of research opportunities.</li>
<li>Foster an environment that recognizes research excellence, collegiality, and scholarship across the university.</li>
</ul>
Professional Qualifications and Key Attributes:
<ul>
<li>A doctorate from a research university.</li>
<li>Broad experience with externally funded research.</li>
<li>A record as an investigator of distinction with intellectual stature and research credentials demonstrating accomplishment at a level commensurate with the rank of full professor in field of scholarship and research.</li>
<li>Administrative leadership experience in a relevant research environment, leading complex research teams and organizations.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in technology transfer and commercialization efforts.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success as an administrator and fiscal manager.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in working at the federal level on research initiatives, challenges and policies.</li>
<li>Record of success in procuring and managing sponsored research programs.</li>
<li>Experience in research policy formation, compliance issues and implementation.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with academic departments and programs, including graduate programs and entities such as the Graduate School, and to promote university-wide interdisciplinary research efforts.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including a clear commitment to transparency.</li>
<li>Demonstrated success in fostering student opportunities for research, with evidence of student-focused and service-minded leadership.</li>
<li>Demonstrated commitment to shared governance and close collaboration with faculty.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with business and industry.</li>
<li>Commitment to the mission and purpose of an urban public research university and ability to work with a culturally diverse population.</li>
</ul>
Wayne State University, founded in 1868, is a nationally recognized public, urban research university in Detroit. Committed to educational opportunity, research and community enrichment, Wayne State serves a critical role in Michigan’s higher education landscape. It holds the highest Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching designations in both research and community engagement.
Just as the city of Detroit is undergoing a renaissance, the university itself is in a time of significant transformation, strengthening its ability to serve students from Michigan and around the world.
Wayne State University’s campus, located in the cultural center and historic district in the heart of Detroit’s Midtown neighborhood, encompasses approximately 200 acres. The university enrolls nearly 25,000 students, making it the third largest among Michigan’s 15 public universities and one of the largest in the nation. Wayne State boasts the most diverse student body among Michigan’s public universities, with students of widely diverse backgrounds from nearly every U.S. state and 79 countries. In a recent survey, Wayne State University students ranked the campus diversity highest among a list of campus strengths. The university’s comprehensive academic programs are offered through 13 schools and colleges.
Wayne State University ranked 72nd among American public universities, according to the FY 2021 National Science Foundation Research rankings; its medical sciences, physics, chemistry, physical science and psychology programs and its law school rank in the top 100 nationwide. Annual research funding awarded in 2022 was nearly $288.4 million. Wayne State has a thriving research and technology park called TechTown Detroit and a number of partnerships with government, industry and business. The university houses one of 41 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers — the Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute — as well as the NIH-funded Center for Urban Responses to Environmental Stressors.
The Search Committee invites letters of interest and nominations to be submitted directly to the search firm, Anthem Executive. Correspondence should include a curriculum vitae and a letter of interest describing relevant experience and interest in the position, and should be submitted to Scott Watson, Michael Ballew, Florene Stawowy, or J.R. Wheless at:
<a href="mailto:WSUVPR@AnthemExecutive.com" target="_blank">WSUVPR@AnthemExecutive.com</a>
While applications and nominations will be accepted until the position is filled, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials ASAP to assure optimal consideration. There will be an initial cut-off date for submission to the committee. Expressing interest is the first step in receiving consideration and does not make one an applicant for the position.
Wayne State University is an equal opportunity employer. No person will be discriminated against or harassed in employment because of race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, familial status, marital status, arrest record, height, weight, sexual orientation, qualified Vietnam era veterans, qualified special disabled veterans, recently separated veterans and other protected veterans, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal or state law.
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting to work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.

Vice President for Research

Warren Wilson College seeks a Vice President for Finance &amp; Administration/CFO Click here to view position profile: <a href="https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/WarrenWilson_VP_FinanceAdmin_CFO_Profile.pdf" target="_blank">https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/WarrenWilson_VP_FinanceAdmin_CFO_Profile.pdf</a> Location: Asheville, North Carolina
The Position: The Vice President for Finance and Administration/CFO (VPFA) reports directly to the President and is a key member of the President's leadership team. The VPFA must understand and be supportive of the mission of the College and be comfortable working transparently in partnership with the President, other administrative leaders, staff and faculty, and the Board of Trustees in an environment that embraces shared governance and values collaboration. This VPFA is also responsible for the fiscal integrity and operational efficiency of the institution. The VPFA oversees the offices of accounting and finance, information technology, human resources, facilities, public safety, conferences and rentals, Swannanoa Gathering, and dining services.
An Opportunity for Visionary Leadership Like many liberal arts colleges and universities, Warren Wilson College is facing challenges arising from current social, political, financial, and demographic realities. Successful navigation through these challenges requires independent colleges to move beyond conventional models that rely heavily on student tuition to fund the crucial work of higher education. The VPFA will partner with the President and other key stakeholders to leverage Warren Wilson’s unique strengths, develop an innovative plan for growing the College’s resources, and facilitate the transformation necessary to preserve the College’s distinctive mission and secure its future for generations of students to come.
The College’s VPFA must, therefore, have a distinctive set of key attributes and skills. The VPFA will:
<ul>
<li>Share the commitment of President Fernández to the mission and social impact of Warren Wilson College and will be his thought partner in developing a new strategic plan and executing a path to financial sustainability for the College.</li>
<li>Be a quick study and a strong communicator, able to comprehend, in their totality, the institution’s finances and to communicate effectively about them to the Board and shared governance groups, creating understanding and support for the College’s financial strategy and needed decisions.</li>
<li>Be able to build and present budget models that reflect possible choices and projected results, basing models on variables like enrollment, tuition revenue, tuition discount, net tuition, student retention, auxiliary income, philanthropic giving, facilities costs, employee costs, and program costs.</li>
<li>Possess acumen to assist the President by developing financial pro formas to support evaluation of current programs, proposed new programs, and potential revenue-generating initiatives and partnerships with for-profit entities.</li>
</ul>
Responsibilities: Strategy and Financial Leadership:
<ul>
<li>Serve as a member of the President’s Cabinet and advise the President and other key members of the leadership team on financial planning, budgeting, cash flow, investment priorities, and policy matters.</li>
<li>In collaboration with the President and administration develop new revenue sources to support the mission of the College.</li>
<li>Serve as the main financial liaison to the Board of Trustees and the Administration and Finance, Investment, Audit, and Building and Grounds Committees. Effectively communicate and present critical financial matters to the Board and its committees.</li>
<li>Gain the trust of administration, staff, and faculty by effectively communicating with the campus about financial issues.</li>
<li>Develop and execute a long-range financial plan for the institution that works to maintain the fiscal health of the College while simultaneously allowing for strategic growth.</li>
</ul>
Operations:
<ul>
<li>Partner with the President of the College and the Vice President of Enrollment and Marketing in developing strategies that work to increase undergraduate net tuition revenue.</li>
<li>Review the operations of the College to ensure that they are efficient and effective and determine if there are areas that can be reengineered in ways that will allow for greater economies of operation.</li>
<li>Direct and manage the assets of the College and develop and maintain systems of internal controls to safeguard financial assets of the College.</li>
<li>Guide annual budgeting process and produce financial, expense and budgeting reports.</li>
<li>Arrange for the preparation of the audited financial reports by external auditors.</li>
<li>Oversee the management of Information Technology, including critical infrastructure, cybersecurity, enterprise data and intelligence, computing hardware and software, and instructional technology.</li>
<li>Oversee the management of facilities including new construction, renovation, and non-routine maintenance.</li>
<li>Maintain oversight of Risk Management and Property Insurance and collaborate with Human Resources on the financial oversight of other insurance (including health, life, dental).</li>
</ul>
Fundraising and Endowment:
<ul>
<li>Oversee endowment investments as prescribed by the Investment Committee of the Board and advise the President and key stakeholders, including administration, on strategic use of endowment funds.</li>
<li>Partner with the Vice President of Advancement to ensure effective stewardship of gifts to the College.</li>
<li>Represent the College externally as needed, especially in banking and lease negotiations. Manage bond indebtedness and banking and auditing relationships.</li>
</ul>
Staff Supervision and Development:
<ul>
<li>Promote a culture of high performance and develop staff using a supportive, collaborative and data-driven approach.</li>
<li>Ensure all staff are customer-focused in their dealings with students, faculty, staff and others.</li>
<li>Oversee, direct, and supervise offices of accounting and finance, information technology, human resources, facilities, public safety, conferences and rentals, Swannanoa gathering, dining services and the bookstore.</li>
<li>Actively participate in the selection, hiring, training, and evaluation of direct reports, facilitate and direct the process of goal setting for direct reports, and conduct regular meetings with them to monitor workflow and offer feedback and guidance.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.</li>
<li>Flexible, courageous, and honest leader who can positively and productively lead strategic and tactical finance and administration initiatives.</li>
<li>Strong commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion and the ability to work effectively with a diverse staff.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication skills. Significant experience with strategic financial planning, budget modeling, and support for partnership development.</li>
<li>Demonstrated financial and administrative leader with superior analytical and management skills, able to develop sophisticated financial models and comfortable with innovative approaches to funding the College and its programs.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Master's degree in Business, Finance, or Accounting.</li>
<li>Certified Public Accountant (CPA).</li>
<li>10 years of experience in a leadership role, preferably with both external audit and in-house financial management experience.</li>
</ul>
About the Institution: Warren Wilson College is a vibrant, independent college with an innovative curriculum that purposefully integrates the liberal arts and experiential learning with community engagement and work experiences to prepare students for not only professional success, but also a life of meaning. Located on a 1,135-acre campus in the Blue Ridge Mountains near Asheville, North Carolina, the College enrolls approximately 600 undergraduates and 100 graduates in a learning community committed to sustainable practices, cross-cultural understanding, and the common good.
Warren Wilson College is one of the Fiske Guide’s Top 20 “Best Buy” colleges for 2023. The College’s most popular programs are Art, Biology, Creative Writing, Conservation Biology, Environmental Studies, Global Studies, and Pre-Vet. With nearly 100 on-campus work crews and over 250 community service partners, Warren Wilson College provides an educational program that promotes curiosity and empathy and prepares graduates with skills to engage in groundbreaking scholarship, pursue meaningful careers with professional integrity, and lead purposeful lives dedicated to fostering a just, equitable and sustainable world.
Warren Wilson College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award Bachelor of Arts, Bachelor of Science, Master of Arts, and Master of Fine Arts degrees. Students are supported in and out of the classroom with their learning through a dedicated and talented faculty: 52 full-time, 15 part-time, and 47 adjuncts.
Visit <a href="https://www.warren-wilson.edu" target="_blank">https://www.warren-wilson.edu</a>.
Students choose from 21 majors, 33 concentrations, 33 minors, and four pre-professional advising areas for their academic pursuits. The College also offers a nationally renowned <a href="https://warren-wilson.edu/programs/mfa-in-creative-writing/" target="_blank">MFA Program for Writers</a>. Students are supported in and out of the classroom with their learning through a dedicated and talented faculty: 52 full-time, 15 part-time, and 47 adjunct.
Warren Wilson College is one of <a href="https://www.workcolleges.org/" target="_blank">nine work colleges in the country</a>, where all residential students are required to work on campus, and in exchange they receive money towards their tuition. Warren Wilson receives an annual grant of $2 million from the U.S. Department of Education that helps support the meaningful work experiences in which students engage.
In addition to the 1,100-acre campus classroom, laboratory, and library of natural resources which include managed forests, and native wilderness, students learn on a working farm, running a mixed crop and livestock operation with a commitment to sustainable practices which in turn provides public educational opportunities for the wider community.
Every student at Warren Wilson is also required to do community engagement, where they volunteer in the community. Focused on addressing social and environmental justice issues, Warren Wilson students are supported by the Center for Community Engagement and annually, complete over 50,000 hours with local, national, and global communities.
Leadership &amp; Governance Dr. Damián J. Fernández is the 10th president of Warren Wilson College, assuming leadership on June 1, 2023.
A Cuban immigrant and first-generation college student who grew up in Puerto Rico, Fernández comes to Warren Wilson with more than 30 years of experience in teaching and leadership positions at both private and public institutions.
Chair of the Board Lach Zemp said, “Dr. <a>Fernández</a> brings a wealth and depth of experience in higher education that is in perfect alignment with the values instilled in our students from Warren Wilson’s long legacy of excellent academics, service to community and the importance of work.”
Fernández’s aspirations for Warren Wilson College include advancing innovative programs that deepen project- and problem-based learning, growing and diversifying enrollment, addressing facilities and other institutional needs, and rethinking the traditional business model of liberal arts colleges.
“Warren Wilson’s foundational commitment to access and its pedagogy of mind, heart, and hand—learning, service, and work—are as compelling now as in 1894,” Fernández said. “Together we will push the boundaries of experiential learning for the 21st century. Warren Wilson will be a leader in the renewal of the American liberal arts college by focusing on excellence, inclusion, innovation, and impact.”
“Ours is a pivotal moment in the history of the College and our nation,” Fernández said. “Together we will ensure Warren Wilson’s future as a place that contributes to individual and community transformation for the greater good. What an honor and responsibility to be steward of that mission. I thank the Board and the community for this extraordinary opportunity.”
Fernández received his bachelor’s from the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs at Princeton University, master’s in Latin American Studies from the University of Florida, and Ph.D. in International Relations from the University of Miami.
<a href="https://www.warren-wilson.edu/2023/02/17/warren-wilson-college-names-dr-damian-j-fernandez-as-new-president/" target="_blank">Click here</a> to learn more.
Fernández joins the governance structure of Warren Wilson College which consists of the <a href="https://www.warren-wilson.edu/about/leadership/board-of-trustees/" target="_blank">Board of Trustees</a>, the President, a group of 14 faculty and staff representatives, and the Student Government Association, in addition to committees and working groups created as needed.
To Apply: Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a curriculum vitae/resume and a letter of interest.
To apply online, go to: <a href="https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su373" target="_blank">https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su373</a>
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Warren Wilson College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to developing a campus community that reflects the full diversity of the human experience and, as such, welcomes all applicants.
Warren Wilson College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender or gender identity, age, marital status, disability, or sexual orientation, in the administration of its educational policies, recruitment or admission of students, scholarship, grant or loan programs, athletic or other College administered programs, employment procedures, training programs, promotion policies or other related personnel practices.

Vice President for Finance & Administration/CFO

Southern Oregon University seeks a Provost and Vice President for Academic &amp; Student Affairs Click here to view position profile: <a href="https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SOU_Provost_VPAA_SA_Profile.pdf" target="_blank">https://summitsearchsolutions.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/SOU_Provost_VPAA_SA_Profile.pdf</a> Location: Ashland, Oregon
The Position: The Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs (Provost &amp; VPAA/SA) provides vital, creative, and adaptable leadership to the academic enterprise at Southern Oregon University (SOU). This position plays a key role in institutional planning and strategy, in forging community partnerships, and in advancing SOU’s presence in the region, state, and nation. The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA has a significant duty in representing SOU to the Southern Oregon University Board of Trustees, engaging with the Oregon Provosts Council, and participating in the Oregon Council of Presidents. This person is responsible for articulating a vision and direction for Academic and Student Affairs and effectively communicating that vision to the campus community. The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA reports directly to the president and collaborates with the other vice presidents to execute the president's leadership agenda. This position is also responsible for managing the operations of the university in the president’s absence.
The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA oversees all of the academic schools at SOU and the services that support them, as well as the university’s portfolio of student support and success services. This leader is responsible for guiding academic and enrollment planning and shaping the student body through an institutional strategy for recruitment, admission, retention, advising and educational partnerships. Effective performance requires an in-depth understanding of the university’s mission and its various programs, and a commitment to work effectively within a shared decision-making environment (i.e., Faculty Senate, Staff Assembly, and the faculty union). A high level of collaboration, commitment to service excellence, and exceptional listening and communication skills are critical.
Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Lead Academic Affairs, establish and communicate a strong academic vision while promoting a culture of shared governance (40%) The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA is the Chief Academic Officer of SOU and provides leadership and robust support for the faculty, academic schools, and the library at SOU. Duties include, but are not limited to: support and promote teaching, scholarship, and community engagement activities; administer contracts; supervise and evaluate the academic directors and faculty personnel roster; launch faculty development programs; assess recruitment and hiring priorities; oversee the promotion and tenure process, faculty appointments, merit salary increases, and sabbatical leaves; respond to faculty grievances; support program review and assessment of the learning enterprise; guide various programs including instructional services, off-campus and continuing education programs, summer session, inter-institutional programs, various galleries and collections, and all that is necessary to support coursework, research, and intellectual exploration associated with the university’s intellectual life; give direction to research, grants and sponsored programs, and other creative endeavors; maintain effective channels of communication with the President, faculty, and Faculty Senate; serve as strategist in the faculty collective bargaining enterprise; and create a culture of collective ownership and accountability while collaborating on decision-making processes quickly and effectively.</li>
<li>Lead Strategic Enrollment Management and Student Affairs (25%) The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA is the Chief Enrollment Officer responsible for the executive leadership, strategic planning, and administrative oversight for all operations and support functions associated with the recruitment, retention, and engagement of students. Duties include, but are not limited to: foster creative thinking that builds on SOU’s strong tradition as a student-centered institution; guide strategic efforts to address issues related to student development, health and wellness, success, equity, and retention; address issues related to the review, implementation, improvement, and enhancement of policies, procedures, and program-specific services; and oversee Enrollment Services, Student Success, and Admissions and Recruitment to ensure efficiency in operations that drive enrollment growth that aligns with institutional goals.</li>
<li>External Outreach (10%) The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA partners with the president to implement SOU’s mission, vision, core values, and strategic directions in a manner that realizes growth that enhances student learning opportunities and positively impacts financial and economic development. This position develops and cultivates public-private partnerships with local, regional, and statewide business and industry.</li>
<li>Accreditation (10%) The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA administers activities related to the accreditation and the external review of SOU and its schools, departments, and programs. This position ensures compliance with various academic disciplines and their respective accreditation agencies.</li>
<li>Budget &amp; Resources (10%) The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA designs effective budget models for Academic and Student Affairs. This position analyzes financial information to include revenues and expenditures to ensure all operations are within budget; develops long-range planning and budget priorities; and provides supervision, evaluation and professional development for administrative and support staff.</li>
<li>Other Duties as Assigned (5%) The Provost &amp; VPAA/SA performs other duties as assigned by the president, including but not limited to: participating or leading ad hoc and standing working and advisory committees; serving on search committees; and representing SOU at functions, panels, and events.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications: Minimum:
<ul>
<li>Ph.D. or other terminal degree with a record of teaching and scholarship suitable for a tenured faculty appointment.</li>
<li>At least five years of successful leadership in a senior level position with academic administration, program development, budgeting, and personnel management experience.</li>
<li>Strong interpersonal, supervisory, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Proven record of a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives, and experience with institutional EDI goals and efforts.</li>
<li>Demonstrated record of fostering excellence in teaching, scholarship, and creative endeavor.</li>
<li>Experience developing and overseeing academic programs that increase student access and enrollment.</li>
<li>Thorough understanding of the compelling mission, challenges, and governance of public higher education.</li>
<li>Experience fostering partnerships between a university and the region it serves.</li>
<li>Ability to analyze and interpret data and communicate this to a broad set of audiences.</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to lead change. Demonstrated effectiveness working with shared governance structures (e.g., Faculty Senate).</li>
</ul>
Preferred:
<ul>
<li>Experience in student affairs.</li>
<li>A record of success leading strategic enrollment management efforts.</li>
<li>Experience in a teaching-focused institution, as well as institutions that serve first-generation non-traditional students.</li>
<li>Experience cultivating successful philanthropic relationships.</li>
<li>Experience working under collective bargaining agreements.</li>
<li>Experience in a liberal arts environment.</li>
</ul>
About the Institution: Established in 1872, Southern Oregon University (SOU) is becoming the ‘University for the Future’, under the direction of President Dr. Richard J. Bailey, Jr., who inspires the community to strive for greatness – individually and collectively. SOU provides career-focused, comprehensive educational experiences to over 5000 students with multiple degree path options through 46 undergraduate and 10 graduate-level academic programs in a dynamic range of fields while preparing them to live and lead in a multicultural, global society. Along with an emphasis on student success and intellectual growth, SOU is committed to diversity, equity inclusion, and sustainability. Theoretical and experiential learning programs provide quality, innovative experiences for learners. At SOU, students build strong community connections through internships, mentorships, field studies, capstone projects, volunteer opportunities, and civic engagement. To learn more: <a href="https://sou.edu/" target="_blank">https://sou.edu/</a>
Sitting on 175 acres, Southern Oregon University is committed to sustainable practices, environmental stewardship, and research that advances understanding of local, regional, and global environmental issues of which it has been nationally recognized. Recently, SOU was honored with the Best Case Study Award by the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education, was the first university in the nation to certify as a Bee Campus USA, and now boasts LEED Gold campus housing.
SOU’s presence is experienced not only in Ashland but also in Medford, Oregon at the Higher Education Center where students pursue two-year, four-year, and graduate degrees. At both locations, the passions of students combine seamlessly with an outstanding education in a unique location making SOU a wonderful place to work, live, and learn.
<ul>
<li>Sierra Magazine ranked SOU one of the top “Cool Schools” in the US</li>
<li>The Princeton Review named SOU one of the most environmentally responsible colleges in the US and Canada</li>
<li>SOU wasawarded 5 out of 5 stars on the Campus Pride Index in 2023</li>
<li>Outside Magazine named SOU one of the top 20 schools in the US where you can hit the books and the back country</li>
<li>SOU participates in Second Nature’s Climate Commitment</li>
<li>SOU is the nation’s first Bee Campus USA, and a designated Tree Campus by the Arbor Day Foundation</li>
</ul>
To Apply: Confidential review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled; parties who apply by September 5, 2023 will be given first consideration. Please submit a PDF version of your CV and cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for this position. To apply online, go to <a href="https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su357" target="_blank">https://theapplicantmanager.com/jobs?pos=su357</a>
For more information or to offer recommendations or nominations: Andrea Martinez Senior Consultant <a href="https://summitsearchsolutions.com/" target="_blank">Summit Search Solutions, Inc.</a> Direct: 919-357-8766 <a href="mailto:amartinez@summitsearchsolutions.com" target="_blank">amartinez@summitsearchsolutions.com</a>
Southern Oregon University is an equal employment opportunity employer and is strongly committed to achieving excellence through a diverse workforce. The University actively encourages applications of all qualified individuals.

Provost and Vice President for Academic & Student Affairs

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionCompany Description 
<ul>
<li>On Site</li>
<li>Salary: $120k-160k DOE</li>
<li>English/Korean Bilingual Required</li>
</ul>
Job Description 
We are seeking an experienced IT Consultant to lead and manage our IT operations across various domains. The successful candidate will oversee the operation of ERP systems—with a primary focus on ERP operations—and support key ERP modules including BC, HR, and FI/CO. In addition, this role includes oversight of IT operations, robust IT controls with a focus on budget management, cost analysis, and process improvements to drive cost efficiency and consolidation across all corps. The IT Consultant will also manage new projects, handle detailed reporting paperwork, and operate new IT systems from MCCA (e.g., HR BI system and websites). A key responsibility will be establishing consolidated IT procurement processes to achieve significant cost savings and equitable cost distribution among branches
Responsibilities:
(To perform within this position successfully, the incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties may be assigned.)
ERP Operations:
<ul>
<li>Manage and optimize overall ERP operations with a primary focus on ensuring the effectiveness of key modules including BC, HR, and FI/CO.</li>
<li>Collaborate with business units to ensure seamless integration and continuous improvement across these modules.</li>
</ul>
Infrastructure Management &amp; IT Control:
<ul>
<li>Supervise and maintain IT infrastructure, including network, servers, and hardware.</li>
<li>Implement robust IT control measures, focusing on budget oversight, cost management, and efficiency improvement initiatives.</li>
</ul>
IT Consolidation &amp; Project Management:
<ul>
<li>Lead IT consolidation efforts across all&nbsp;corps to streamline processes and systems.</li>
<li>Drive new project management activities including documentation, reporting, and overall project coordination.</li>
</ul>
New IT Systems Operation:
<ul>
<li>Oversee the deployment and ongoing management of new IT systems from MCCA, such as HR BI systems and web platforms.</li>
</ul>
Procurement &amp; Cost Saving Initiatives:
<ul>
<li>Develop and implement processes for IT consolidated procurement.</li>
<li>Ensure effective cost division and sharing of IT operating expenses among all branches.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications 
Required Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science (or related field).</li>
<li>Over 10 years of experience in IT management, with proven expertise in ERP systems, infrastructure management, and IT controls.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience in project management and IT consolidation across multiple branches or corporate entities.</li>
<li>Bilingual proficiency in English and Korean.</li>
</ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>Experience working with multinational corporations, particularly in contexts similar to MOBIS.</li>
<li>Familiarity with HR BI systems, web-based platforms, and modern IT procurement processes.</li>
<li>Strong analytical, problem-solving, and leadership skills.</li>
</ul>
Skills &amp; Competencies:
<ul>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.</li>
<li>Detail-oriented mindset with a strategic focus on cost efficiency and process improvement.</li>
<li>Proven collaborative approach to working in multicultural and cross-functional teams.</li>
</ul>
Additional Information:
<ul>
<li>Travel:&nbsp;Occasional travel may be required for cross-branch coordination and meetings</li>
</ul>
 Additional Information 
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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