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Director of Executive Development Center - Atkinson Graduate School of Management
The Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Willamette University seeks an experienced and innovative Director for its Executive Development Center (EDC). The Director will report directly to, and work closely with, the Dean and have full P&L responsibility for the EDC. The School, which is AACSB and NASPAA accredited, offers an Early Career MBA in Salem, OR, an MBA for Professionals in both Salem and Portland, OR, and has been offering executive education courses for about 10 years. More information about the Atkinson School, its people and programs can be found at www.willamette.edu/mba.
The Director will develop and execute a strategic plan for the EDC that results in steady and profitable growth. The Director will work closely with the faculty and program managers to further strengthen our executive education programs, improve their impact, and achieve high visibility in the private, public, and nonprofit sectors in the Northwest. He/she will be responsible for developing and managing key EDC contacts and will represent the School at events and meetings as needed to promote the visibility of the EDC. The Director will oversee the budget and operations of the center.
The position is a 12-month administrative appointment with a beginning date of June 1, 2008 (or earlier by mutual agreement). Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Willamette University offers an attractive benefits package including life, health, and disability insurance, tuition exchange, retirement contributions, and reimbursement for moving expenses.
Qualifications:
Desired qualifications include an MBA from an AACSB accredited program or an MPA from a NASPAA accredited program; a proven record of marketing/selling executive education programs or equivalent; and effective management or consulting experience in university or corporate settings. Candidates with a bachelor's degree with work experience equivalent to an advanced degree will be considered. Considerable experience in university and/or corporate executive development and training (including market demand assessment, client problem assessment, program and proposal development, faculty selection, program monitoring and evaluation), and considerable supervisory experience in university or corporate environments are required. Effective oral and written communication skills and excellent interpersonal skills are required. Familiarity with relationship management platforms and satisfaction assessment protocols desired.
Application:
Candidates should submit the following materials:
1. A cover letter of application addressing the required/desired qualifications and presenting any other applicant characteristics which deserve emphasis
2. A current, complete resume or curriculum vitae
3. Copies of all graduate and undergraduate transcripts
4. Three names of professional references with contact information [title, place of activity, mailing address, telephone number, e-mail address] who are readily accessible and would provide a letter of reference if requested to do so. Please indicate briefly how you have been associated with the referent.
Electronic versions of these documents (MSWord attachments or .pdf) are preferred.
Please contact Debra Ringold at 503-370-6125 or dringold@willamette.edu with any inquiries.
All submissions in support of the application should be addressed to:
Human Resources
Willamette University
900 State Street
Salem, OR 97301
Email: human-resources@willamette.edu
Office: (503) 370-6210
Fax: (503) 370-6570
POSTED: 1/31/08 CLOSES: Screening for this position will begin on February 29, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.
*All required application materials must be received in our office in order for materials to be forwarded to search committee.
*Our office hours are Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Believing that diversity contributes to academic excellence and to rich and rewarding communities, WU is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty, staff and student body. We seek candidates, particularly those from historically under-represented groups, whose work furthers diversity and who bring to campus varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.