Job ID: 376424
About the Job
TITLE AND LOCATION
Director, Weekes Center for Leadership. 12-month, 49% staff appointment. Located in the Department of Applied Economics, St. Paul Campus, University of Minnesota.
Position Summary
The Weekes Center for Leadership in CFANS seeks a dynamic and creative professional to serve as the Associate Director. Reporting to the Center Director, the Associate Director is a key hands-on leader responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the Center's innovative student-facing programs. This position is charged with building a vibrant portfolio of leadership experiences, including workshops, learning certifications, and co-curricular programs designed to equip students with the skills and confidence to excel.
A primary focus for the Associate Director will be the development and launch of the "Ignite & Inspire" peer-to-peer mentoring program, a cornerstone initiative designed to support first- and second-year students through their transition to college. The Associate Director will also work closely with the Director to create other high-impact opportunities, such as a digital externship program and learning modules on essential talent development topics like personal finance, self-leadership, and the application of artificial intelligence. This role is ideal for a student-centered professional passionate about leadership education and talent development.
Key Responsibilities
o Design, promote, and facilitate a variety of leadership development workshops, non-credit learning modules, and certification programs on topics such as personal finance, wellness, AI literacy, and self-leadership.
o Collaborate with the Director and campus partners to develop a new digital internship program, connecting CFANS students with relevant remote work experiences.
o Establish and oversee systematic program evaluation processes to measure student impact, satisfaction, and learning outcomes.
o Foster a welcoming and supportive environment within the Center's physical space, encouraging student interaction and community building.
o Provide direct support and guidance to student mentors, facilitating regular check-ins and ongoing training sessions.
o Manage program logistics, including event scheduling, communications, and tracking of participation data.
o Contribute to the creation of marketing and promotional materials for the Center's activities.
Qualifications
Essential
About the Job
TITLE AND LOCATION
Director, Weekes Center for Leadership. 12-month, 49% staff appointment. Located in the Department of Applied Economics, St. Paul Campus, University of Minnesota.
Position Summary
The Weekes Center for Leadership in CFANS seeks a dynamic and creative professional to serve as the Associate Director. Reporting to the Center Director, the Associate Director is a key hands-on leader responsible for the design, implementation, and management of the Center's innovative student-facing programs. This position is charged with building a vibrant portfolio of leadership experiences, including workshops, learning certifications, and co-curricular programs designed to equip students with the skills and confidence to excel.
A primary focus for the Associate Director will be the development and launch of the "Ignite & Inspire" peer-to-peer mentoring program, a cornerstone initiative designed to support first- and second-year students through their transition to college. The Associate Director will also work closely with the Director to create other high-impact opportunities, such as a digital externship program and learning modules on essential talent development topics like personal finance, self-leadership, and the application of artificial intelligence. This role is ideal for a student-centered professional passionate about leadership education and talent development.
Key Responsibilities
- Program Development and Management (70%)
o Design, promote, and facilitate a variety of leadership development workshops, non-credit learning modules, and certification programs on topics such as personal finance, wellness, AI literacy, and self-leadership.
o Collaborate with the Director and campus partners to develop a new digital internship program, connecting CFANS students with relevant remote work experiences.
o Establish and oversee systematic program evaluation processes to measure student impact, satisfaction, and learning outcomes.
- Student Engagement and Advising (20%)
o Foster a welcoming and supportive environment within the Center's physical space, encouraging student interaction and community building.
o Provide direct support and guidance to student mentors, facilitating regular check-ins and ongoing training sessions.
- Administrative Support (10%)
o Manage program logistics, including event scheduling, communications, and tracking of participation data.
o Contribute to the creation of marketing and promotional materials for the Center's activities.
Qualifications
Essential
- Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and a minimum of five years of experience in program development, student affairs, leadership education, academic advising, or a related area.