9314BR

Position Title:

Executive Director-RIT Certified

Organization:

RIT Certified

Job Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include ensuring optimal performance of the RIT Certified team, including operation and financial success, solution generation, and a focus on learner satisfaction; being resourceful and efficient with institutional resources to achieve annual goals; inspiring innovation and confidence in the RIT Certified department and its work; identifying large scale market opportunities and aligning RIT Certified capacities to those opportunities; and driving a culture of continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the workforce development sector.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.

• Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve business growth and revenue targets.

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities.

• Collaborate with colleges to develop and deliver customized solutions for clients.

• Prepare and present proposals, reports, and presentations to clients and senior management.

• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of business development strategies and initiatives.

• Stay current with industry trends, regulations, and best practices.

FLSA Category:

Exempt

Requisition Number:

9314BR

College/Division:

Provost

Required Application Documents:

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae or Resume

Employment Category:

Fulltime

Additional Details:

The hiring process for this position may require a criminal background check and/or motor vehicle records check. Any verbal or written offer made is contingent on satisfactory results, as determined by Human Resources.RIT does not discriminate. RIT promotes and values diversity, pluralism and inclusion in the work place. RIT provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, age, marital status, sex, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in its hiring, admissions, educational programs and activities.RIT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities under the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the New York Human Rights Law, or similar applicable law. If you need reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, and you wish to discuss potential accommodations related to your application for employment at RIT, please contact the Human Resources office at 585-475-2424 or email your request to Careers@rit.edu.

How To Apply:

In order to be considered for this position, you must apply for it at: http://careers.rit.edu/staff . Click the link for search openings and in the keyword search field, enter the title of the position or the BR number.

Wage Band (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/content/staff-wage-grade-bands) :

125A

Required Qualifications:

The University seeks a dynamic business development executive with a proven track record in managing profit-driven enterprises with extensive experience in leading businesses toward profitability and sustainability. The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial mindset and will be adept at identifying and addressing the needs of individuals and organizations. They must have a demonstrated ability to lead individuals and organizations effectively through periods of change.

The next executive director will bring evidence of leading educational organizations through agile program development and expedient program removal based on demand. Workforce development experience is preferred. They will bring strong financial acumen with the ability to own and manage profit and loss performance. The ideal candidate will also have the ability to anticipate and project future market opportunities related to workforce development. They must have excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills. Additionally, they should have strong analytical and problem-solving skills. A Bachelor’s degree is required, and a Master’s degree is preferred.

Department/College Description:

RIT Certified is a leader in forging strategic partnerships with industry and government to identify workforce gaps, emerging skills, and hiring trends, and enhancing workforce development through contemporary solutions. Capitalizing on innovation, and with a deep understanding of our audience, we build programs and courses that are driven by learner-centered experiences and are informed by intense industry validation to deliver high levels of professional success for our learners. Our mission is to promote job and economic mobility and sustainability for individuals from all sectors of the workforce across the globe. We are committed to fostering growth and creating opportunities for individuals and organizations alike.

RIT Certified’s diversified program portfolio is designed to meet the demand of two types of learners: those who are not in the market for a degree, and are seeking short-term professional credentials, training, and development; and nontraditional students who are seeking alternate pathways to earning a degree. RIT Certified’s portfolio and instructional approaches are shaped by audience demand and include blended, online, or in-person.

What do we believe at RIT?:

Rochester Institute of Technology is a diverse and collaborative community of engaged, socially conscious, and intellectually curious minds. Through creativity and innovation, and an intentional blending of technology, the arts and design, we provide exceptional individuals with a wide range of academic opportunities, including a leading research program and an internationally recognized education for deaf and hard-of-hearing students. We are dedicated to building a diverse community, one where employees feel a sense of belonging, and are valued for their contributions and the perspectives they bring.

As a member of the RIT community, you'll receive a comprehensive employee benefits package (https://www.rit.edu/fa/humanresources/sites/rit.edu.fa.humanresources/files/docs/Benefits_at_a_Glance.pdf) that offers multiple options and access to additional employment advantages. You can tailor your benefit elections to meet your needs (affordable medical/dental/vision benefits; paid vacation/sick time/retirement saving plan with exceptional employer match; and tuition assistance for you and your family, to name a few).

Work Location:

Hybrid — Remote/On-campus

Job Summary:

The Executive Director of RIT Certified is the primary executive with responsibility for the overall financial and operational performance of RIT Certified. Reporting to the Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs (https://www.rit.edu/facultysenate/news/rit-names-prabu-david-as-provost-and-senior-vice-president-academic-affairs) , and working closely with senior university leaders, the Executive Director leads and manages the Certified team in developing and marketing competency-based programs and growing revenue to scale.

Salary range for this position is $180,000-$200,000 plus bonus opportunity.

Hourly/Salary Minimum:

180000

Hourly/Salary Maximum:

200000