Executive Director, STAR Park

Posting Information

Posting Information

Posting Number

2023128

Posting/Functional Title

Executive Director, STAR Park

University Pay Plan Title

Dir, STAR Park

Location

San Marcos

Department

STAR Park

Recruitment Type

Open to All

Job Type

Full-Time

Monthly Salary

Commensurate with Qualifications

Job Category

Exempt

Required Qualifications: Applicants must specifically address how they meet these required qualifications to meet the requirements of the position.

• Minimum of 5 years of direct management experience as either director or senior manager of a university affiliated research park/innovation district with a technology business incubator.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, entrepreneurship, economic development or another relevant field
• Demonstrated record of developing and managing operating budgets.
• Demonstrated track record of building successful multi-disciplinary collaborations, public/private partnerships and university/industry consortia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication which delivers ideas and information ina clear and concise manner which is interesting and compelling to the targetaudiences.
• Capable of building strong, functional relationships with a variety of internal,external and business audiences. Capable of working in an environment whichincludes team management of programs and a high degree of flexibility. Clearunderstanding of how work gets done in organizations, builds networks thatallows him/her to effectively drive projects through organizational structures.
• Providing vision and leadership in the context of a collaborative environment.Taking accountability for delivering on commitments, owns mistakes and usesthem as an opportunity for learning and development, openly discusses his/heractions and their consequences.
• Provides leadership through support of organizational goals and values, demonstrates enthusiasm toward achieving those goals and mission. Invests time and resources to build the capabilities of team members, helps people define career goals and support actions in their furtherance; provides constructive feedback and advice while emphasizing the importance of people’s contributions.
• Capable of developing, implementing, evaluating and modifying if needed, programs, strategies and initiatives. Creating appropriate outcome metrics, budgets and fulfillment of institutional administrative duties in a manner which supports goals and mission.
• Bases decisions on a systematic and timely review of relevant facts and information; avoids making assumptions or rushed judgements; provides a clear rationale for decisions.
• Skilled at undertaking a logical evaluation of arguments and plans, identifying potential challenges and solutions while maintaining a constructive approach to interactions.
• Functional understanding of real estate development principles as they relate to the research/innovation mission
• Functional understanding of the activities needed for successful businessattraction and retention.
• Preferred minimum of 3 years’ experience in real estate development, business attraction and business retention.
• Preferred MBA or MPA

Job Description

The Executive Director of the Science, Technology and Advanced Research ( STAR ) Park bears primary responsibility for managing the development of the current 58-acre research park, operation of the STAR One technology business incubator and development of new physical research assets located outside of the main academic campus in San Marcos.

The Materials Application Research Center ( MARC ) is a university level innovation center created to establish Texas State as a leader in the formation of integrated strategies furthering creation of an innovation led ecosystem through applied research, engagement and entrepreneurial activities. Working in close collaboration with the Chief Research Officer, the Co-Directors of MARC undertake activities which include development of a university wide platform for identifying and implementing new multi-disciplinary strategies supporting Texas State’s goal of achieving R1 research classification and supporting a seamless structure for support of critical research resources in the form of shared equipment/instrumentation/core facilities. Examples of activities include the launch of the New Ventures entrepreneurship program (now transferred to a separate center) and the Connected Infrastructure for Education and Applied Research ( CIEDAR ) university/industry SMART infrastructure research consortium

Job Duties

Examples of Key Activities
Establishing STAR Park as a leading center for innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship through opportunistic program development, delivery, enhanced physical space and outreach efforts.

• Establishing appropriate entrance criteria for admission to STAR Park
• Recruitment, screening and recommendation for admission of firms and project partners
• Leading development of Public/Private Partnerships (P3) solutions for physical development of the Park
• Leading creation and implementation of an appropriate market driven Master Plan, CCR’s (covenants, conditions and restrictions) and design standards
  Maintaining a robust and dynamic technology business incubator program while enhancing the position of Texas State as a center for innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship.
• Development of entrance criteria for admission to the
  STAR One Incubator
• Recruitment, screening and recommendation for admission of client firms
• Developing collaborative relationship with client firms while acting as a conduit for creation of active interactions between startup/growth firms and university faculty/staff/students
• Managing client relations through progressive growth leading to timely graduation

Develop strategies and implementation plans for creation of flexible, robust and dynamic partnerships in support of the goals of launching self-supporting university/industry research consortia and collaborative frameworks advancing Texas State’s designation as an R1 research university.

Develop STAR Park and other identified physical assets in a manner which supports the university’s position in leading innovation, commercialization and entrepreneurship by creating a critical mass of technology driven activities.

Additional Information to Applicants

Travel related to the position. Some evening and weekend hours are necessary. Current employers will be contacted.

Job Open Date

11/03/2022

Job Close Date (posting closes at midnight)

Open Until Filled

Yes

Normal Work Days

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Normal Work Hours Start

8:00AM

Normal Work Hours End

5:00PM

Posting Notices

You will be required to electronically attach a resume and cover letter to your application., You will be required to electronically attach a list of references.

Legal and Required Notices

Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, committed to inclusive thought and action in support of our diverse community. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups and all those who share our commitment to inclusivity and passion for the strength of our diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Texas State University is a tobacco-free campus. Smoking and the use of any tobacco product will not be allowed anywhere on Texas State property or in university owned or leased vehicles.

Texas State University is a member of the Texas State University System. Texas State University is an EOE .

Texas State is committed to increasing the number of women and minorities in administrative and professional positions.

Why work @ Texas State?

• Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
• Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
• Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
• Great training and development opportunities: choose from a variety of classroom and online course offerings, learning resources, certifications, and employee educational support programs.
• An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
• Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

Quick Link
https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/40476
Applicant Document
Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. List of References

Optional Documents

1. DD 214/DD1300

Supplemental Questions

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