Director for Industry Engagement
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Oct 19, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Professional Fields, Public Administration & Policy, Social & Behavioral Sciences, Human Development & Family Sciences, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Curriculum & Instructional Development, Business & Administrative Affairs, Development & Advancement, Alumni Affairs
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Title
Director for Industry Engagement
Additional Information
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Provide support to the Vice President of Governmental Relations with all initiatives in corporate and employers engagement arenas; will spend a significant amount of time building relationships with employers and organizations in Indianapolis, as well as on campus in Muncie.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
At least three years experience working in or with federal, state, or local government, in or around economic development, talent development or related area.
Minimum Other
Ability to work independently on broader assignments with the responsibility for the planning of the assignment; sound decision making skills within accepted standards of ethical and professional conduct; excellent written and oral communication skills; capacity to develop coherent and useful summaries of complex issues which have been presented orally at public meetings or in written form (such as policy briefs or legislation); demonstrated ability to solve problems; strong interpersonal and writing skills; ability to build and maintain professional working relationships internally and externally; strong track record of completing information requests along with follow-up answers to those requests; ability to work as part of a team in advancing the university’s interests.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Experience with state-level policy development or economic development in the State of Indiana.
Preferred Other
Knowledge of higher education policy; knowledge of the State of Indiana in general.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Department
VP for Governmental Relations:180010
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
rapolcz@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Collaborate with the University Core Team, officers, faculty, and staff to create and maintain a central repository for all employer and corporate engagement activities across the university.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Build and maintain an understanding of each academic department and participate in the development of strategy of potential areas of opportunity to engage with the employer community.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Provide support to and help to facilitate the activities of the University Core Team to ensure University-wide coordination and advancement of opportunities to engage with the employer community.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Build relationships between key University employees and the business community, as well as policymakers, including setting up meetings and coordinating events to highlight opportunities to engage with the University.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Monitor policy initiatives related to workforce training and economic development proposed underway in the State of Indiana.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Monitor industry best practices and other states’ initiatives related to workforce training and university economic engagement activities.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100822P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
12/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
10/19/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/09/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Director for Industry Engagement
Additional Information
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/professional-staff
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
FLSA
Administrative Exemption
Hrs/Week
40
Length of Assignment
Full-Time At-Will
Position Function
Provide support to the Vice President of Governmental Relations with all initiatives in corporate and employers engagement arenas; will spend a significant amount of time building relationships with employers and organizations in Indianapolis, as well as on campus in Muncie.
Minimum Education
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
Minimum Experience
At least three years experience working in or with federal, state, or local government, in or around economic development, talent development or related area.
Minimum Other
Ability to work independently on broader assignments with the responsibility for the planning of the assignment; sound decision making skills within accepted standards of ethical and professional conduct; excellent written and oral communication skills; capacity to develop coherent and useful summaries of complex issues which have been presented orally at public meetings or in written form (such as policy briefs or legislation); demonstrated ability to solve problems; strong interpersonal and writing skills; ability to build and maintain professional working relationships internally and externally; strong track record of completing information requests along with follow-up answers to those requests; ability to work as part of a team in advancing the university’s interests.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Education
Preferred Experience
Experience with state-level policy development or economic development in the State of Indiana.
Preferred Other
Knowledge of higher education policy; knowledge of the State of Indiana in general.
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
Required Certifications
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Department
VP for Governmental Relations:180010
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
rapolcz@bsu.edu
Duties & Responsibilities
Ranking
1
Job Duty
Collaborate with the University Core Team, officers, faculty, and staff to create and maintain a central repository for all employer and corporate engagement activities across the university.
Ranking
2
Job Duty
Build and maintain an understanding of each academic department and participate in the development of strategy of potential areas of opportunity to engage with the employer community.
Ranking
3
Job Duty
Provide support to and help to facilitate the activities of the University Core Team to ensure University-wide coordination and advancement of opportunities to engage with the employer community.
Ranking
4
Job Duty
Build relationships between key University employees and the business community, as well as policymakers, including setting up meetings and coordinating events to highlight opportunities to engage with the University.
Ranking
5
Job Duty
Monitor policy initiatives related to workforce training and economic development proposed underway in the State of Indiana.
Ranking
6
Job Duty
Monitor industry best practices and other states’ initiatives related to workforce training and university economic engagement activities.
Ranking
7
Job Duty
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Posting Number
202100822P
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
12/01/2021
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
10/19/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
11/09/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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