Associate Director for Outreach & Industry Engagement POP
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Job no: 533160
Work type: Teaching & Research Faculty
Senior management: College of Engineering
Department: Myers-Lawson School of Construction
Location: Blacksburg, Virginia
Categories: Other
This non-tenure track Professor of Practice position will provide leadership, program, and project management, particularly in collaboration with industry stakeholders in the construction supply chain. The role includes teaching a two-semester, six-credit course sequence, working directly with students as scheduled by the school director. As an industry and outreach liaison, the incumbent will facilitate communication and collaboration among the school, advisory board, industry advisory council, and external partners, current and future. Additionally, the position will work closely with the Advancement team to identify and secure resources supporting emerging school initiatives.
Reporting Structure: Reports to the School Director and works closely with the Advancement Team, with a dotted line relationship to LINK.
Master’s degree in a closely related field to the position
Significant experience working in the construction industry
Previous experience networking with industry partners
Demonstrated experience in program management
Leadership and management experience
Marketing experience
Experience working with or serving on University Advisory Boards and/or Industry Boards of Directors
Demonstrated ability to work with sponsorships, fundraising, or related advancement experience
Experience working in a university environment and working knowledge of university policy and procedures
Experience with university course development and administration
Experience with delivering training and credit or non-credit educational curricula for industry
Exempt: Not eligible for overtime
Commensurate with Experience
The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.
About Virginia Tech
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