Director, Entrepreneurial Initiatives and Community Relations

Houston Community College • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Directs and develops entrepreneurial initiatives at Houston City College (HCC) by developing partnerships with community partners, leading various programs, and fostering a culture of innovation and creativity that promotes and grows entrepreneurship in Houston. The role directs, plans, and coordinates entrepreneurial programs for the local community and builds the Center for Entrepreneurship. It hosts entrepreneurial and innovative events on campus and with strategic partners, promotes entrepreneurial activities at HCC, and works with college personnel to gather and promote entrepreneurial success stories.

The Director collaborates with Centers of Excellence, cluster deans, workforce deans, and District Communications Office staff to develop consistent messaging across HCC and commercial media. The role develops and maintains relationships with community partners, liaises with entrepreneurial offices, local chambers, and districts, monitors legislation affecting entrepreneurial initiatives and small businesses, and raises funds for entrepreneurial programs. Other duties may be assigned as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Sciences, Human Services, Psychology, Communication, Business, or a related field from an accredited four-year college or university.
• At least 5 years of experience in Entrepreneurship, Small Business, Community Development, Public Relations, Communications, Public Affairs, or a similar field.
• Valid Texas Driver License.
• Knowledge of MS Office Programs.
• Knowledge of Information Management Systems.
• Budget Management skills.
• Ability to perform job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations, including remaining stationary during the shift, moving items weighing up to 25 pounds, positioning to operate job equipment, applying established protocols in a timely manner, accessing and using technology devices, and communicating with others to accomplish job requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Direct, plan, and coordinate entrepreneurial programs for the local community and build the Center for Entrepreneurship.
• Host entrepreneurial and innovative events on campus and in collaboration with strategic partners.
• Promote entrepreneurial activities at HCC.
• Collaborate with college personnel and Administrative Officers to gather entrepreneurial success stories and promote HCC.
• Work collaboratively and in alignment with all Centers of Excellence, cluster deans, and workforce deans.
• Collaborate with District Communications Office staff—including HCC-TV, HCC Web, Print and eMedia, and Community Development—to develop consistent and compelling messaging using available HCC and commercial media.
• Develop and maintain relationships with strategic community partners and serve as a liaison with the Entrepreneurial Office.
• Serve as a liaison with local chambers and districts to build relationships and promote HCC programs, offerings, and activities.
• Monitor, research, and track legislation that impacts entrepreneurial initiatives and small businesses.
• Raise funds for entrepreneurial programs.
• Perform other duties, tasks, and assignments as required.

Benefits

• HCC promotes opportunities for employees’ professional growth and development.
• HCC provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages involvement, innovation, and creativity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director