Executive Director, Hamm Institute for American Energy

Buffkin / Baker • Stillwater, OK

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About The Position

Oklahoma State University invites nominations and applications for the position of Executive Director of the Hamm Institute for American Energy (HIAE). Oklahoma State University Established in 1890, Oklahoma State University is a modern land-grant university, fostering student success through a blend of tradition and innovation. OSU’s goal is to become the preeminent land-grant institution in the country through a bold university strategy. Classified as a Carnegie R1 (Very High Research Activity) university, its leaders are advancing the institution further by supporting excellence across the tripartite mission of student instruction, research, and outreach.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in energy study, engineering, environmental sciences, business administration, or related disciplines.
• Advanced degree commensurate with the Director's position within the University setting.
• 10 years of progressive leadership experience.
• Each completed year of post-secondary education may be considered equivalent to one year of required work experience.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 10 years of progressively responsible leadership experience in the energy sector, including research, development, policy, or related fields.
• Previous experience in a senior executive role is strongly preferred.
• A sustained record of accomplishment in the energy sector and/or an energy discipline and commitment to championing energy-related causes.
• Experience should include industry, higher education, and government leadership, or a combination thereof.
• Demonstrated experience in fundraising and deal-making.
• Recognized, high-level influence within the global energy space and a penetrating understanding of key issues in the energy sector, a capacity for creativity, and the ability to collaborate with multiple entities across different sectors to deepen the public's understanding and appreciation of energy production, research, and security.
• Strategic thinking skills to develop, implement, and promote transformative initiatives, tactics, and strategies to strengthen the global energy system.
• Leadership capability to build research teams and centers.
• Excellent interpersonal and communications skills to partner with higher education executives and research faculty at national and international universities, industry leaders across the energy sector, and state and federal government leaders and decision-makers.
• In-depth understanding of the energy industry, including emerging trends, technologies, policy frameworks, and sustainability challenges.
• Familiarity with renewable energy, energy efficiency, carbon reduction strategies, and clean technologies is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement a strategic vision, translating long-term goals into actionable plans and initiatives.
• Exceptional leadership qualities, including the ability to inspire, motivate, and empower a diverse team, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Proven track record in building and maintaining strategic partnerships with a wide range of stakeholders, such as industry leaders, government officials, academia, and community organizations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to effectively communicate complex ideas to diverse audiences.
• Strong advocacy skills to influence policy and shape public opinion.
• Solid financial management skills, including budgeting, financial planning, and resource allocation.
• Experience with fundraising, grant writing, and donor cultivation is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with energy research methodologies, innovation processes, and intellectual property management.
• A publication record and experience in securing research funding are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Organizational leadership in building and growing a program, center, institute, department, or company.
• Managing a sizeable budget with P&L responsibilities.
• Fundraising and deal-making.
• Collaborating with multiple entities across different sectors to deepen the public's understanding and appreciation of energy production, research, and security.
• Developing, implementing, and promoting transformative initiatives, tactics, and strategies to strengthen the global energy system.
• Building research teams and centers.
• Partnering with higher education executives and research faculty at national and international universities, industry leaders across the energy sector, and state and federal government leaders and decision-makers.
• Upholding ethical principles and promoting integrity in research operations and decision-making.

What This Job Offers

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