Incubators & Startups Liaison Program Director III

University of Houston, Mathematics Department • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Incubators & Startups Liaison Program Director III is responsible for overseeing the operations of a complex center or multiple departments at the university. This role involves managing staff, budgets, and projects while ensuring strategic planning and goal achievement. The director will engage with external incubators and startup ecosystems, fostering communication and collaboration with various stakeholders within the university and the greater Houston area.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 7 years of experience in a related field.
• Thorough understanding of both theoretical and practical aspects of an analytical, technical, or professional discipline.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in managing complex projects or programs.
• Knowledge of startup ecosystems and incubators.

Responsibilities

• Administers a complex center or multiple departments.
• Manages budget and engages in strategic planning to ensure all goals are met.
• Hires and directs the activities of staff.
• Resolves personnel issues as they arise.
• Engages in budget-planning, grant oversight, and policy development.
• Implements new programs and projects and monitors ongoing activities of department or center.
• Reviews department policies and processes and implements improvements as needed.
• Represents department or center to internal and external constituents.
• Liaises with external incubators, accelerators, and startup ecosystems in the greater Houston area.
• Develops engagement with entrepreneurship and innovation programs within the university.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employment policies.
• Professional development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree