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Fort Hays State University - Campus, IL

posted 6 days ago

Full-time - Executive
Campus, IL
Educational Services

About the position

Fort Hays State University seeks an innovative and dynamic Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development to develop and advance the university's efforts to foster economic growth, innovation, and workforce development. This strategic leadership role is crucial in advancing the university's role in promoting economic prosperity, driving innovation, and enhancing workforce development within our service area and beyond. The Vice President for Economic and Workforce Development will collaborate with academic leadership, affiliated technical colleges, business and industry partners, government agencies, elected officials, and community organizations. The successful candidate will spearhead regional business initiatives, foster strategic partnerships and opportunities, and propel economic vitality across the communities we serve. This position reports directly to the president and is an executive leadership team member.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the university's role in stimulating regional and statewide economic growth through establishing and nurturing strategic alliances across government, industry, and the private sector.
  • Develop and implement initiatives to attract new industries, support existing business expansion, and enhance the university's role as an economic driver.
  • Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive strategic economic development plan that aligns with long-term regional economic objectives.
  • Partner with our Professional Development and Continuing Education department to create innovative workforce training initiatives tailored to the regional labor market's demands.
  • Collaborate with technical college partners, the University Division of Academic Affairs, the Robins Banking Institute, regional businesses, industry leaders, and government agencies to design programs that equip individuals with the skills necessary to meet the needs of our evolving workforce.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with local, regional, and national businesses to expand opportunities for collaboration, innovation, and investment.
  • Leverage partnerships with our Cybersecurity Institute and Technology Incubator, and regional and state-wide Small Business Development Centers, to stimulate the growth of start-ups while facilitating initiatives that provide essential resources for small businesses.
  • Lead strategic initiatives as directed by the FHSU President to enhance the university's mission.
  • Collaborate with the university's government relations team to advocate for policies and funding opportunities that promote innovation, economic development, and the overall advancement of Fort Hays State University and its affiliate partners.
  • Collaborate closely with the President, Provost/VPAA, and Government Relations Team to lead efforts in securing strategic grants that further the university's mission.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred.
  • At least 10 years of senior-level leadership experience in higher education.
  • Proven success in leading economic development initiatives, workforce development programs, and strategic partnerships.
  • Experience engaging with government entities, elected officials, industry stakeholders, and small businesses to develop and execute impactful projects.
  • Demonstrated expertise in securing external grant funding that drives institutional strategic initiatives.
  • Proven ability to foster collaboration with diverse stakeholders, resulting in transformative change.

Nice-to-haves

  • Strong strategic thinking and ability to translate vision into action.
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication abilities, capable of engaging effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Proven leadership ability with a track record of managing cross-functional teams towards shared goals.
  • In-depth knowledge of current economic development trends, workforce demands, and innovations in business practices.
  • Experience with public-private partnerships and facilitating collaboration between academic, governmental, and business sectors.

Benefits

  • To review our competitive benefit package, please visit FHSU Benefits.
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