Director of Leadership Program

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:24px;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight%5C:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EDirector of Leadership Programs%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cdiv style=%22border-bottom%5C:1.0pt solid windowtext;border-left-style%5C:none;border-right-style%5C:none;border-top-style%5C:none;mso-border-bottom-alt%5C:solid windowtext .75pt;mso-element%5C:para-border-div;padding%5C:0in 0in 1.0pt;%22%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22border-style%5C:none;mso-border-bottom-alt%5C:solid windowtext .75pt;mso-padding-alt%5C:0in 0in 1.0pt 0in;padding%5C:0in;text-align%5C:center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:18px;%22%3E%3Cb style=%22mso-bidi-font-weight%5C:normal;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EStudent Life and Leadership%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/b%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/div%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EElevate Your Career at UCCS%5C: Innovate, Inspire, and Impact in the Rockies!%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EWho We Are%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe %3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://hr.uccs.edu/work-at-uccs%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EUniversity of Colorado Colorado Springs%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E (UCCS) is a premier educational institution that prides itself on academic excellence, research, and community engagement and is actively seekin%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3Eg a %3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDirector of Leadership Programs%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cstrong%3E %3C/strong%3Et%3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3Eo join our team! %3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:rgb(0,0,0);font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;display%5C:inline !important;float%5C:none;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3EUCCS is committed to academic excellence, professional development, and fostering an environment that supports innovation and student success.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAt the base of the Rocky Mountains, %3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://www.visitcos.com/%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EColorado Springs%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E is captivated by its stunning landscapes, making it a paradise for nature lovers. This city is more than its scenery—a mosaic of history, arts, and a vibrant tech scene. We invite you to join a community that cherishes outdoor adventure as much as forward-thinking growth, an exceptional setting for both career and lifestyle.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ESalary%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3E Range%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%5C:%26nbsp;%2470,544 - %2485,000 %3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3Eannually%3C/span%3E. Compensation will be commensurate upon experience and qualifications.This position is Exempt from the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime provisions.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:center;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22color%5C:black;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-ansi-language%5C:EN-US;mso-bidi-language%5C:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-language%5C:EN-US;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EThis position is currently funded for five(5) years, with the extension of the funding likely to continue beyond the initial term.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;font-size%5C:medium;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EWork Location%5C:%3C/strong%3E %3C/span%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:rgb(0,0,0);font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height%5C:115%;mso-ansi-language%5C:EN-US;mso-bidi-language%5C:AR-SA;mso-fareast-font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;mso-fareast-language%5C:EN-US;mso-font-kerning%5C:0pt;mso-highlight%5C:yellow;mso-ligatures%5C:none;%22%3EThis role is primarily campus-based, with a strong focus on connecting with students, colleagues, and the community.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://hr.uccs.edu/employee-benefits%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EBenefits at a Glance%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EAt UCCS, our employees are our most valued asset. We%27re proud to offer%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cu%3EGenerous Time Off%3C/u%3E%5C: Enjoy 22 vacation days, 10 sick days, paid parental leave, 13 recognized holidays, and provisions for bereavement, jury duty, and FAMLI Leave.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cu%3ERobust Health Coverage%3C/u%3E%5C: Our comprehensive medical plans cover preventative care at no cost, including a yearly mental health visit. Plus, benefit from affordable dental, vision plans, and competitive prescription drug prices.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cu%3EFinancial %26amp; Retirement Benefits%3C/u%3E%5C: Take advantage of our health savings, flexible spending accounts, and life and disability insurance. Plan for your future with our retirement options.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cu%3EFurther Your Education%3C/u%3E%5C: Avail twelve (12) waived credits per academic year for courses at any CU campus. We invest in your educational and professional growth.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cu%3EWellness %26amp; More%3C/u%3E%5C: From wellness programs aimed at achieving your best self to various additional benefits through CU Advantage, we prioritize well-being and holistic development.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EWant to know your total compensation? Use our%26nbsp;%3C/span%3E%3Ca href=%22https%5C://www.cu.edu/employee-services/collaborative-hr-services/cu-campuses/total-compensation-calculators%22 target=%22_blank%22 rel=%22noopener noreferrer%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3Ecalculator%3C/span%3E%3C/a%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E to get the complete picture!%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ESummary%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EThe Director of Leadership Programs provides strategic leadership, vision, and administrative oversight for the student leadership development portfolio. The Director is responsible for establishing strategic direction, driving program growth and innovation, advancing assessment and performance outcomes, cultivating philanthropic support, and ensuring the operational effectiveness and long-term sustainability of a comprehensive portfolio of leadership programs, including but not limited to the Chancellor’s Leadership Class (CLC), UCCSlead, and Clyde’s 5.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EThe Director leads organizational and strategic planning; oversees significant human, financial, and programmatic resources; and builds collaborative partnerships across the university and with alumni, donors, and community stakeholders. The position advances leadership development initiatives in alignment with divisional and institutional priorities. Through data-informed decision-making, assessment, and continuous improvement, the Director strengthens outcomes related to student success, retention, leadership development, scholarship stewardship, and institutional impact. The ideal candidate brings energy, enthusiasm, and strong presentation and facilitation skills to create engaging leadership programs that blend education and entertainment to maximize student learning and participation. Regular participation in evening and weekend activities is an important part of this role.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3EEssential Functions%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EThe duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to%5C:%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ELeadership, Administration, and Resource Management — 35%%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EProvide leadership and establish a strategic vision for Leadership Programs that promote student leadership development, engagement, and success.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EEstablish long-range goals and annual priorities for the student leadership development portfolio in alignment with divisional and institutional priorities.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EEffectively manage resources and provide fiscal management, including budget planning, analysis, resource allocation, stewardship, and oversight of operating, scholarship, endowed, and fundraising funds.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3ELead a workplace climate that is supportive of employees, encourages professional development and continuous improvement, and emphasizes student growth and learning.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EHire, train, supervise, and evaluate professional staff and student employees within the reporting line.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EEstablish clear performance expectations, accountability measures, and staffing plans to support effective departmental operations and program delivery.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EEnsure staff and programs are responsive to emerging trends, best practices, and changes in student demographics and expectations.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EDevelop, review, and revise departmental policies and procedures to support effective operations, appropriate risk management, and alignment with institutional requirements and values.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3ERepresent Leadership Programs at campus events, university committees, community engagements, and other programs as appropriate.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;Operational Support — 45%%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3ELead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of a comprehensive portfolio of student leadership development programs and initiatives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EProvide oversight for the Chancellor%27s Leadership Class (CLC), UCCS%3C/span%3E%3Ci%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3Elead%3C/span%3E%3C/i%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E, Clyde%27s 5, retreats, seminars, mentoring programs, coursework, leadership workshops, advisory board activities, Days of Service, and other leadership development initiatives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EOversee the CLC scholarship application and selection process and ensure effective administration of scholarship programs.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EAssess the interests and needs of the student body related to leadership development and engagement opportunities and adjust programs and services accordingly.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EDevelop and implement multi-year plans, measurable program goals and objectives, and student learning outcomes that support divisional and institutional priorities.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EUtilize participation, assessment, and student success data to guide program development, resource allocation, and continuous improvement.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EEstablish and maintain assessment and reporting processes to evaluate program effectiveness and inform strategic decision-making.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EProvide leadership development opportunities, coaching, and advising that support student growth, engagement, and success.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EPromote accessible leadership development opportunities and pathways that encourage participation from students with a broad range of experiences and perspectives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3ESupport student placement and engagement in leadership opportunities across campus.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan 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appropriate.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%26nbsp;Collaborative Relationships — 20%%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EFoster collaborative relationships across campus to further the mission and goals of the division and enhance student leadership development, engagement, and success.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EPartner with campus and divisional leadership on university-wide leadership development, student engagement, and student success initiatives.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EServe as a liaison to University Advancement, the CLC Community Advisory Board, and other university and community stakeholders.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EDevelop and maintain relationships with donors, alumni, community partners, and 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class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22text-align%5C:justify;text-justify%5C:inter-ideograph;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-bidi-font-family%5C:Arial;%22%3EDevelop cross-functional partnerships that strengthen programs, leverage institutional resources, and advance divisional and university priorities.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E%3Cu%3ETentative Search Timeline%3C/u%3E%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top%5C:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPriority will be given to applications submitted by%5C:%26nbsp;%3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3ENovember 22, 2026%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E.%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPotential interview dates%5C:%26nbsp;%3Cstrong%3EDecember%3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3E 10, 2026%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cstrong%3E - %3C/strong%3E%3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EDecember 17, 2026%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cstrong%3E.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22background-color%5C:white;color%5C:black;mso-list%5C:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops%5C:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color%5C:white;font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EPotential start date%5C: %3Cspan style=%22mso-highlight%5C:yellow;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EFebruary 1, 2027%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3Cstrong%3E.%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;font-size%5C:medium;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3ECU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width%5C:0px;color%5C:rgb(0, 0, 0);font-family%5C:%26quot;Times New Roman%26quot;;font-size%5C:medium;font-style%5C:normal;font-variant-caps%5C:normal;font-variant-ligatures%5C:normal;font-weight%5C:400;letter-spacing%5C:normal;orphans%5C:2;text-align%5C:start;text-decoration-color%5C:initial;text-decoration-style%5C:initial;text-decoration-thickness%5C:initial;text-indent%5C:0px;text-transform%5C:none;white-space%5C:normal;widows%5C:2;word-spacing%5C:0px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family%5C:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;font-size%5C:14px;%22%3EIn accordance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, UCCS does not discriminate based on sex in our employment or compensation practices.%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E

Minimum Qualifications

· To be considered for this role, you must possess a Bachelor’s Degree.

· Experience supporting or leading initiatives in higher education, student affairs, leadership development, or a related organizational setting is required.

· Proven track record in directing and implementing strategic initiatives, including supervising professional staff, managing budgets, cultivating partnerships, and using assessment, organizational planning, and data to inform decision-making is required.

· Experience supporting fundraising, donor relations, advisory boards, or advancement activities is required.

Preferred Qualifications

· Experience managing significant fundraising initiatives, scholarship programs, endowments, or collaborating with advancement professionals to cultivate philanthropic support and steward donor relationships is highly desirable.

· Experience leading a comprehensive leadership development portfolio, department, or functional area within higher education is highly desirable.

· Experience developing high-performing teams and building partnerships with community organizations, alumni, donors, and other external stakeholders is also highly desirable.

· A Master’s Degree in Student Affairs, Higher Education, or a related field is highly desirable.

· The ideal candidate also possesses experience with leadership certificate programs, scholarship programs, student leadership education, civic engagement initiatives, honors programs, or leadership cohort models.

The University of Colorado Colorado Springs has implemented a misconduct history check program with respect to final candidates for specific appointments. The misconduct history check program is intended to allow UCCS to collect and review information about a candidate's conduct at their previous institutions, specifically conduct related to sexual misconduct, harassment, and/or discrimination – before making hiring decisions. All final candidates to these appointments are required to complete an Authorization to Release Information and provide contact information for their previous institutions.