Director University Center for Economic Development - 521931

Pay Grade/Pay Range:  $101,900 - $183,400 (Salaried E15)

Department/Organization: 750101 - Economic Development-Outreach

Normal Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 5:00pm

Job Summary: The Director of the University Center for Economic Development oversees full programmatic and budgetary responsibility for the University Center for Economic Development. Charts the direction for the Center. Develops funding resources to sustain the program and Center projects. Develops the network of external contacts and resources to support long-term sustainability.

Required Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, political science, or economic development and eight (8) years of experience; OR master's degree in business, political science, or economic development and six (6) years of experience.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: This position is highly demanding, requiring long days, weekends and travel four or more days per week, on a consistent basis. Travel is primarily by car, throughout Alabama, but also includes travel to Washington DC, to interface with federal agencies and Alabama elected delegation, and to other cities in the U.S., as part of contracts, national organization obligations and for professional development.

Must have valid U.S. driver's license. Must be at least 19 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University policies. Applicants under the age of 21 will have some driving restrictions.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring, the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.

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