Executive Director, Siegal Lifelong Learning

Case Western Reserve University, United States

Updated: 6 days ago
Location: Campus, ILLINOIS
Job Type: FullTime

POSITION OBJECTIVE

The Executive Director of the Laura and Alvin Siegal Lifelong Learning at Case Western Reserve University will provide leadership and oversight that ensures a strong vision for the center that is in alignment with university priorities, as well as support a dedicated staff and build on sound and sustainable financial operations. The executive director reports directly to the Provost’s Office (the Provost and/or her designee). This position entails responsibility for development and community support, and management of the planning and implementation of the university’s Lifelong Learning Programs. A component of the executive director’s responsibilities is management of the Jewish Lifelong Learning programming within the overall Lifelong Learning Operation. This is a critical position for the educational and community-centered priorities of Case Western Reserve University.

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

  • Work with the Office of the Provost, university leadership, and the Siegal Advisory Board to develop a compelling vision for the future of the center. Implement strategic plans for current and future operations. Success will involve collaboration with key university, community, and national stakeholders to develop and implement an impactful long-term vision for Siegal Lifelong Learning at Case Western Reserve University. (20%)
  • Engage with constituents interested in lifelong learning in general, as well as continuing education in Jewish Studies more specifically. Work with staff to engage in topics that may fall outside of the traditional university curriculum, but yet are important hallmarks of a high-quality continuing education program with an informed and educated local community. This includes building an understanding of market needs locally, nationally, and/or internationally as well as serving as the external representative to those communities interested in such learning. It also includes understanding the Case Western Reserve University schools and college offerings, and working in collaboration with deans or their designees, to ensure alignment, collaboration and differentiation with existing programs. (10%)
  • Ensure brand identity and awareness equating Lifelong Learning at Case Western Reserve University with the university’s high quality educational reputation. In coordination with University Marketing and Communications (UMC), develop targeted marketing for multiple constituencies within the Lifelong Learning market, including the local, national, and/or international community of lifelong learners, the Cleveland community and northeastern Ohio, the Jewish community, retired community, and Case Western Reserve University alumni and friends. Ensure quality learning experience to promote ongoing word-of-mouth, social media, and other campaigns for lifelong learning. (10%)
  • Determine overall course programming needs at a high-level with staff engagement. Ensure appropriate variety in course content, duration, and geographical distribution to engage the lifelong learning constituency. Coordinate with appropriate university divisions, specifically deans, to plan and implement appropriate non-credit continuing education programming for lifelong learners. Identify university faculty who can contribute to the success of Lifelong Learning at Case Western Reserve University. Identify appropriate teaching and program space at Case Western Reserve University, Siegal College, distance learning resources and other off-campus locations as necessary to ensure maximizing geographical reach within the region. (10%)
  • Support Siegal Lifelong Learning with continuously advancing fundraising support by working with the development office in securing commitments to support the Siegal Lifelong Learning programs through 1) program endowments, 2) annual giving, and 3) one-time gifts. Identify fund-raising opportunities in collaboration with University Relations and Development (URD) to support lifelong learning. Identify lifelong learners who could be good prospects for cultivation. With direction and support from URD, solicit donations from specific donors as necessary. Collaborate with the URD to identify and apply for local and national grants to support core programming and opportunistic program development. Provide programmatic and general operational updates to engaged donor groups such as Case Western Reserve University alumni organizations and Siegal Advisory Board as necessary. (15%)
  • Manage budget priorities and determine benchmarks for enrollment, revenue, and expense management. Align expense and revenue projections with approved budgets. Control expenses to correlate with anticipated revenues. Forecast budgets for future sustainability and growth, and maintain accurate reporting. (15%)
  • Supervise and evaluate administrative staff, as well as oversee evaluation and quality of all instructors. (20%)

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    NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

    Perform other duties as assigned. (<1%)

     

    CONTACTS

    Department: Frequent and close contact with the Provost’s Office (including finance), the Director of this program, and Administrative Assistant.

    University: Frequent contact with Case faculty, deans, and a variety of instructors from around the country. Work closely with the Development Office, Office of Local and Community Relations, and University Marketing and Communications

    External: Frequent contact with Siegal Advising Board, Jewish Federation, and other entities as coordinated through university offices

    Students: Frequent contact with students (undergraduate, graduate and professional).

     

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY

    Direct supervisory responsibility of the Director of Jewish Lifelong Learning, Director of Program Outreach and Community Engagement, Director of Educational Programs and Faculty and Alumni Engagement, and the Department Assistant 4.

     

    QUALIFICATIONS

    Experience: 5 to 8 years as a director in a related field, higher education, field education, or continuing professional education required.

    Education: Master’s degree required, open to all disciplines, but preference given to education or adult education.

     

    REQUIRED SKILLS

  • Strong planning and organization skills.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong experience in communications, marketing, branding and publication development.
  • Demonstrated leadership in personnel, human relations, and fiscal management skills.
  • Experience in obtaining grants and donations.
  • Ability to work collaboratively across many areas (with school faculty, staff, and external agencies).
  • Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals with varying backgrounds.
  • Ability to meet consistent attendance.
  • Ability to interact with colleagues, supervisors, and customers face to face.
  • Strong computer skills required, including the Microsoft office suite and working with strategic planning and evaluation software.
  • Ability to use technology to promote and streamline the learning center.

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    WORKING CONDITIONS

    Flexible schedule may work nights and weekends. Travel may be required.

    In employment, as in education, Case Western Reserve University is committed to Equal Opportunity and Diversity.  Women, veterans, members of underrepresented minority groups, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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    Case Western Reserve University provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.  Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Office of Equity at 216-368-3066 to request a reasonable accommodation.  Determinations as to granting reasonable accommodations for any applicant will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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