Managing Director, Center of the Study of the National Guard

Managing Director, Center of the Study of the National Guard

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Managing Director, Center of the Study of the National Guard.

Job Summary: 
Provide direction to the Center of the Study of the National Guard (CSNG) in planning, implementation, and management of center initiatives to meet project objectives.
Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Manages day-to-day activities for CSNG to include personnel supervision and project management.
2. Coordinates and directs grant-funded historical projects, including planning, organizing, and carrying out new and existing projects. 
3. Foster and develop formal agreements with the National Guard to include the National Guard Bureau (NGB), the 54 States, Territories, and The District of Columbia, as well as universities and other partners. 
4. Liaise with and manage fundraising initiatives related to CSNG and the university.   
5. Coordinate and manage the receipt and storage of physical and digital unclassified and classified documents from NGB, the 54 States, Territories, and The District of Columbia, as well as universities and other partners. 
6. Oversee and coordinate the design, planning, capture, preservation, and access of oral histories from NGB, the 54 States, Territories, and The District of Columbia, as well as universities and other partners. 
7. Communicates and coordinates with state, regional, federal, and international groups (university administration, legislators, political leaders, agencies, contractors, non-governmental organizations, military agencies, etc.)
8. Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
  Bachelor’s degree with minimum of one National Guard deployment in a company or higher command position.  Minimum grade requirement is O-5. Must currently have a secret clearance or be able to obtain one.   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSA):

•Consult with National Guard leadership at the state and NGB level to develop and maintain professional relationships and formal agreements.

•Plan and organize projects and effectively manage subordinate personnel to achieve program objectives.

•Present comments and opinions clearly and concisely and deal tactfully with others.

•Knowledge of project management principles and practices, including planning, implementation, and evaluation.

•Understanding of grant-funded project management, including proposal development, budgeting, and reporting requirements.

•Familiarity with the National Guard structure, operations, and history.

•Understanding of fundraising principles and techniques.

•Knowledge of governmental and military organizational structures and protocols.

•Strong leadership and personnel management skills to effectively supervise staff and coordinate project teams.

•Excellent project management skills, including the ability to plan, organize, and execute complex projects with multiple stakeholders.

•Communication and interpersonal skills to establish and maintain relationships with National Guard entities, universities, partners, and other stakeholders.

•Negotiation skills to develop formal agreements and manage fundraising initiatives.

•Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.

•Ability to provide direction and vision to guide the Center for the Study of the National Guard in meeting project objectives.

•Capacity to foster and develop partnerships and formal agreements with National Guard entities, universities, and other partners.

•Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities to address challenges and opportunities related to historical projects and fundraising initiatives.

•Flexibility and adaptability to navigate complex organizational structures and collaborate with diverse stakeholders.

•Ability to communicate effectively with various groups, including university administration, legislators, military agencies, and non-governmental organizations.

•Leadership skills to represent the center professionally and advocate for its goals and objectives.

Preferred Qualifications: 
  Overseas deployment in a company or higher-grade command position. Experience with National Guard Educational programs. Experience with National Guard History programs.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
Since our founding in 1910, The University of Southern Mississippi has remained dedicated to preparing students for success. We deliver programs to more than 13,000 students in Hattiesburg and Long Beach, at teaching and research sites across the Mississippi Gulf Coast, as well as online. We are a community-engaged Carnegie R1 university, earning distinction as one of the nation's leading research institutions.
Southern Miss is known for pioneering work in polymer science, ocean science, spectator sports safety and security, and bringing language to children with communication disorders. We are also a national leader in a broad range of disciplines, including cybersecurity, hydrography, nutrition, aquaculture, kinesiology, and economic development, among others.
We produce graduates ready to enter fields that are leading the way in emerging technologies through programs such as computer engineering, information technology, and ocean engineering. We’re developing the next generation of business leaders, while also responding to critical workforce shortages by producing skilled professionals in education and nursing. With a tradition of excellence in the arts, we are one of only 36 public institutions in the nation accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our student-athletes compete in 17 NCAA Division I sports. With a culture marked by passion and persistence, Southern Miss is delivering graduates who are ready for life. For more information, visit www.usm.edu . 

As an Affirmative Action/Equal Employment Opportunity employer/Americans with Disabilities Act institution, The University of Southern Mississippi encourages minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities to apply.