Director, Regions

3 weeks ago

Chicago, United States Western Governors University Full time

Director, Regions - Midwest

locations
Minneapolis, MN - Remote
Chicago, IL - Remote
time type
Full time

job requisition id
JR-017568
The salary range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

At WGU, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range is:

If you’re passionate about building a better future for individuals, communities, and our country—and you’re committed to working hard to play your part in building that future—consider WGU as the next step in your career.

Driven by a mission to expand access to higher education through online, competency-based degree programs, WGU is also committed to being a great place to work for a diverse workforce of student-focused professionals. The university has pioneered a new way to learn in the 21st century, one that has received praise from academic, industry, government, and media leaders. Whatever your role, working for WGU gives you a part to play in helping students graduate, creating a better tomorrow for themselves and their families.

About the Role:

The Director, Regions – Midwest supports the overall Midwest region’s operational strategy and oversight for the university to become the premier university among students, states, communities, and employers in delivering high-quality education and graduates that meet workforce needs. The Director may stand in as the internal and external executive for the state and assist with oversight of all state operations and P&L in addition to directing the day-to-day and long-term state goals and objectives.

Location: This position requires you to be in Chicago, Illinois or Minneapolis – Saint Paul, Minnesota.

Travel: This role requires up to 40% travel

What You’ll Do:

Establish and grow brand awareness and enrollment and advance the university’s reputation for excellence in the state by representing the university as an accessible, affordable, high-quality workforce related to higher education to community businesses, organizations, educational and political leaders.
Assist the Regional VP in the development of a high-powered, regional organization. Recruit and develop high-performing talent and individuals. Manage direct reports and other employees through coaching, training, and motivation to achieve results.
Sit in for the Regional VP for presentations, meetings, conferences, and other events when the Regional VP cannot attend.
Collaborate with other leaders and departments to resolve state issues as they arise.
Manage the day-to-day administration of the region.
Influence the definition and guide the development of the university’s “flywheel” for the state by developing relationships that drive value for employers, students, and alumni.
Project executive presence and deliver presentations as a thought leader in higher education.
Develop and manage all aspects of P&L.
Manage and support facilities as requested.
Prepare and analyze reports, compile monthly operating reports.
Other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities You’ll Need to be Successful:

Demonstrated ability to develop and achieve cross-functional strategic plans, key objectives, and measurable KPIs, including managing to differentiated AMP-based targets.
Mix of B2B and B2C marketing and partnership experience.
Experience operating in a disaggregated marketing model; able to make decisions and drive business forward in a highly complex, multi-faceted organization.
Proven collaborator with a track record of executing complex projects involving cross-functional teams.
Methodical, systematic, and highly organized
Excellent written and verbal communicator capable of building strong relationships across contributors and teams, including C-level executives.
Ability to organize information and effectively present issues, recommendations, and conclusions.
Innovative and inclined to explore new approaches via constant learning and optimization.
Strong critical thinker capable of making smart judgments under pressure.
Ability to manage time and resources for multiple projects at one time.
Ability to develop new ideas that will enhance Region success and align with and enable the transformation of the university into its next phase of impact and scale.
Success working across marketing and communications disciplines, including brand development, creative, paid media, social media, interactive products, email, field marketing, PR, and analytics.
Ability to negotiate and influence skillfully and professionally in tough situations with both internal and external groups while maintaining relationships.
Focused on results, not just activity. Exceptional skill and demonstrated success in delivering and improving quality and results in a senior leadership role.
Ability to review and analyze information for a deep understanding of operating performance, performance to goals, cost analysis, etc.
Ability to always keep the student at the center of what we do, and why we do it. Makes decisions and guides efforts to improve and expand value for students and employers.
Minimum Requirements:

Masters degree in Business or related field.
10 years of related experience, which includes a minimum of 5 years leading a team.
7 or more years of business development experience.
7 or more years of executive experience in roles of progressive responsibility.
Proven track record of operational success in a business or education entity and increased year over year growth.
Strong enterprise, community, and government networks and partnerships required.
Why Join WGU?

You will be part of a growing, diverse, inclusive workforce, committed to creating pathways to a better life for our students by expanding access to education for everyone.
We provide comprehensive dental, vision, and medical benefits, with paid time off, parental leave, and inclusive family forming benefits.
We offer generous retirement and HSA company contributions.
You will also have opportunity for continuous learning Employees and their families receive discounted undergraduate and graduate WGU tuition.
Physical Requirements:

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

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