Executive Director, Path to Academics, Community and Employment Program

5 days ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States National Louis University Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Executive Director to lead our Path to Academics, Community and Employment (PACE) program at National Louis University. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy to drive academic and community development, while ensuring the highest level of quality and excellence in all aspects of the program.

Key Responsibilities
  • Program Development and Implementation
    • Develop and implement a comprehensive strategy to drive academic and community development, aligned with the university's mission and goals.
    • Provide oversight and direction to all aspects of the PACE program, including academics, career development, independent living life skills, and mental health services.
  • Leadership and Management
    • Lead and manage a team of staff, including residential staff and on-call staff, to ensure the highest level of quality and excellence in all aspects of the program.
    • Develop and implement effective recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain top talent.
  • Fundraising and Partnerships
    • Develop and implement a comprehensive fundraising strategy to secure resources and support for the PACE program.
    • Build and maintain strong partnerships with community organizations, businesses, and stakeholders to advance the program's goals and objectives.
  • Quality Assurance and Improvement
    • Develop and implement effective quality assurance and improvement processes to ensure the highest level of quality and excellence in all aspects of the program.
    • Monitor and evaluate program outcomes and make data-driven decisions to drive continuous improvement.
Requirements
  • Education
    • Masters degree in Special Education, School Administration, Social Work, Psychology, or Disability Studies.
  • Experience
    • 3-5 years of previous experience in program development and management, preferably in a higher education setting.
  • Skills and Abilities
    • Strong leadership and management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a team.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders.
    • Ability to develop and implement effective fundraising and partnership strategies.
    • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to drive continuous improvement and quality assurance.
About National Louis University

National Louis University is a 135+ year old institution that has been grounded in the values of innovation, access, excellence, and equity from its inception. We are committed to providing access to educational opportunity and empowering change through education. Our hard-working community is based on collaboration and respect for all team members and students.



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