Executive Director, Corporate and Employer Outreach

Loyola University Chicago   Chicago, IL   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 3, 2024
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Position Details

Position Details

Job Title

EXEC DIR, CORP & EMPLOYER OUTREACH

Position Number

8102004

Job Category

University Staff

Job Type

Full-Time

FLSA Status

Exempt

Campus

Rogers Park-Lake Shore Campus

Department Name

OFFICE OF THE PROVOST

Location Code

PROVOST'S OFFICE (02000A)

Is this split and/or fully grant funded?

No

Duties and Responsibilities
  • Develop, lead, and execute Loyola's corporate and employer relationship plan to drive new enrollments for the university.
  • Act as the primary point of contact for corporate and employer outreach that may lead to mutually beneficial academic programming, experiential learning, and career opportunities.
  • Identify educational needs of external organizations and collaborate with internal partners to develop credit and non-credit academic offerings that meet those needs.
  • Design and host relevant events that foster stronger relationships between external organizations and key units within the university.
  • Facilitate relationship building between key university partners (deans, department heads, faculty) and leaders in external organizations.
  • Collaborate with internal partners to develop proposals for academic credit and non-credit programs based on the expressed needs of external organizations.
  • Develop and propose tuition-pricing strategies, including volume discounts, to increase net tuition revenue for the university.
  • Enhance market awareness of Loyola's corporate partnerships, customized programming, and the full range of academic offerings to secure contract programs with external organizations.
  • Collaborate with faculty, university partners, and companies to shape and execute strategic engagements that support the research and educational missions of the university and meet the goals of corporate partners.
  • Foster strong working relationships with Loyola's office of corporate and foundation relations, schools, academic centers, and divisions involved in corporate relations.
  • Establish a Corporate Engagement Advisory Committee (CEAC) to develop a strategic action plan and set short- and long-term objectives.
  • Align and leverage existing corporate relationships across Loyola programs to capitalize on market opportunities, developing go-to-market plans for programs and core competencies.
  • Collaborate with University Marketing and Communications and the office of Enrollment Management to develop marketing and communication strategies and collateral that promote Loyola and position it as a partner of choice.
  • Seek input from industry on research, development, and workforce training needs, and provide feedback to university divisions for informed investments and curricular/program development.
  • Develop success metrics (e.g., number of external contacts per month with organizational partners, number of contract programs with external organizations, number of students enrolled in the university's academic program, etc.) and monitor these metrics to ensure the office is meeting the university's enrollment and revenue targets.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Education and/or Work Experience

Master's degree in a related field supplemented with 5 years of work-related experience.

Qualifications
  • Prior professional experience in higher education or a corporate training and development environment.
  • Exceptional communication skills, demonstrating the ability to engage effectively and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders both within and outside the university.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-service-oriented approach, with a responsiveness to the needs of faculty, students, staff, entrepreneurs, and industry partners.
  • Demonstrated achievements in a multifaceted leadership position within a complex University setting.
Certificates/Credentials/Licenses

N/A

Computer Skills

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet and email applications.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No

Required operation of university owned vehicles

No

Does this position require direct animal or patient contact?

No

Physical Demands

None

Working Conditions

Irregular Hours

Open Date

10/04/2023

Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicants

Diversity and Inclusion Statement

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

As one of the nation's largest Jesuit, Catholic universities, Loyola University Chicago fosters a transformative cultural experience that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are committed to not only recruiting, but also retaining a diverse, mission driven workforce and enabling a culture of inclusiveness in an environment that values service excellence, stewardship, personal well-being, and professional development for all of our employees. Loyola University Chicago supports its staff and faculty with a wide array of affordable, comprehensive and competitive benefits centered on health and wellness, financial security, equity, and work-life balance. We actively seek those who wish to join our faculty, staff, and students in a community of diverse opinions, perspectives, and backgrounds supporting our Jesuit mission and striving toward the same goal of being persons for and with others.

Quick Link for Posting

https://www.careers.luc.edu/postings/26483

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
  1. * Do you possess a Master's degree in a relevant field?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have at least 5 years of related work experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Why do you want to work for Loyola University Chicago?

    (Open Ended Question)
  4. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?

    (Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume
  2. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Optional Documents

    Loyola University Chicago

    Chicago , IL