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    Associate Director - Philadelphia, United States - InsideHigherEd

    InsideHigherEd
    InsideHigherEd Philadelphia, United States

    3 weeks ago

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    Associate Director

    University Overview

    The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to scholarship and learning. As an employer Penn has been ranked nationally on many occasions with the most recent award from Forbes who named Penn one of America's Best Large Employers in 2023.

    Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for work and play.

    The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities, supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs and resources, and much more.

    Posted Job Title
    Associate Director

    Job Profile Title
    Associate Director C, Academic Affairs, Academic Center

    Job Description Summary
    The Associate Director of the Environmental Innovations Initiative is responsible for enhancing the visibility of the Initiative and elevating Penn's collective impact related to climate, the environment, and sustainability. In particular, the Associate Director provides strategic direction and oversight of the office's communications, including its website, newsletters, social media, news, features, and other publications. The Associate Director also leads the creation and implementation of high-profile events on campus, in Philadelphia, and at national and global gatherings.

    Job Description

    Job Responsibilities
    • Update and carry out a visibility strategy aimed at showcasing the climate, environment, and sustainability work being done throughout Penn, including managing a vibrant website with fresh content and resources, producing a regular newsletter with timely and useful updates, and creating engaging social media content to showcase the Initiative and other groups on campus.
    • Lead the organization of high-profile events on campus, as well as at other local, national, and global gatherings. This includes serving as the administrative lead for Climate Week, which entails coordinating with schools and centers around campus to host 30+ events over five days.
    • Acts as a member of the Initiative's leadership team, collaborating with the Director on day-to-day management of the Initiative as well key efforts, such as engaging the Penn community and leaders around climate and environmental scholarship, managing the internal and external advisory committees, and fundraising.
    • Collaborates with the Director, Research Coordinator and Program Coordinator to develop and disseminate excellent programs and academically rigorous reports.
    • Hires and oversees a team of students tasked with developing written and visual content for output through various channels.
    • With the Director, manages a community of practice for representatives from peer universities to inspire knowledge transfer and collaboration.


    Qualifications
    • Bachelor's Degree and 5 to 7 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience required. Master's Degree in a related field preferred.


    Job-Related Knowledge/Skill
    • Superior writing, communication, and interpersonal skills are required.
    • Strong time and project management skills are required.
    • Proven ability to work as part of a team and independently required.
    • Exceptional administrative, planning, and organizational skills are required.
    • Proficiency with website management, as well as various social media platforms required.
    • Event management experience is required.
    • Familiarity with graphic design and working with designers preferred.
    • Grant writing experience is a plus.
    • Experience with managing others considered.


    Application Requirement
    • A Cover Letter and Resume/CV are required to be considered for this position. Please upload your Cover Letter where it asks you to upload your Resume/CV; multiple documents are allowed.


    Job Location - City, State
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    Department / School
    Provost Interdisciplinary Programs

    Pay Range
    $51, $93,000.00 Annual Rate
    Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, as well as internal and market factors and grade profile.

    Affirmative Action Statement
    Penn adheres to a policy that prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected class.

    Special Requirements
    Background check required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

    University Benefits
    • Health, Life, and Flexible Spending Accounts: Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family's health and welfare. You can also use flexible spending accounts to pay for eligible health care and dependent care expenses with pre-tax dollars.
    • Tuition: Take advantage of Penn's exceptional tuition benefits. You, your spouse, and your dependent children can get tuition assistance here at Penn. Your dependent children are also eligible for tuition assistance at other institutions.
    • Retirement: Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn's Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre-tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.
    • Time Away from Work: Penn provides you with a substantial amount of time away from work during the course of the year. This allows you to relax, take vacations, attend to personal affairs, recover from illness or injury, spend time with family—whatever your personal needs may be.
    • Long-Term Care Insurance: In partnership with Genworth Financial, Penn offers faculty and staff (and your eligible family members) long-term care insurance to help you cover some of the costs of long-term care services received at home, in the community or in a nursing facility. If you apply when you're newly hired, you won't have to provide proof of good health or be subject to underwriting requirements. Eligible family members must always provide proof of good health and are subject to underwriting.
    • Wellness and Work-life Resources: Penn is committed to supporting our faculty and staff as they balance the competing demands of work and personal life. That's why we offer a wide variety of programs and resources to help you care for your health, your family, and your work-life balance.
    • Professional and Personal Development: Penn provides an array of resources to help you advance yourself personally and professionally.
    • University Resources: As a member of the Penn community, you have access to a wide range of University resources as well as cultural and recreational activities. Take advantage of the University's libraries and athletic facilities, or visit our arboretum and art galleries. There's always something going on at Penn, whether it's a new exhibit at the Penn Museum, the latest music or theater presentation at the Annenberg Center, or the Penn Relays at Franklin Field to name just a few examples. As a member of the Penn community, you're right in the middle of the excitement—and you and your family can enjoy many of these activities for free.
    • Discounts and Special Services: From arts and entertainment to transportation and mortgages, you'll find great deals for University faculty and staff. Not only do Penn arts and cultural centers and museums offer free and discounted admission and memberships to faculty and staff. You can also enjoy substantial savings on other goods and services such as new cars from Ford and General Motors, cellular phone service plans, movie tickets, and admission to theme parks.
    • Flexible Work Hours: Flexible work options offer creative approaches for completing work while promoting balance between work and personal commitments. These approaches involve use of non-traditional work hours, locations, and/or job structures.
    • Penn Home Ownership Services: Penn offers a forgivable loan for eligible employees interested in buying a home or currently residing in West Philadelphia, which can be used for closing costs or home improvements.
    • Adoption Assistance: Penn will reimburse eligible employees on qualified expenses in connection with the legal adoption of an eligible child, such as travel or court fees, for up to two adoptions in your household.

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