Executive Director for Center for Environmental Solutions

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PhD in environmental science, engineering, ecology, geochemistry,

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Executive Director for Center for Environmental Solutions
Research Office
Full Time
Fiscal Year Contract:-12 month Appointment
$105,000 Annual

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by 07/31/2026 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

DUTIES:
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Leadership

Develop and implement a unified vision integrating research and K12 outreach programs
Align Center activities with university research priorities (Natural Resources, Environment, Workforce)
Build a recognizable brand for the Center regionally and nationally

2. Research Grow externally funded research programs in areas such as:

- Environmental remediation
- Ecological restoration
- Environmental engineering
- Water and Soil Systems
- Drone program
Support faculty in proposal development and interdisciplinary collaboration
Expand capacity from bench-scale toward applied/pilot-scale environmental solutions

3. Outreach & K-12 Education Leadership

pathways from K–12/undergraduate/graduate programs
Oversee and expand K–12 outreach programs
Develop Strengthen K-12 teacher training and K-12 curriculum initiatives

4. Funding & Sustainability

Secure external funding from federal, state, industry, and philanthropic sources
Develop a diversified funding portfolio (grants, contracts, donations)
Achieve financial self-sufficiency within 2 years

5. Partnerships & External Engagement

Build partnerships with:
State agencies (i.e. DEQ, NRDP, MBMG)
Federal agencies (i.e. DOE, EPA, NSF)
Industry (mining, environmental consulting, remediation firms)
K–12 schools and community organizations
Represent the Center in public and professional settings

6. Team & Operations Management

Supervise outreach staff and coordinate with research center leads
Integrate currently separate centers into a cohesive structure
Manage budgets, reporting, and program evaluation

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

PhD in environmental science, engineering, ecology, geochemistry, or related field
Demonstrated success securing external funding (federal grants preferred)
Experience leading interdisciplinary teams or programs
Strong communication skills across technical and public audiences

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience with K–12 STEM outreach and workforce development programs
Background in applied environmental research (remediation, restoration, water systems)
Experience working with state/federal agencies or industry partners
Administrative or center leadership experience

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Must possess the ability to navigate stairs, remain stationary for extended periods, and lift up to 25 lbs, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

For full consideration application materials must be complete.
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