Senior Director, Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Division of University Advancement strives to transform lives and unlock potential through the power of philanthropy and engagement by awakening and stewarding pride and loyalty for the University of North Texas.

Established in 1890, the University of North Texas is a place where students transform their lives through education and opportunity. With more than 46,000 students from across the state, nation, and world, UNT offers 240 academic programs — many nationally and internationally recognized. A Tier One research university and designated a Hispanic- and Minority-Serving Institution, UNT has a legacy of excellence in education, music, the arts, business and social sciences, with growing strengths in science and engineering. Last year, students earned nearly 13,000 degrees and joined UNT's network of 480,000 alumni, fueling progress and innovation.

Position Overview

The Senior Director of Lifelong Learning and Community Engagement provides administrative leadership for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at UNT. The senior director sets goals annually in collaboration with the Assistant Vice President of Donor Engagement and Advancement Services. The Senior Director oversees OLLI operations, curriculum, registration, revenue, and expenses, as well as managing the volunteer leadership of both groups. The Senior Director is in charge of recruiting faculty and community professionals to provide academic content, serving as the representative of OLLI at UNT, managing fundraising activities to remain self-supporting, and increasing OLLI membership. The Senior Director is also responsible for all reporting related to fundraising activities, including the annual OSHER report.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in related field and six (6) years of administrative experience in an educational setting; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Skill in managing one’s own time and the time of others.
* Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.
* Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work while meeting multiple deadlines.
* Ability to work evenings, nights and weekends as necessary.
* Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
* Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish work.
* Ability to work collaboratively and building strategic relations with colleagues, coworkers, constituents and volunteers.
* Skill in identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
* Ability to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues.
* Knowledge of accounting, budgetary, and management principles, practices, and procedures.
* Ability to compile, organize, interpret, and communicate accounting data and results in a concise format.
* Knowledge of federal, state and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.
* Ability to negotiate features of a contract.
* Skill in public speaking and delivering presentations to individuals and groups.
* Ability to effectively market the programs and services of the department.

Preferred Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree and at least five years’ experience managing an OLLI program or a similar program managing lifelong learning in the senior population.
* Prior fundraising experience including annual giving, corporations and foundation, leadership annual giving, major gift and planned giving.
* Prior experience in volunteer management.
* Prior experience managing a full-time staff of three or more.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

N/A

Job Duties

• Ensures that OLLI at UNT is self-sustaining by 2030. 
• Strives to grow engagement among UNT's retired faculty and staff. 
• Work collaboratively with central development staff to secure funding. 
• Speaks about OLLI at UNT to various stakeholders, UNT community partners and the outside community. 
• Oversees the recruitment of current and retired faculty, as well as community volunteers to teach classes at OLLI at UNT. 
• Oversees budget for OLLI at UNT. 
• Prepares all reports needed for the OSHER Foundation and other donor entities. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment.Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday 8 am to 5 pm; typical 40 hour work week with possible flex and hybrid work opportunities. Some nights, evenings and weekends may be required.

Driving University Vehicle

Yes

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.