Entrepreneurial Center Executive Director

Position Summary READ THIS!!! Note about Applying: Please check the application requirements at the end of this announcement.
When applying, applicants will be required to submit transcripts and a resume via the NEOED system, but there are other documents that are also required as part of this job application.
Those can be added by selecting "Add Supplemental Attachment" on the attachments screen of your online application.
YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AS DESCRIBED AT THE END OF THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT AND MEET THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF THE JOB TO BE CONSIDERED.
Once the position has been filled, each applicant will be notified by email.
This process can take several weeks to complete after the application deadline.
Salary Placement and Work Hours: This is a 12-month, full-time position.
Placement will be on the C3 Salary Schedule with a range of $51,581 to $101,034, dependent on education and applicable work experience.
Placement is determined by the President.
The work week is Monday through Friday, and hours worked will be a minimum of 40 per week.
Occasional weekend work may be required.
Work Location: DeKalb County Entrepreneurial Center in DeKalb County, Alabama Supervisory Responsibility: Possibly Start Date: May 2024 Essential Duties and Responsibilities Essential Function: The Entrepreneurial Center Executive Director will manage the day-to-day operations of the DeKalb County Entrepreneurial Center (E-Center); create and implement strategic plans to actualize the E-Center’s objectives, achievements, and quarterly goals; and communicate the E-Center’s purpose to the surrounding communities.
This employee answers directly to the President and must comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, the Alabama Community College System and Northeast Alabama Community College.
Duties and Responsibilities: Execute E-Center programs to satisfaction Collaborate with the College President and the Entrepreneurial Center Board of Directors to identify, create, and implement strategic plans to actualize the E-Center’s objectives, achievements, and quarterly goals.
Represent the E-Center at business and social events in the surrounding communities in ways to strengthen goals and communicate the E-Center’s mission.
Execute the E-Center’s three pillars: Educate Pillar: Create and implement the E-Center’s Educate programs that will collaborate and partner with the Fort Payne City school system, DeKalb County school system, Northeast Alabama Community College, Jacksonville State University, Auburn University, the University of Alabama, and other universities’ workforce and entrepreneurship development efforts.
Equip Pillar: Create and implement the E-Center’s Equip programs that provide the appropriate tools, training, and resources to encourage entrepreneurship in DeKalb County for business creation, ownership, or existing business expansion.
Partner with and become certified, if necessary, with programs such as SCORE, the International Business Innovation Association, and the Small Business Administration.
Empower Pillar: Create and implement the E-Center’s Empower programs that provide men, women, and veteran entrepreneurs the tools and training they need to succeed with their business creations.
This E-Center pillar will also provide outreach, training, and tools for those re-entering the workforce regardless of race, age, or ability.
Manage the E-Center’s budget monthly with QuickBooks.
Conduct marketing and outreach to the community, promoting the pillars and programs of the E-Center by supporting, collaborating, and partnering with community resources such as Chambers of Commerce, the Economic Development Association, local companies, and non-profit organizations.
Measure pillar program’s Return on Investment (ROI) successes and completions and create and maintain additional ROI measures established for future success.
Attend professional development that is meaningful to the position and to the E-Center, including, but not limited to Government & Economic Development Institute: Intensive Economic Development Training Course at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama.
Topics include, workforce development, community development fundamentals, Business Retention and Expansion, Small Business and Entrepreneurship Development, Economic Development Ethics, Alabama Government and Economic Development, Rural Development Strategies and much more.
Economic Development Association of Alabama (EDAA) Summer and Winter Conferences: Typically a three-day conference held in Point Clear, Alabama, allowing all participants in Alabama’s economic development professionals to network with peers, hear from the Governor, and understand legislative issues.
ARC Appalachian Leadership: Includes skill-building seminars and best practice reviews, economic development training in public, private and non-profit sectors.
Partnership Certification travel for programs such as SCORE, EDAA, and INBIA Other professional development opportunities requested by the President or the E-Center Board of Directors Have knowledge of and commitment to the philosophy and objectives of Northeast Alabama Community College Comply with all policies of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, the Alabama Community College System, and Northeast Alabama Community College Perform other duties as assigned by the President Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Effective oral and written communication skills are required Extensive knowledge of and proficient use of Microsoft Office Suite programs is required Proficient use of Quickbooks is preferred Strategic thinking and analytical skills Financial accounting proficiency Effective human relation and networking skills, including professionalism, enthusiasm, and commitment to making community connections Ability to multi-task and work well under pressure Possess a strong work ethic, be dependable, and adaptable to change Understanding of and commitment to the community college mission Ability to compose and prepare accurate reports, records, and correspondence Demonstrate skill in organization Ability to work professionally with clients, community organizations, students, college employees, and the public Ability to foster a cooperative work environment Ability to travel for institutional and E-Center support assignments and to conduct business when necessary Ability to work a minimum of 40 hours per week during regular business hours of 8 a.
m.
to 5 p.
m.
on Monday through Friday and possible additional hours to support the E-Center mission and other job responsibilities Minimum Required Education, Training and/or Experience: Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution is required; Master's degree from a regionally accredited institution is preferred; A degree with business-related coursework is preferred Project management experience is required Event planning experience is preferred Application Procedures/Additional Information IMPORTANT!!! - Read all of the following information very carefully before you submit an application.
Do not submit an application until you have all required application materials uploaded to NEOED.
Do not send transcripts or letters of recommendation to the NACC Human Resources or Registrar's Offices.
These must be uploaded by the applicant as part of his or her application.
To have a complete application, applicants must complete the online application form and submit the following documents on the "Attachments" screen of the online application.
It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the requirements are met.
1.
A completed online application form 2.
A current résumé 3.
A separate transcripts from each College attended (This means all of them, even if the credit shows on another transcript and even if it is from a community, junior, or technical college) Note: To qualify, the transcript(s) must include your name and the name of the institution and confirm that the degree required for the position was conferred (date received).
Make sure to ensure this information is included.
4.
Three signed letters of recommendation that confirm experience, dated within one year of the application deadline.
One must be from the applicant's current or former college instructor, supervisor, or employer.
Each must have an actual signature or electronic signature.
Typed signatures and typed cursive fonts are NOT accepted.
5.
Position paper of five hundred words or less describing the applicant’s understanding of the community college philosophy YOU MUST SUBMIT ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS AS DESCRIBED ABOVE AND MEET THE REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS OF THE JOB TO BE CONSIDERED.
APPLICATION AND INTERVIEW PROCESS: All applications must be submitted through the NEOED system.
Click on the green "Apply" button at the top of this announcement to create or access your NEOED account.
All application materials must be uploaded by the applicant to his or her account, including transcripts, resumes, letters of recommendation, etc.
, according to what is listed in the application requirements section by the application deadline.
Do not submit an application until you have all required application materials uploaded.
Applications are only accepted through the NEOED System.
If you have questions, contact the Human Resources Office at 256.
228.
6001, ext.
2230.
Technical questions about the NEOED website, account creation, and/or uploading or completing application materials should be directed to the NEOED helpline at 855-524-5627.
A scanner and computer are available on campus for applicants who need to upload documents to the online application system.
This service is free of charge and is available during normal operating hours of the TLC and Library.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, contact Ms.
Judith Lea in the Technology Learning Center (256.
228.
6001, ext.
2309) or Dr.
Julia Everett (256.
228.
6001, ext.
2226) in the Library.
Applications for the position will be reviewed to determine (1) if they are complete and (2) if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications required of the position.
Interviews are then scheduled at the President’s discretion and will be conducted in person or through a web-interface such as Zoom, Skype, or Microsoft Teams.
Applicants will be required to participate in an interview at their own expense.
Official transcripts will be required of the finalist chosen for employment by the President.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Criminal Background Checks - In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check.
Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check.
E-verify - Northeast Alabama Community College is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-verify).
E-verify electronically confirms an employee’s eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.
Verification of Work Experience – As a condition of the employment offer, the applicant chosen to fill the position will be required to submit verification from previous and current employers to confirm the work experience stated in the application.
The verification form, provided by the College to the applicant, must include the applicant’s beginning and ending dates of employment and job title; confirm if the employment was full time or part-time; and outline job duties.
This information will be used to determine salary schedule placement and is required within fifteen (15) working days of acceptance of an employment offer.
Equal Opportunity Employer – Northeast Alabama Community College is an equal opportunity employer.
It is the official policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or applicant for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment.
Northeast Alabama Community College will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants or employees.
Northeast Alabama Community College reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.
Accreditation – Northeast Alabama Community College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges to award the Associates Degree.
Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 30033-4097, or call 404-679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Northeast Alabama Community College.
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