Position Description:

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An inclusive, welcoming environment for our students, faculty & staff

Generous Paid Time Off on top of 12 Paid Holidays

Affordable & Comprehensive Health, Dental, Life & Vision Insurance

4:1 Employer Match for Retirement

WCC Tuition paid for you AND your dependents

Tuition reimbursement for colleges outside WCC

Check our Total Rewards WCC departments, and community partners. The director should possess experience leading and guiding people through ideation and start-up stages of entrepreneurship, managing grant-funded programs, be highly-organized, be comfortable adhering and maintaining all WCC policies and procedures, and be willing to collaborate across teams to contribute to the goals and objectives of the institution. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities: Provide hands-on leadership and oversight of the EC’s offerings and day-to-day activities

Manage administrative functions of the center, including but not limited to programs, signature events, sponsorships, networking opportunities, and coaching to maintain a rich semester-long calendar of learning opportunities on an annual basis

Maintain and adhere to the EC’s and WCC’s processes and procedures, fiscal management, staffing, and governance.

Identify, select, train, and manage high-quality staff to carry out the work and responsibilities of the EC.

Direct the intake process and manage client relationships with the center

Attract, consult, and determine individualized paths for entrepreneurial growth for EC’s clients

Serve as spokesperson for the EC during workshops and information sessions within and outside WCC

Propose programs and partnerships, and maintain an active calendar of activities for students

Propose collaborations with on-campus and off-campus partners

Identify, cultivate, and maintain a network of professional contacts to serve the WCC’s goals and objectives

Collaborate with faculty and staff in related areas to propose programs and co-curricular activities

Reach key measures and maintain controls for all center activities

Other duties as assigned Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

At least five years of experience leading and guiding people through business ideation and start-up stages of entrepreneurship and/or venture creation.

At least five years of successful business management and reporting

Proven experience in conceptualizing, planning, and executing events, programs, and/or resources that align with an organization’s strategic goals.

Possess the ability to work with a diverse range of people, including students, faculty, trainers, Experience identifying sponsorships to work collaboratively with WCC departments and community partners

Highly organized, goal-driven, and comfortable adhering to and maintaining all WCC policies and procedures

Passionate about business start-ups

Action-oriented and rapid response problem-solver who can manage multiple projects, on time, and with great accuracy

Ability to work collaboratively across campus departments

Willing to work weekends and evenings, when needed

Excellent written and oral communication skills Preferred Qualifications: Posting Date: Closing Date: 10/08/ Open Until Filled No