Bucknell University
Director, Bucknell Institute for Dialogue & Democracy (BIDD)
Bucknell University, Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, United States, 17837
Director, Bucknell Institute for Dialogue & Democracy (BIDD)
Bucknell University invites nominations and applications for the Director for a new Dialogue and Democracy Initiative. Reporting directly to the Associate Provost for Research and Creative Inquiry, the Director will work closely with the faculty, staff, and students, the Deans and Associate Deans of the three Colleges, University Advancement, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, and other relevant stakeholders within the campus and greater Susquehanna Valley communities to develop and oversee this nascent initiative. The Director of Bucknell Initiative for Dialogue & Democracy will provide collaborative, visionary and strategic leadership to the initiative. The Director will develop the relationships necessary to lead the development of a collective vision for the initiative, informed by the multiple perspectives that comprise the Bucknell community. The Director will be a full-time member of the Bucknell staff. This position is currently projected to be gift funded for three years with the expectation that it may be renewed with additional funding. The Director of this Initiative will directly contribute to Bucknell's mission of educating students for a lifetime of critical thinking and strong leadership characterized by continued intellectual exploration, creativity and imagination. The Director of BIDD will work across the institution to provide leadership to this cross-disciplinary initiative. The Director will support members of the campus community to co-organize programming across all three colleges, and to work with existing offices and departments (including those connected to community partners) to identify and develop relevant experiential opportunities for students and members of the Bucknell community. Depending on academic qualifications, responsibilities could include offering formal or informal classes and content related to their area of expertise. The Director will work with University Advancement and the Office of Sponsored Projects to attract additional resources, and they will work to encourage the growth and reach of the ecosystem of dialogue and dignity at Bucknell in line with the needs of students, alumni, and the broader campus community. The Director will ensure that BIDD provides opportunities for the entire Bucknell University community. The work also has the potential to serve the region through collaboration with civic, governmental, educational, nonprofit, business, and community-based institutions and organizations. The Director will be responsible for collaborating with members of the Bucknell community to develop, and then execute, the mission and vision of the initiative through the development of relationships, resources, opportunities, and programming. The Director will contribute to the programs and initiatives that support Bucknell's efforts to create a culture of understanding, dignity, and respect for all members of the community. The Director will also be the primary administrator for the operations of the program, overseeing budgets, and supervising support staff, as appropriate. If successful, the initiative can grow and join extant institutes and centers that are already a feature of Bucknell's co-curricular infrastructure. Finally, the Director will build coalitions both on and off-campus that support the mission, vision, and goals of BIDD, and that have the resources to support the initiative in various ways. The Director will develop and connect Bucknell to a network of key external partners. The Director will possess strong emotional intelligence and extensive organizational skills. They will demonstrate the ability to think critically and be able to successfully work to advance the goals of the Initiative, while endeavoring to build community and campus engagement. They will be able to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and adjust priorities in a busy environment. Additionally, the Director will possess a commitment to advancing equity and inclusive excellence at the University by contributing to programs and initiatives that convey Bucknell's efforts to create an inclusive and equitable culture. Demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, the Director will show a commitment to working professionally with internal and external constituencies. Additionally, the Director will be expected to possess many of the following qualifications and characteristics: Graduate degree (at least Masters) in a relevant field of social sciences or humanities, organizational leadership, or related field, doctorate preferred; At least 7 years professional experience in progressively more responsible roles. Professional experience can encompass various settings and backgrounds (including diplomacy, education, civic engagement, international development, as examples), but experience in a higher education setting is strongly preferred Experience working with students, faculty members, and community organizations; Experience with strategic planning and executing strategic initiatives; Experience building programs from the ground up; strong grant-seeking and/or fundraising experience; Skilled (written and oral) communicator, collaborator, critical thinker, and accomplished administrator with a servant leadership perspective and strong management and people development skills; A high degree of cultural competency/humility, and dedication to growing and fostering a vibrant and inclusive community; Evidence of achievement in bringing together individuals from different backgrounds to work towards common goals and/or shared understanding; An understanding of the culture of higher education, shared governance, academic freedom, and a deep respect for students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and community members; Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel, database systems and data entry, Google software, and a variety of web browsing programs, and ability to adapt to changing technology and systems; The highest level of personal and professional ethics and integrity. This position is based in a typical office setting without any unique physical or environmental requirements. Job Exempt: Yes Salary Range: 143,200.00-179,000.00. The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application. Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options; An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions); Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!); Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods. A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives; A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card. Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.
Bucknell University invites nominations and applications for the Director for a new Dialogue and Democracy Initiative. Reporting directly to the Associate Provost for Research and Creative Inquiry, the Director will work closely with the faculty, staff, and students, the Deans and Associate Deans of the three Colleges, University Advancement, the Director of Corporate and Foundation Relations, and other relevant stakeholders within the campus and greater Susquehanna Valley communities to develop and oversee this nascent initiative. The Director of Bucknell Initiative for Dialogue & Democracy will provide collaborative, visionary and strategic leadership to the initiative. The Director will develop the relationships necessary to lead the development of a collective vision for the initiative, informed by the multiple perspectives that comprise the Bucknell community. The Director will be a full-time member of the Bucknell staff. This position is currently projected to be gift funded for three years with the expectation that it may be renewed with additional funding. The Director of this Initiative will directly contribute to Bucknell's mission of educating students for a lifetime of critical thinking and strong leadership characterized by continued intellectual exploration, creativity and imagination. The Director of BIDD will work across the institution to provide leadership to this cross-disciplinary initiative. The Director will support members of the campus community to co-organize programming across all three colleges, and to work with existing offices and departments (including those connected to community partners) to identify and develop relevant experiential opportunities for students and members of the Bucknell community. Depending on academic qualifications, responsibilities could include offering formal or informal classes and content related to their area of expertise. The Director will work with University Advancement and the Office of Sponsored Projects to attract additional resources, and they will work to encourage the growth and reach of the ecosystem of dialogue and dignity at Bucknell in line with the needs of students, alumni, and the broader campus community. The Director will ensure that BIDD provides opportunities for the entire Bucknell University community. The work also has the potential to serve the region through collaboration with civic, governmental, educational, nonprofit, business, and community-based institutions and organizations. The Director will be responsible for collaborating with members of the Bucknell community to develop, and then execute, the mission and vision of the initiative through the development of relationships, resources, opportunities, and programming. The Director will contribute to the programs and initiatives that support Bucknell's efforts to create a culture of understanding, dignity, and respect for all members of the community. The Director will also be the primary administrator for the operations of the program, overseeing budgets, and supervising support staff, as appropriate. If successful, the initiative can grow and join extant institutes and centers that are already a feature of Bucknell's co-curricular infrastructure. Finally, the Director will build coalitions both on and off-campus that support the mission, vision, and goals of BIDD, and that have the resources to support the initiative in various ways. The Director will develop and connect Bucknell to a network of key external partners. The Director will possess strong emotional intelligence and extensive organizational skills. They will demonstrate the ability to think critically and be able to successfully work to advance the goals of the Initiative, while endeavoring to build community and campus engagement. They will be able to work independently, manage multiple responsibilities, and adjust priorities in a busy environment. Additionally, the Director will possess a commitment to advancing equity and inclusive excellence at the University by contributing to programs and initiatives that convey Bucknell's efforts to create an inclusive and equitable culture. Demonstrating strong interpersonal skills, the Director will show a commitment to working professionally with internal and external constituencies. Additionally, the Director will be expected to possess many of the following qualifications and characteristics: Graduate degree (at least Masters) in a relevant field of social sciences or humanities, organizational leadership, or related field, doctorate preferred; At least 7 years professional experience in progressively more responsible roles. Professional experience can encompass various settings and backgrounds (including diplomacy, education, civic engagement, international development, as examples), but experience in a higher education setting is strongly preferred Experience working with students, faculty members, and community organizations; Experience with strategic planning and executing strategic initiatives; Experience building programs from the ground up; strong grant-seeking and/or fundraising experience; Skilled (written and oral) communicator, collaborator, critical thinker, and accomplished administrator with a servant leadership perspective and strong management and people development skills; A high degree of cultural competency/humility, and dedication to growing and fostering a vibrant and inclusive community; Evidence of achievement in bringing together individuals from different backgrounds to work towards common goals and/or shared understanding; An understanding of the culture of higher education, shared governance, academic freedom, and a deep respect for students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and community members; Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office products including Word and Excel, database systems and data entry, Google software, and a variety of web browsing programs, and ability to adapt to changing technology and systems; The highest level of personal and professional ethics and integrity. This position is based in a typical office setting without any unique physical or environmental requirements. Job Exempt: Yes Salary Range: 143,200.00-179,000.00. The offer rate will be based on a review of the candidate's credentials compared to the qualifications of the position, internal equity, and our overall compensation philosophy. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time, all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of the application. Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to): Flexible scheduling options determined by role; Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options; An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions); Generous paid time off, including vacation and sick time, a community service day, and 19 paid holidays (including two full weeks off for Winter Break!); Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods. A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives; A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card. Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community. We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings. We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information. Bucknell University participates with the United States Customs and Immigration Services (USCIS) E-Verify program. We will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.