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Pennsylvania State University Director of Corporate Engagement in University Park, Pennsylvania
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Following the record-breaking success of A Greater Penn State for 21st Century Excellence—the University’s recently concluded $2.2 billion fundraising campaign combined with over $1 billion in research expenditures — a Director of Corporate Engagement is needed to support the Division of Development and Alumni Relations and the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research in fostering and expanding corporate partnerships.
The University is committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are dedicated to fostering institutional change required to realize a more socially just University and we value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.
The Corporate Engagement Center is a collaboration between the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and the Division of Development and Alumni Relations. Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Corporate Engagement, as well as other partners, the Director of Corporate Engagement is a core staff member of the Corporate Engagement Center. The Director of Corporate Engagement will:
Develop and advance university-industry and college-industry relationships with assigned companies.
Articulate Penn State’s needs, ambitions, and values, including diversity, equity, and inclusion, through excellent informal and formal communications.
Identify new companies relevant to the mission of the university, to grow investment in philanthropy, research, and student recruitment, and may take on a particular focus with one or two assigned colleges and/or research focus areas of importance to the university.
Work closely with key leadership and faculty throughout Penn State, including the Penn State Commonwealth Campuses, through taking a holistic approach to industry partners.
This position will be filled as Principal Professional or Senior Professional, depending upon the successful candidate's competencies, education, and experience. This position typically requires a bachelor’s degree or higher plus 6 years or more of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience for the Senior Professional, the Principal Professional requires additional levels of experience. The successful candidate will also have:
Established strategies to identify, cultivate, solicit and steward potential corporate and foundation partners for philanthropy and sponsored research; travel to visit corporate prospects and coordinate visits to Penn State campuses.
A dedication to and understanding of the skills required to build relationships with diverse communities.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Coordinate corporate and foundation relations with other University offices to develop and assess joint activities.
Act as liaison between University officials and fundraising boards and/or campaign committees; serve on various boards and direct committees as requested.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills.
A proven ability to self-motivate and work both independently and as part of a team.
A commitment to professional development, learning, and being mentored.
Operation of a motor vehicle as part of the position’s duties and a valid driver's license are required. Successful completion of a motor vehicle records check, in addition to standard background checks, is also required.
Penn State is supportive of flexible work arrangements when aligned with the ability to meet the needs of the unit and the essential duties of the position. Questions related to flexible work arrangements should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.
We’re looking for leaders who believe in the power of higher education— research and philanthropy—to shape the public good. Learn more about the Division of Development and Alumni Relations at raise.psu.edu and explore the success of our most recent campaign at greaterpennstate.psu.edu . To learn more about the Office of the Senior Vice President for Research and the Office for Industry Partnerships https://www.research.psu.edu .
Building a Career and a Life at Penn State
Across twenty-four campuses and an online World Campus, our 100,000 students and 17,000 faculty and staff know the real measure of success goes beyond the classroom—it’s the positive impact made on communities around the world. Penn State consistently ranks among the top academic and research universities globally: psu.edu/this-is-penn-state/facts-and-rankings .
Penn State is also committed to ensuring that diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to the success of a world-class research institution. We are concerned uniquely with the institutional change required for visioning and realizing a more socially just University: equity.psu.edu/diversity-resources .
This position is based at the University Park campus, located in State College, Pennsylvania. State College is ranked among the lowest-stress and safest small cities in the country, with excellent public schools, beautiful parks and other natural assets, and a broad range of cultural and athletic events and venues: statecollegepa.us and statecollege.com .
The pay range for this position, including all possible grades is:
$76,700.00 - $129,500.00
Salary Structure (https://hr.psu.edu/current-employee/compensation/comp-modernization) - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here (https://police.psu.edu/annual-security-reports) .
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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