The Herriman Campus Director provides leadership for and oversight of all University of Utah operations and programs at the Juniper Building at the Herriman Campus. The Director oversees academic and non-academic programs at Herriman, liaises with main campus departments and central administration, and maintains a strong partnership with Salt Lake Community College and the local community in and around Herriman. The Director is responsible for strategic planning and goals at the Herriman campus in alignment with the University of Utah and Undergraduate Studies goals and mission. The Director ensures that operations abide by appropriate university policies and procedures.

The Director will be located at the Herriman Campus with periodic travel to Main Campus in Salt Lake City.

Responsibilities

• Directs the development and implementation of educational objectives for the Herriman Campus that are comprehensive, appropriate, and consistent with the University of Utah’s goals and objectives through enhancement of the Exceptional Educational Experience (E3). E3 is a student experience framework that unites work across the institution and allows for a shared understanding of what it means to provide an exceptional educational experience.
• Establishes and maintains clear and consistent communication and coordination between SLCC and UofU academic, administrative, and student affairs leadership and staff on all aspects of Herriman Campus planning and implementation.
• Provides strategic direction by setting short and long-term goals, estimating budgetary requirements for staff, space and equipment planning, and implementing special projects and policies.
• Oversees facility operations for the University of Utah and in coordination with SLCC and Engage U leadership.
• Oversees aspects of staff resource management including recruitment and retention of assigned staff, in collaboration with division/unit supervisors and with Engage U and Undergraduate Studies leadership.
• Forecasts staffing, capital and operating budget needs in evaluating and reporting on market sensitivity, financial analysis, space utilization review, staff performance evaluation, etc.
• Oversees the analysis and determination of appropriate staff mix to support student, faculty, and staff needs.
• Markets and promotes new and existing programs and services to internal and external stakeholders and audiences.
• Participates in university-wide committees as needed to support administrative plans and policies.
• Facilitates cooperative and collaborative community and institutional relationships
• Works collaboratively with SLCC counterpart to resolve issues and arrive at mutually beneficial solutions

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a related area, or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience). Eight years of progressively more responsible management experience; and demonstrated leadership, human relations, and effective communications skills are required.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Preferences

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Educational Leadership and Policy, or related area strongly preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to foster positive working relationships with diverse constituencies
• Ability to anticipate and resolve issues
• Ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion
• Collaborative approach to building teams and working with others
• Excellent time management skills and ability to effectively prioritize competing tasks and projects
• Ability to work independently with minimal direct supervision
• Proficiency with centralized systems for procurement, travel, and accounting

Type

Benefited Staff

Special Instructions Summary

Additional Information

Open Date

05/12/2023

Requisition Number

PRN34947B

Job Title

Director, Education

Working Title

Herriman Director

Job Grade

G

FLSA Code

Executive

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

No

Standard Hours per Week

40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time

Shift

Day

Work Schedule Summary

M-F 8-5. Some weekends and nights.

VP Area

Academic Affairs

Department

00020 - Undergraduate Studies-Dean

Location

Campus

City

Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

External Posting

Pay Rate Range

$75,000/yr.

Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes