Director of the Montana Center for Inclusive Education
Montana State University Billings is a preferred employer in the region-WE WANT YOU!
The following are reasons why you should join our team:
The following are reasons why you should join our team:
- Work-life balance
- Holidays-10 paid holidays per year and 1 Floating Holiday
- Vacation- 15 days per year (New Employees to 10 years; after 10 years the accrual rate increases)
- Sick Leave – Earned at an accrual rate of .0416125 for each hour in pay status.
- Employee and Dependent Tuition Waiver
- Opportunities to engage in professional development opportunities
- Committed to employee wellness and access to a robust Employee Assistance Program
- Medical Benefits that are robust and affordable
- Visit MUS Benefits to learn more about our benefit package including
- Medical, Vision, and Dental
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability are incorporated into our benefits
- Learn more about our retirement benefits at MUS Retirement
- Opportunities for career growth and a variety of career paths
- Campus vibrancy- coffee shops, FREE attendance to MSUB concerts, athletic events, and lectures, access to recreation center, library, etc.
- Beautiful campus environment that features our MSUB Mile walking path
DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Write grants and contracts to develop resources and programs for MCIE among local, regional, state, and federal programs in accordance with the missions and visions of MCIE, College of Education, and MSUB.
- Identify and secure funds through donations from organizations and private donors in coordination with the MSUB Foundation
- Oversee the fiscal responsibilities of the MCIE in coordination with the Dean of the College of Education, the Office of Grants and Sponsored Programs, and the Office of the Academic Vice Chancellor (Provost) of MSUB.
- Represent MCIE with local, state, and federal organizations; as well as the Montana University System.
- Supervise and coordinate all MCIE projects and personnel.
- Supervise and coordinate staff development to ensure a high standard of performance and a positive work environment; including regular evaluations of personnel for professional growth.
- Lead, encourage, and model collaborative work with funding organizations and other partners.
- Participate on boards and committees related to MCIE activities.
- Collaborate with the Provost of MSUB and the Dean of the College of Education to create longterm goals and strategic plans for MCIE
- Ensure MCIE personnel are familiar and in compliance with MSUB administration and academic policies and procedures.
- Manage specific programs within MCIE. For example, managing the Institution for Neurodiversity and the coordination of Movin’ On in Montana: An Enhanced E-Mentoring Experience project.
- Travel occasionally to meetings and/or conferences.
QUALITIES & SKILLS:
- Knowledge and understanding of grant writing and management of grant-related projects.
- Excellent oral and written communication.
- Respectful of diversity.
- Ability to read, analyze, interpret, and communicate data effectively.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Proficient in conflict management.
- Implements best practices in leadership.
- Demonstrates fiscal responsibility.
- Ability to collaborate and work effectively with individuals, partners, and teams.
- Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
- Fosters and nurtures professional growth of a dynamic team.
- Relatable and able to maintain a caring, positive work environment.
- Approachable and accessible.
- Valuing the perspectives and experiences of youth.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Regularly required to sit throughout the day
- Operation of a computer throughout the day
- The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk
- The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds
Education Required:
- Master’s Degree or higher
Experience Required:
- Experience with seeking and obtaining local, state, and federal grants and successful implementation of grant-funded projects
- 5 Years of leadership experience in a variety of capacities
- Experience working with diverse populations, including individuals with exceptionalities
- Experience implementing initiatives and projects in service to diverse populations
Education Preferred:
- Terminal Degree
Experience Preferred:
- 10 years of leadership experience and professional training in leadership
- Established connections at the local, state, and federal levels
Montana State University Billings is committed to providing a working and learning environment free from discrimination. As such, the University does not discriminate in the admission, access to or conduct of its educational programs and activities nor in its employment policies and practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ethnicity, creed, service in the uniformed services (as defined in state and federal law), veteran status, gender, age, political beliefs, marital or family status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation or preference. In support of the University’s mission to be inclusive and diverse, applications from qualified minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are highly encouraged.
Montana State University Billings makes accommodation for any known disability that may interfere with an applicant’s ability to compete in the hiring process or an employee’s ability to perform the duties of the job. In compliance with the Montana Veteran’s Employment Preference Act, MSU Billings provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran’s preference or request accommodation, contact the Human Resources Office, Montana State University Billings, 1500 University Drive, Billings, MT 59101-0298, 406-657-2278, employment@msubillings.edu.
MSU Billings Non-Discrimination Policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedures can be located on the MSU Billings Website: http://www.msubillings.edu/humres/eeos.htm
TO APPLY: https://employment.msubillings.edu/postings/7490
