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Central Michigan University

ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / BUSINESS & COMMUNITY OUTREACH

Central Michigan University, Lansing, Michigan, United States,


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CMU Medical Education Partners (CMEP) is a joint partner with Central Michigan University (CMU), Covenant Healthcare, and St. Mary’s of Michigan. CMEP is located in Saginaw, Michigan, and is a separate nonprofit legal entity from CMU. The faculty of CMEP works collaboratively and interactively with the College of Medicine faculty at CMU to deliver an innovative curriculum to CMU medical students.Because CMU Medical Education Partners (CMEP) is a separate legal entity (and employer) from CMU, the employment opportunities available through CMEP are not employment positions with CMU.ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / BUSINESS & COMMUNITY OUTREACH

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Position Title: ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR / BUSINESS & COMMUNITY OUTREACHPosition Summary: The Associate Director of Business and Community Outreach (BCO), within CMU’s Innovation and Online unit (CMU IO), will be responsible for maintaining a portfolio of existing partners and continuously sourcing new partners that will lead to strategic partnerships focused on educational advancement of individuals and workforce development for organizations. Working within the assigned region of Southwest Michigan, the Associate Director will be based out of Central Michigan University’s site in Grand Rapids, MI and will serve as the primary liaison between external partners and CMU IO in the region.Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree.Two years of relevant experience in business development, sales, relationship building, education, human resources/training and development, or a related field.Possession of a valid Driver’s License.Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills including ability and comfortability with presenting.Demonstrated ability to engage and skillfully influence a diverse clientele across a variety of industries.Demonstrated ability to project professionalism and a polished business acumen.Demonstrated ability to be results-oriented, follow through, prioritize, and manage multiple projects at various phases of their life cycle.Ability to effectively understand and relay the needs of clientele.Proven ability to work collaboratively within a cross-functional team, often times remotely.Ability to travel locally/regionally as needed.Duties & Responsibilities

Acts as a University steward by establishing and maintaining relationships with external stakeholders to form partnerships related to educational and professional learning opportunities for adult learners.Fosters and supports partner relationships by informing external stakeholders of their partnership status, opportunities for expansion, and outcomes of partnership agreements.Develops strategic partnerships whilst demonstrating an authentic commitment to and understanding of the organization’s mission, values, and strategic imperatives/SMART goals.Participates in a highly cross-collaborative environment in the development and implementation of partner agreements and programming that leads to measurable outcomes and impact.Promotes educational pathways and workforce development opportunities for governmental, business, and community-based organizations.Aligns work efforts with established goals/targets for identifying and developing business and community partnerships within the Southwest Michigan region.Employee Group

Professional & Administrative -SalaryPay Range

$60,000 - $72,000 per yearLocation

Grand Rapids, MIAdditional Information

Central Michigan University is an AA/EO institution, strongly and actively strives to increase diversity and provide equal opportunity within its community.

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