University of Kansas
Public Management Center (PMC) Director
University of Kansas, Lawrence, Kansas, us, 66045
University of Kansas Public Management Center (PMC) Director
Location: Lawrence, KansasPosition Overview:The mission of the University of Kansas School of Public Affairs & Administration (SPAA) is to educate exceptional public professionals and generate thought leadership that provides solutions to the most pressing global and community challenges by advancing the public good, democratic values, and ethical public management practices. The School offers academic programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels across KU campuses and online. The SPAA faculty are recognized for excellence in their teaching and research, and the School is ranked #1 in local government management graduate program by US News and World Report.As the professional development unit of the School, the Public Management Center (PMC) offers professional education and consulting services focused on skills enhancement for leaders, managers, staff, and teams to support organizational development in public agencies across the Heartland. The PMC earns and utilizes revenue from professional education programs, consulting services, and conferences. The PMC is the home of the Heartland Certified Public Manager Program (CPM), one of the most active CPM programs in the United States and Leading Edge - High Performing Organizations (HPO), a transformative leadership program.The PMC provides leadership development through the Emerging Leaders Academy (ELA) and Supervisory Leadership Training (SLT), as well as consulting services that support government agencies and public service organizations through assistance with strategic planning, public engagement and facilitation, customized training, and team building. PMC staff are motivated by a deep belief that public service—and skilled public service professionals—are at the heart of a healthy democracy. The PMC offers programs and services across the Midwest, organizes several regional public service conferences, and supports event management for SPAA initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Planning and Execution (20%):
Leads the implementation of the PMC mission, vision, and strategic plan to ensure activities align with developed vision and direction.PMC Supervision (10%):
Provide direct supervision of PMC Associate and Assistant Directors and ensure the professional development of PMC staff.Education and Client Services Assessment (10%):
Ensures that PMC programs meet the School’s educational standards and that content is anchored in research.PMC Instruction and Consulting Services (40%):
Contributes to instruction in PMC programs based on expertise and actively engages in revenue-generating activities.SPAA Event Planning (10%):
Contributes to the content, speakers, and implementation of SPAA-sponsored conferences.School of Public Affairs and Administration Leadership Management (10%):
Participates in committee service that contributes to the governance functions of the School, College, and University.Required Qualifications:Masters in public administration, management, leadership, or closely related field from an accredited institution and 10 years of experience in public service, including 5 years of leadership experience and 7 years of supervisory experience.OR bachelor’s degree and 15 years of experience in public service, including 5 years of leadership experience and 7 years of supervisory experience.Demonstrated experience leading a team built on complementary strengths to meet the PMC mission.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with varied public sector organizations, including local, state, or federal agencies.Familiarity with ICMA, NLC, CUPSO, and other public sector associations.Experience in providing strategic planning, organizational assessments, and/or leadership development training.Conditions of Employment:
Serve at the PleasureApplication Review Begins:
15-Oct-2024Anticipated Start Date:
01-Feb-2025Additional Candidate Instructions:
Please submit the following to be considered for this position: Resume and contact information for 3 professional references (References will NOT be contacted until later in the hiring process and you will be informed before we reach out to them).Review of applications will begin October 15th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
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Location: Lawrence, KansasPosition Overview:The mission of the University of Kansas School of Public Affairs & Administration (SPAA) is to educate exceptional public professionals and generate thought leadership that provides solutions to the most pressing global and community challenges by advancing the public good, democratic values, and ethical public management practices. The School offers academic programs at the undergraduate, masters, and doctoral levels across KU campuses and online. The SPAA faculty are recognized for excellence in their teaching and research, and the School is ranked #1 in local government management graduate program by US News and World Report.As the professional development unit of the School, the Public Management Center (PMC) offers professional education and consulting services focused on skills enhancement for leaders, managers, staff, and teams to support organizational development in public agencies across the Heartland. The PMC earns and utilizes revenue from professional education programs, consulting services, and conferences. The PMC is the home of the Heartland Certified Public Manager Program (CPM), one of the most active CPM programs in the United States and Leading Edge - High Performing Organizations (HPO), a transformative leadership program.The PMC provides leadership development through the Emerging Leaders Academy (ELA) and Supervisory Leadership Training (SLT), as well as consulting services that support government agencies and public service organizations through assistance with strategic planning, public engagement and facilitation, customized training, and team building. PMC staff are motivated by a deep belief that public service—and skilled public service professionals—are at the heart of a healthy democracy. The PMC offers programs and services across the Midwest, organizes several regional public service conferences, and supports event management for SPAA initiatives.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Planning and Execution (20%):
Leads the implementation of the PMC mission, vision, and strategic plan to ensure activities align with developed vision and direction.PMC Supervision (10%):
Provide direct supervision of PMC Associate and Assistant Directors and ensure the professional development of PMC staff.Education and Client Services Assessment (10%):
Ensures that PMC programs meet the School’s educational standards and that content is anchored in research.PMC Instruction and Consulting Services (40%):
Contributes to instruction in PMC programs based on expertise and actively engages in revenue-generating activities.SPAA Event Planning (10%):
Contributes to the content, speakers, and implementation of SPAA-sponsored conferences.School of Public Affairs and Administration Leadership Management (10%):
Participates in committee service that contributes to the governance functions of the School, College, and University.Required Qualifications:Masters in public administration, management, leadership, or closely related field from an accredited institution and 10 years of experience in public service, including 5 years of leadership experience and 7 years of supervisory experience.OR bachelor’s degree and 15 years of experience in public service, including 5 years of leadership experience and 7 years of supervisory experience.Demonstrated experience leading a team built on complementary strengths to meet the PMC mission.Preferred Qualifications:Experience with varied public sector organizations, including local, state, or federal agencies.Familiarity with ICMA, NLC, CUPSO, and other public sector associations.Experience in providing strategic planning, organizational assessments, and/or leadership development training.Conditions of Employment:
Serve at the PleasureApplication Review Begins:
15-Oct-2024Anticipated Start Date:
01-Feb-2025Additional Candidate Instructions:
Please submit the following to be considered for this position: Resume and contact information for 3 professional references (References will NOT be contacted until later in the hiring process and you will be informed before we reach out to them).Review of applications will begin October 15th and continue until a qualified pool of applicants is identified.
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