Executive Director, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
Executive Director, Osher Lifelong Learning Institute
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$ 175000 - 195000
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Position Summary:
Florida Atlantic University is seeking an Executive Director for the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute - Boca Raton FL.
Florida Atlantics Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) seeks an engaging and mission-driven leader to serve as its next Executive Director. The ideal candidate brings energy innovation and a strong community orientation to the role along with the strategic mindset needed to grow impact and engagement. The successful candidate will thrive in a goal-driven environment with a proven track record of setting and achieving measurable benchmarks and consistently increasing participation philanthropic support and financial performance.
The Executive Director will bring an entrepreneurial mindset to a nonprofit educational environment demonstrating initiative creativity and a proactive approach to program development and community engagement. This leader will identify new opportunities build partnerships and drive innovation while remaining aligned with the Institutes mission of lifelong learning and enrichment for the adult community.
Summary of Responsibilities:
Serve in various leadership functions as assigned by the Assistant Provost for Online and Continuing Education.
Oversee and evaluate program operations and daily operations of the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) locations including academic and non-academic activities.
Develop manage and implement the strategic plan for OLLI at FAU as well as the OLLI emergency plans such as the University Continuity of Operations Plan (UCOOP) and the Unit Emergency Response Plan (UERP).
Assist the Assistant Provost with ensuring that the goals and objectives of the university are communicated and met; provide leadership and policy direction as assigned and as appropriate.
Manage the budget oversee contracts in consultation with the Office of General Counsel and ensure expenditures stay within guidelines. This includes all operating foundation and endowment accounts.
Supervise and lead the OLLI administrative staff at all OLLI locations including training and cross-training.
Manage strategize and help staff implement membership enrollment goals including recruitment maintenance and retention and engage with community partners to increase membership.
Manage and oversee fundraising and development programs in cooperation with the university development offices. Devise implement and manage a strategy to foster and continually increase patron donations to annual giving campaigns program endowments naming opportunities and legacy gifts.
Represent OLLI in the community and build collaborative relationships with the university and external stakeholders.
Serve as a liaison between OLLI the university the Osher Foundation and other external parties.
Manage and provide data needed for planning and external reporting and oversee the OLLI online registration and reporting system.
Complete and submit the annual Osher Endowment report.
Manage build and sustain collaborative respectful and productive relationships with the Advisory Boards (i.e. facilitating communication incorporating Advisory Board input into strategic initiatives and fostering engagement through trust transparency and shared goals).
Establish and revise policies and procedures as needed in accordance with the university.
Assess and implement technology to enhance administrative and financial efficiency.
Manage usage of the Boca Raton and Jupiter auditoriums assessing the logistical viability and appropriateness of outside usage. Oversee event productions and outside rentals of the auditorium and retain assets to ensure successful events. Coordinate and collaborate on projects between OLLI and other Florida Atlantic departments with faculty and administrators.
Oversee the graphic elements and distribution of electronic and print materials including catalogs promotional materials membership drives etc.
Build brand recognition and community participation in Jupiter Boca Raton and Palm Beach County.
Oversee OLLI facilities regarding space rentals daily use traffic and parking needs building maintenance repairs and upgrades emergency management among other duties related to the position.
Foster an environment of innovation leading the expansion of OLLIs impact by developing strategies to attract new audience demographics.
Design and implement data-driven goals for increasing membership revenue and philanthropic gifts.
Maintain and grow donor and membership pipelines through relationship-building engagement events and targeted outreach in partnership with development staff.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to pilot intergenerational learning opportunities and partnerships with degree-seeking students.
Strengthen the relationship between OLLI members and Florida Atlantic University by fostering a deeper connection to the institutions mission research academic excellence and campus life.
Collaborate with university partners to showcase faculty research student achievements and academic programs through lectures events and cross-promotions.
Promote institutional pride by connecting members with Florida Atlantics athletic programs arts performances and cultural initiatives.
Develop pathways for OLLI members to support university priorities through scholarships and student mentorship.
Travel to Jupiter and Boca Raton campuses OLLI locations and off-site events to oversee operations and supervise staff.
FAU Benefits and Perks
If Benefits & Perks are important to you then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students staff and faculty FAU offers:
Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family) Dental Vision Life Insurance Flexible Spending plans Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.
State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.
State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program.
Sick Leave Pool Program.
Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave 1 personal day 9 paid holidays and paid winter break (at Presidents discretion).
Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).
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Masters degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and seven years of appropriate experience; or a bachelors degree from an accredited institution in an appropriate area of specialization and nine years of experience required.Travel to Jupiter and Boca Raton campuses OLLI locations and off-site events to oversee operations and supervise staff required.
Preferred Qualifications/Skills:
Masters degree in public administration nonprofit management higher education or a related discipline or Doctorate preferred.
Minimum of 710 years of progressively responsible leadership in continuing education lifelong learning community engagement nonprofit management or related sectors.
Demonstrated success leading a complex multi-location or cross-functional organization.
Track record of growing membership donations or program participation through innovation and outreach.
Experience working with advisory boards or governance bodies in a collaborative diplomatic manner.
Salary:
$175000 - $195000 per year.This position is eligible for a performance-based incentive plan tied to measurable outcomes to be discussed at the interview stage.
College or Department:
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute.Location:
Boca RatonWork Days and Hours:
Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. including some evenings and weekends as needed.Application Deadline:
Special Instructions to Applicant:
***SALARY UPDATED***This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.
APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
Resume
Cover letter
OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:
The final candidate will be required to have official sealed transcripts and if applicable an original NACES evaluation sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.
PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:
Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (Level I and Level II) a motor vehicle check a credit check reference checks and an alcohol and drug screening check.
REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:
Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at or send an email at To contact Human Resources please call . For communication assistance call 7-1-1.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
