Executive Director of Health Administration
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$ 145000 - 168000
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University of Colorado Denver
Official Title: Executive Director
Working Title: Executive Director of Health Administration
FTE: Full-time 1.0 (100%) FTE Hybrid
Salary Range: $145000 to $168000
Position # Requisition #37468
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About the University of Colorado - Denver
The University of Colorado Denver is the states premier public urban research university and equity-serving institution. Globally connected and locally invested CU Denver partners with future-focused learners and communities to design accessible relevant transformative educational experiences for every stage of life and career. Across seven schools and colleges in the heart of downtown Denver our leading faculty inspires and works alongside students to solve complex challenges through break through innovations and impactful research and creative work. As part of the states largest university system CU Denver is a major contributor to the Colorado economy with 2000 employees and an annual economic impact of $800 million. For more information visit .
Job Description
* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at This search is being conducted by our partners at WittKieffer Please click here to view the full leadership profile.**
The Executive Director is responsible for the leadership and operational excellence of the Health Administration Program at CU Denver Business School. Responsibilities include articulating a compelling vision strategic planning engaging the community and alumni to deliver an exceptional student experience fundraising innovating and continuously improving the curriculum assisting with recruitment and placement of graduates and managing staff.
A major part of this position is developing and sustaining relationships with key stakeholders who support Health Administration students graduates and the Health Administration Research Consortium managing and leading a vibrant advisory board integrating key industry trends and advancing the Health Administration Program to a level of national distinction including creating and finding a donor to name a Center. The Executive Director needs to work directly with healthcare companies executives alumni and students to create and fulfill an inspiring vision.
Executive Director of Health Administration
What you will do:
- Assist in developing and executing short and long-term student recruitment strategies for the program.
- Develop and manage annual program budgets and adhere to policies and practices relevant to Foundation accounts.
- Advise Health Administration students as needed.
- Provide leadership for curriculum innovation and management.
- Provide leadership for the creation of a new Center for Health Administration
- Cultivate partnerships with industry associations industry professionals and companies.
- Regularly attend regional national and global industry association meetings to promote and provide information regarding Health Administration programs and the Health Administration Research Consortium.
- Develop relationships with recruiters and hiring managers to generate fellowship and permanent employment opportunities.
- Work closely with the Business School Development Officer to prospect solicit and steward financial support from companies organizations and alumni.
- Oversee the selection of scholarship recipients.
- Lead all processes necessary for maintaining CAHME and AACSB accreditation
- Assess the potential and develop revenue generating events such as continuing education classes and industry symposiums.
- Develop and manage a vibrant and engaged advisory board for providing guidance student mentoring and financial support.
- Teach up to two classes per year.
Qualifications you already possess (Minimum Qualifications)
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
- Masters degree
- 10 years of healthcare industry experience.
- 5 years of significant healthcare leadership experience.
- Extensive involvement with a university as a lecturer guest speaker student mentor or advisor.
- Board or other service that has involved philanthropic activity
Preferred Qualification to possess (Preferred Qualifications)
- 15 years of healthcare industry experience
- Terminal degree
- Excellent performance as a full- or part-time instructor
- Successful experience fundraising
- Demonstrated leadership of an advisory board
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Ability to develop communicate and execute an inspiring vision and strategy and motivate and manage a team.
- Must be sensitive to cultural political and geographical differences and work well with administration faculty and students.
- Must have the capability and flexibility to adjust to changing work schedule requirements.
- Strong network and affiliation with healthcare industry leaders and associations.
- The ability to develop relationships with external constituents that results in student engagement guidance and financial support.
- Extensive knowledge of the healthcare industry and academic and governmental communities.
Conditions of Employment
This position follows a hybrid work structure where employees can work remotely or from the office as needed based on demands of specific tasks or personal work preferences. Working from the office is encouraged when working on tasks that require a high degree of collaboration.
Mental Physical and/or Environmental Requirements
The ability to sit for extended periods stand and walk occasionally reach with hands and arms use hands to manipulate a keyboard and mouse and have good near vision for computer work;often requiring minimal lifting but may involve bending or reaching to retrieve items from shelves or drawers.
CU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at
Employment Sponsorship
Please be advised that this position is not eligible now or in the future for visa sponsorship.
Compensation and Benefits
The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $145000 to $168000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors including but not limited to internal equity experience education specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.
This position is not eligible for overtime compensation.
Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck. The University of Colorado Denver provides generous leave health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.
Benefits: Compensation Calculator: Deadline
All applications nominations and inquiries are invited. Applications should include as two separate documents a CV or resume and a letter of interest addressing the themes in the leadership profile. Professional references are not requested at this time.
WittKieffer is assisting the University of Colorado Denver in this search.
Required Application Materials:
Questions should be directed to Cindy Baroway
Background Check Policy
The University of Colorado Denver strives to maintain a safe and productive educational clinical research and employment environment. All prospective employees and current employees must therefore consent to and pass background checks prior to any final appointment/employment.
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
