Executive Director for Emerging Graduate Initiatives

Executive Director for Emerging Graduate Initiatives

Montana Technological University provides a comprehensive benefits package for all eligible positions that includes health, dental and vision insurance, mandatory retirement plan with employer contribution, partial tuition waiver, and a wellness program.

Applications received by July 10, 2024 will be guaranteed full review and consideration. Applications received after that date may be considered until an adequate applicant pool has been established.

Duties:

• Oversee four parallel project teams to create or adapt advanced engineering content in four disciplines related to geological, mining, mineral processing, environmental, and metallurgical engineering.
• Deliver four 10-credit certificates to external sponsors, aligned with departmental standards for technical content and national best practices for asynchronous online delivery.
• Authority for budget management and content delivery.
• Interface with multiple stakeholders, including engineering departments, external sponsors, research office, graduate school, and external advisory board.
• Build partnerships with external entities to establish a pipeline for recruitment and long-term financial sustainability of the program.

• BS degree in STEM discipline.
• Teaching experience, in higher education or professional training or workshop setting.
• Experience in writing oral or written reports.
• Experience or formal training in project management.
• Management of grants or projects in excess of $100,000.
• 4+ years of experience managing diverse, multi-stakeholder teams towards specific deliverables.

• PhD degree in STEM discipline.
• BS, MS, or PhD related to extractive engineering (e.g. mining, geological, metallurgical, materials, environmental, or related field).
• Experience teaching STEM courses in a University setting or training modules in an industrial setting.
• 8+ years of experience managing diverse, multi-stakeholder teams.
• Demonstrated experience teaching online STEM courses using national best practices for online asynchronous learning.
• Demonstrated implementation strategies by which to meet the needs of adult and non-traditional remote learners.
• Experience as a department manager leading teams of engineers.
• Demonstrated experience in managing $1M+ projects.

• Some travel to recruiting events will be required.

• Cover letter addressing qualifications.
• Resume.
• Contact information for 3 professional references.

Any offer of employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal background check.

Montana Tech 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 Tech 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.

To claim veteran’s preference please complete the employment (veteran’s) preference form located on the employment page and email to You must include the job title of the position in which you are applying.

To request an accommodation for the application or interview, please contact Cathy Isakson 406-496-4380;

Why Work at Tech?

Help meet the changing needs of society by providing a transformative student experience by helping develop leaders for tomorrow by advancing science, engineering and technology.

In addition, Montana Tech offers an attractive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with low deductibles and comprehensive coverage.
• Generous employer contribution toward monthly health care benefits worth $6.08 per hour.
• 5.9% retirement employer contribution for eligible employees.
• 11 Holidays per year.
• 3 weeks of Annual Leave to start.
• Generous sick leave policy that can be used for sick children, doctor and dentist appointments as well as bereavement.
• 6 credits of coursework free per year (fees not included).
• Life and Disability Insurance.
• Reduced tuition for dependents after 4 months of employment for eligible employees.
• Employee Assistance and a Wellness Program.
• Optional Retirement Plan for eligible employees.
• Possible remote work days with supervisor approval and eligible positions.

Benefits are dependent on position type and terms and conditions of eligibility.

Montana Technological University, Butte Montana, is nestled in the Heart of the Rocky Mountains along the Continental Divide, where I-15 and I-90 intersect. We are home to the largest National Historic District in the country. Montana Tech is a special focus institution with a reputation for excellence and value. Montana Tech is ranked #1 in the nation by CollegeNET.