Director, Executive Education

Reporting to the Dean of the College of Business and Economics, the Director of Executive Education is responsible for the overall strategic direction of the Energy Executive Course and other executive development programs. The Director partners with industry Executives who serve as the governing Board for the programs. The Director serves as the key university liaison in developing and fostering critical industry relationships, including identifying, recruiting and directing industry advisory boards.

The Director is responsible for the overall success of the department, including execution of strategic initiatives, budgetary oversight, and management of a team.

• Five years of experience leading cross-functional teams
• Experience building and maintaining professional relationships to support collaboration across internal and external partnerships
• Demonstrated ability to build professional partnerships and maintain collaboration to achieve shared goals
• Demonstrated competence leading teams to deliver projects on time, within scope, and on budget
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Master’s degree in business, communication, education, engineering or related field, or JD from an accredited university

• Ability to travel
• Ability to work non-standard business hours including weekends and holidays
• Must have a valid driver’s license and ability to meet U of I driving requirements

• PhD or terminal degree in business, energy, engineering, economics, or education
• Experience:
  • Working or collaborating in higher education
  • Demonstrated leadership of teams without direct supervisory oversight
  • Demonstrated skills in negotiation and conflict resolution
  • With grant writing, surveys, data collection, and data analysis
  • Technical knowledge and skills related to energy and utilities
  • Energy industry experience
  • Non-profit board leadership experience

• None

Degree Requirement Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

Posting Information

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Employee Category

Employee Category Exempt

Pay Range

Pay Range $130,000 or higher depending on education and experience

Type of Appointment

Type of Appointment Fiscal Year

FTE

1

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time/Part Time Full Time

Funding

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy.

• Please address how you meet the required and applicable preferred qualifications within your application letter.
• Applications submitted on or before November 13, 2025 will receive first consideration.

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

• Resume/CV
• Letter of Qualification

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