Director of Learning Partnerships and Contracts (4241

Director of Learning Partnerships and Contracts

Working Position Title
- Director of Learning Partnerships and Contracts

Classification
- Director

Position Number -

Employee Class
- Staff

Full-Time/Part Time
- Full-Time

FTE - 1.00

Position Status
- Regular

FLSA
- Exempt

Job code - 1330

SPS
04

Union Representation
- Non-Union

Union Code - N/A

Unit/Department
- College of Education

College/Unit
- College of Education Dean

Division
- Academic Division

Location - GH 321

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Overview
- With approximately 16,000 students, Northern Illinois University (NIU) is one of the largest public universities in the state of Illinois. NIU strives to improve outcomes for all students by identifying and removing barriers that disproportionately hinder the academic achievement and student experience of historically and currently underserved populations. As the direct descendant of NIU's origin as the Northern Illinois State Normal School opened to prepare teachers, the College of Education continues that legacy as the state's second largest producer of teachers.

Students prepare for, or advance in, professional careers across the P-20 educational spectrum as teachers and administrators and in fields such as counseling, higher education, student affairs, exercise science, athletic training and sport management. We cultivate an equity-focused, inclusive, engaging and supportive learning environment that inspires students, faculty and staff to strive for excellence. We commit to proactively meeting the changing educational and professional needs of students and their fields while advancing teaching, learning, research, practice and advocacy in our program areas.

NIU's geographical reach extends beyond its main DeKalb campus (65 miles west of downtown Chicago, 60 miles from the O'Hare International Airport, and 40 miles west of Naperville – a booming community with one of the best school systems in the nation) to satellite campuses in Naperville, Chicago and abroad as well as to students online.

Position Summary
- The Director of Partnerships and Contracts provides strategic leadership for developing, managing, and expanding contract-based educational programs and partnerships that advance the mission, impact, and financial sustainability of the College of Education. The Assoc. Director serves as the College's primary liaison to external organizations and internal university partners, identifying and securing opportunities for credit and noncredit programs, grants, and customized educational initiatives at the regional, national, and global levels.

The Director oversees the full lifecycle of contracted programs, from opportunity identification and partnership development through implementation, fiscal management, and quality assurance, while ensuring compliance with College, University, and State of Illinois policies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Program Execution and Contract Management Directing and overseeing the operational implementation of all contracted credit and noncredit programs, including courses, institutes, conferences, events, and customized learning initiatives Providing strategic direction, supervision, and performance management for staff supporting program delivery, operations, and administrative functions Ensuring high-quality program execution through continuous quality assurance, responsiveness to partner needs, and alignment with contractual obligations Developing, monitoring, and managing budgets for all cost-recovery contract programs and activities to ensure fiscal accountability and financial sustainability Leading with a strong customer service orientation to support positive partner experiences and repeat engagements Overseeing the management, integrity, and accuracy of program databases, reporting systems, and electronic file records Ensuring compliance with College, University, University Outreach, and State of Illinois policies, procedures, and reporting requirements Identifying operational risks and proactively coordinating with appropriate university offices to resolve challenges…