Trinidad Executive Director Emergent Campus

Schedule:

Generally available during the standard workweek/workday; approximately 40 hours per week

Work Arrangement:
On-site at Emergent Campus Trinidad with travel as necessary

Initial Period:
September 1, 2026 – January 31, 2027

Compensation: $ 47,812.50 for the initia l contract period

About Emergent Campus

Emergent Campus is a rural workforce and innovation hub focused on connecting education, industry, entrepreneurship, and community to create economic opportunity across Southern Colorado. Through workforce development, business attraction and support, industry partnerships, educational pathways, and regional collaboration, Emergent Campus works to strengthen local economies and create opportunities for individuals and businesses to thrive in rural communities.

Position Overview

Emergent Campus is seeking an Executive Director to lead its Trinidad location and serve as a key leader in the continued development of the campus and its role within the Southern Colorado region.

The Executive Director is responsible for the overall operations, business engagement, educational partnerships, tenant relationships, facility management, programming, and community collaboration of Emergent Campus Trinidad.

This position will ensure the facility is well-maintained and effectively utilized by managing tenant relationships and leases, engaging with local and state businesses to increase space utilization and business opportunities, and collaborating with coalition partners to further develop the project. The Executive Director will also play a significant role in developing advanced manufacturing pathways , strengthening connections between education and industry, implementing Emergent Campus programming, and promoting the campus regionally and statewide.

Key Responsibilities

Campus Leadership, Facility Maintenance & Space Management

Provide day-to-day leadership and oversight of the Emergent Campus Trinidad location.

Oversee maintenance of the facility to ensure all areas are operational and meet appropriate safety standards.

Coordinate regular facility inspections.

Manage repairs, upgrades, maintenance activities, and other facility needs to preserve the quality and functionality of the campus.

Develop and implement strategies to optimize campus space usage.

Ensure campus spaces effectively meet the needs of tenants, partners, programming, and the broader community.

Identify opportunities to increase utilization of available campus space .

Lease Management & Tenant Relations

Manage lease agreements with campus tenants, ensuring that terms are met and agreements are beneficial to both parties.

Serve as the primary point of contact for tenant questions, concerns, and needs.

Facilitate effective communication between Emergent Campus and its tenants.

Resolve tenant issues promptly and professionally to maintain high tenant satisfaction.

Develop positive, productive relationships with current tenants.

Monitor relevant market trends and adjust leasing and space-utilization strategies to remain competitive and attractive to prospective renters.

Support recruitment and onboarding of new tenants and businesses to the campus.

Business Engagement & Development

Actively engage with local and state businesses to promote Emergent Campus as a prime location for enterprise, innovation, and economic development.

Identify opportunities to attract new businesses, tenants, partners, and economic activity to the Trinidad campus.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with business leaders, state agencies, economic development organizations, industry representatives, and other key stakeholders.

Work to secure commitments and expand the campus's business network.

Represent Emergent Campus at relevant meetings, conferences, community…