Director, Education Programs

National Strategic Research Institute; Omaha (NE); In loco; USD 149.000 - 182.000; Tempo pieno

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Health

Dental

Vision

Employer-paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Life Insurance — Employee,Sp

AD&D

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer2

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Professional Development and Training

Descrizione del lavoro

The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) in Omaha, NE, seeks a Director of Education Programs to oversee NSRI’s education function, drive student talent development, and connect K-12 and university students with national security research and careers.

As the senior leader for education, you will set strategy, manage staff and resources, and cultivate external partnerships across academia, government, and industry to expand education initiatives and funding opportunities.

Competenze

• Master’s degree in education or related field.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible education/administration experience, including at least 7 years in leadership roles.
• Experience creating or expanding complex education initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to translate broad objectives into measurable initiatives.
• Strong capability in building relationships with senior leaders and external organizations.
• Experience obtaining or managing grants, partnerships, or philanthropic support.
• Experience directing staff and cross‑functional teams toward shared objectives.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Mansioni

• Set vision and multi-year direction for NSRI’s education function.
• Maintain accountability for education portfolio, including quality, staffing, and funding.
• Build and scale initiatives expanding access to national security education opportunities.
• Supervise education staff and determine future staffing needs.
• Guide creation of educational content translating complex subjects for diverse audiences.
• Establish a sustainable student talent pipeline from early engagement to career pathways.
• Cultivate partnerships with K-12, higher ed, government, and industry.
• Serve as NSRI’s senior education representative for outreach and partnerships.
• Define funding approaches and pursue external resources.

Conoscenze

Leadership

Relationship building

Communication

Grants management

Program development

Strategic planning

Security clearance

Public speaking

Formazione

Master’s degree in education or related field

Doctoral degree in Education or related field

Descrizione del lavoro

Director of Education Programs

Job Title: Director of Education Programs

Salary Range:Starting at $165,000 per year, commensurate with credentials and experience

Schedule: Full-time

Location: Omaha, Nebraska

Supervisor: Chief of Staff

Position Summary

The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) at the University of Nebraska is seeking applications for a Director of Education Programs to oversee NSRI’s education function and student talent-development initiatives.

The Director sets the direction, priorities, and long-term approach for education programs that connect K-12 and university students with national security research, learning, and career opportunities. This position will build a sustainable education portfolio aligned with NSRI’s mission while expanding opportunities for students to enter national security-related academic and professional pathways.

As the senior leader for the education function, the Director has overall accountability for program design and delivery, staff and resources, external partnerships, funding, performance, and growth. The position will guide assigned education staff and bring together NSRI researchers, educational institutions, government organizations, industry, and other partners to advance education initiatives.

A key responsibility is establishing a scalable student talent pipeline that begins with early engagement and progresses through learning, mentorship, academic opportunities, and pathways into national security careers.

The Director will also serve as NSRI’s principal education representative, cultivating relationships with school systems, higher-education institutions, government organizations, industry, community organizations, funding partners, and other stakeholders whose participation is important to the success and expansion of the education mission.

Position Funding

This position supports a new NSRI education initiative currently in development. Recruitment may proceed while we finalize program funding and implementation plans. Any employment offer will be contingent on confirmation of sufficient funding and final authorization to proceed with the program.

Priority Consideration

In alignment with our commitment to staff development and internal mobility, current NSRI employees will be given priority consideration for this vacancy, provided they meet the minimum qualifications. Internal candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Set the vision, priorities, and multi-year direction for NSRI’s education function in alignment with organizational priorities and national security talent needs.
• Maintain overall accountability for the education portfolio, including quality, execution, staffing and resource needs, financial sustainability, and results.
• Build and scale education initiatives that expand student access to national security research, technology, learning, and career opportunities.
• Supervise assigned education staff, establish performance expectations, and determine future staffing and capability needs as the function evolves.
• Guide the creation of educational content and learning experiences that translate complex national security subjects into age- and audience-appropriate programming.
• Establish and oversee a “Recruit, Train, Retain” student pathway connecting early engagement with continued academic and career-development opportunities.
• Cultivate partnerships with K-12 systems, colleges and universities, government organizations, industry, community groups, and other institutions that can extend the reach and effectiveness of NSRI’s education efforts.
• Serve as NSRI’s senior representative for education-related outreach and partnerships, engaging with senior leaders across education, government, academia, industry, and the community.
• Establish a sustainable funding approach for the education portfolio and pursue appropriate federal, state, philanthropic, institutional, and other external resources.
• Define meaningful measures of success and assess program reach, effectiveness, student outcomes, partnership value, and progress toward organizational objectives.
• Evaluate opportunities for additional programs, partnerships, audiences, and delivery models and recommend investments based on mission alignment, impact, and available resources.
• Connect NSRI researchers and technical experts with education initiatives so students gain meaningful exposure to national security research, technologies, and mission areas.
• Coordinate across NSRI functions to ensure education efforts are appropriately planned, supported, communicated, and executed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or a related field.
• 15+ years of progressively responsible experience in education, educational administration, academic programming, or a related field, including at least 7 years in significant program, administrative, or organizational leadership roles.
• Record of successfully creating, managing, or expanding complex education initiatives involving multiple stakeholders or institutions.
• Experience setting organizational or program direction and converting broad objectives into effective initiatives and measurable results.
• Strong capability in building productive relationships with senior leaders, external organizations, and diverse stakeholder groups.
• Experience obtaining, managing, or helping secure grants, partnerships, philanthropic support, or other external resources.
• Success directing staff, teams, partners, or cross-functional contributors toward shared objectives.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government security clearance.

Desired Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Education or a related field.
• Senior administrative or organizational leadership experience within K-12 education, higher education, or a comparable educational environment.
• Background creating or expanding STEM, career-connected learning, student-development, or similar education initiatives.
• Knowledge of approaches that connect students with academic, experiential, and professional pathways.
• Experience working across institutional or organizational boundaries to accomplish shared objectives.
• Familiarity with the Department of Defense, national security sector, federal agencies, or government-sponsored programs.
• Broad knowledge of education systems and the ability to establish effective relationships across schools, higher education, government, industry, and community organizations.
• Familiarity with federal, state, philanthropic, and private grant development and management.

Benefits

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Life Insurance — Employee, Spouse, and Child(ren)
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities

About NSRI

The National Strategic Research Institute (NSRI) is a DoD-designated University Affiliated Research Center (UARC) affiliated with the University of Nebraska. NSRI provides innovative research and development and technical expertise in support of national security. UARCs operate as long-term strategic partners with the federal government, performing essential work in support of critical national security missions.

This position represents an opportunity to shape education initiatives that connect students and educational institutions with national security research, learning, and career pathways while contributing to the nation’s long-term talent needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NSRI is an equal opportunity employer and federal contractor. We comply with all applicable laws regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action in employment.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.