MiSTEM Regional Network Director

Wmujobs; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition discount

Job summary

Western Michigan University seeks a dynamic leader to align regional STEM initiatives with MiSTEM strategies and to serve as the regional voice at the state level. You will build strategic partnerships and coordinate with local stakeholders to implement the MiSTEM four pillars, guiding a regional advisory board toward clear objectives.

The role requires engaging diverse partners, managing grants, and reporting outcomes while advancing a shared understanding of STEM across sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• One year’s relevant experience
• Experience with community engagement or community-building.
• Experience bridging education with business and industry.
• Experience working with philanthropic or community programs or similar skillset to actively support opportunities for all learners.
• Ability to coordinate and lead stakeholders towards consensus and action.
• Demonstrated leadership.
• Experience with developing and managing community networks.
• Experience working with a diverse population.
• Knowledge of the region and its stakeholders.
• Ability to travel.
• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Leads the alignment of regional STEM efforts with the statewide MiSTEM vision, strategy, and goals.
• Convenes and engages diverse regional and state stakeholders to build collaborative STEM networks.
• Establishes and guides a MiSTEM Region Advisory Board with inclusive representation and clear regional objectives.
• Facilitates strategic partnerships and initiatives that support the implementation of the statewide STEM strategy.
• Promotes a shared, inclusive understanding of the legislated definition of STEM across sectors.
• Represents the region in discussions with policymakers and state agencies to influence STEM policy and initiatives.
• Pursues, manages, and reports on state and federal grant-supported STEM programs.
• Collects and analyzes data to assess needs, measure impact, and inform decision-making.
• Oversees program development, team supervision, and budget management to ensure effective execution of STEM initiatives.
• Develops innovative collaborations that connect STEM employers with educational programs to align workforce and education goals.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Community engagement

Collaborative networking

Travel required

Education

Bachelor's degree in related field

Job description

Posting Summary

College

College College Of Educ & Human Dvlpmt

Executive Area

Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs

Department

Department College of Educ & Human Dvlpmt

Posting Number

Posting Number S1783P

Job Type

Job Type Full Time, Regular

Pay Type

Pay Grade

Pay Grade I

Campus Location

Campus Location WMU-Grand Rapids - Downtown

Salary Range

Salary Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.

Number of Vacancies

Number of Vacancies 1

General Summary

Leads and aligns regional STEM initiatives with the statewide MiSTEM strategies. Serves as the regional voice at the state level. Builds strategic partnerships and collaborates with local stakeholders to implement the four pillars of the MiSTEM Advisory Council report.

Major Duties

• Leads the alignment of regional STEM efforts with the statewide MiSTEM vision, strategy, and goals.


• Convenes and engages diverse regional and state stakeholders to build collaborative STEM networks.


• Establishes and guides a MiSTEM Region Advisory Board with inclusive representation and clear regional objectives.


• Facilitates strategic partnerships and initiatives that support the implementation of the statewide STEM strategy.


• Promotes a shared, inclusive understanding of the legislated definition of STEM across sectors.


• Represents the region in discussions with policymakers and state agencies to influence STEM policy and initiatives.


• Pursues, manages, and reports on state and federal grant-supported STEM programs.


• Collects and analyzes data to assess needs, measure impact, and inform decision-making.


• Oversees program development, team supervision, and budget management to ensure effective execution of STEM initiatives.


• Develops innovative collaborations that connect STEM employers with educational programs to align workforce and education goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• One year’s relevant experience


• Experience with community engagement or community-building.


• Experience bridging education with business and industry.


• Experience working with philanthropic or community programs or similar skillset to actively support opportunities for all learners.


• Ability to coordinate and lead stakeholders towards consensus and action.


• Demonstrated leadership.


• Experience with developing and managing community networks.


• Experience working with a diverse population.


• Knowledge of the region and its stakeholders.


• Ability to travel.


• Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays.

Additional Position Information

• This is a terminal appointment through 09/30/2027, with the potential to be renewed.


• This position will be located at the Grand Rapids campus.


• Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff.

Physical requirements and working conditions

• Office or other indoor work with minimal physical demands such as occasionally lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds.


• Work is generally performed in a well-lit, temperature-controlled indoor environment with occasional exposure to the outdoors or any number of elements.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do you have a bachelor's degree in a related field from an accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have one year of relevant experience?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have experience with community engagement or community-building?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have experience bridging education with business and industry?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have experience working with philanthropic or community programs or similar skillset to actively support opportunities for all learners?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have the ability to coordinate and lead stakeholders towards consensus and action?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Are you able to show demonstrated leadership?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have experience with developing and managing community networks?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have experience working with diverse populations?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have knowledge of the region and its stakeholders?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have the ability to travel?
  • Yes
  • No


• * Do you have the ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including weekends and holidays?
  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed To Apply

• Required Documents
  
  
  
  • Resume
  
  
  • Cover Letter
  
  
  • List of References
  
  
  
  


• Optional Documents
  
  
  
  • Other
  
  
  
  

WMU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Protected veterans, individuals with disabilities and all other qualified individuals are encouraged to apply.