Regional STEM Network Director – Michigan

Michigan Association of School Boards; Houghton (MI); On-site; USD 77,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation and sick leave

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Copper Country Intermediate School District seeks a Regional Director for the State of Michigan MiSTEM Network. Based in Hancock, MI, this full-time role leads STEM initiatives across Region 16 (Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Keweenaw, Ontonagon) and collaborates with schools, industry, and community partners.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, partnership development, and program evaluation to advance STEM education regionally and statewide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of relevant STEM experience required.
• 2+ years of project or program management experience required.
• Experience connecting education with business, industry, philanthropic organizations, or community programs to support learning opportunities.
• Demonstrated experience developing funding, combining resources, and following ethical procurement practices.
• Strong leadership skills, including experience building partnerships, managing networks, and bringing diverse stakeholders together toward common goals.
• Proven ability to develop, organize, and lead meaningful STEM education or workforce/talent development programs.
• Ability to collect, interpret, and use data to guide decisions, measure outcomes, and improve programs.
• Understanding of regional needs and stakeholders, with the ability to navigate changing state policies and priorities.
• Strong communication, problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills, along with the ability to work effectively with people from different backgrounds.

Responsibilities

• Lead Regional STEM Strategy. Develop and carry out regional goals and initiatives aligned with the statewide MiSTEM strategic plan, vision, and STEM strategy.
• Build Partnerships. Connect schools, businesses, industries, community organizations, and government leaders to expand STEM learning and career opportunities.
• Lead the Regional Advisory Board. Build and guide a representative group of regional stakeholders to establish priorities, coordinate resources, and turn plans into action.
• Connect Education and Industry. Collaborate with CCISD and Gogebic-Ontonagon ISD leadership, educational staff, and community partners to develop opportunities for students and educators.
• Manage Funding and Resources. Pursue state, federal, corporate, and philanthropic funding while overseeing budgets, grants, agreements, contracts, and responsible use of resources.
• Measure Progress. Gather and evaluate regional needs, program results, and other data to guide decisions, track progress, and improve STEM initiatives.
• Represent the Region. Work with policymakers, state MiSTEM leadership, other regional directors, and advisory councils to advance regional priorities and statewide initiatives.
• Promote STEM Opportunities. Lead regional communications and outreach efforts that share successful programs, resources, and opportunities across the region and state.

Skills

Leadership

Partnership building

Project management

Data analysis

Communication

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

The Copper Country Intermediate School District seeks a Regional Director for the State of Michigan MiSTEM Network. Based in Hancock, MI, this full-time role leads STEM initiatives across Region 16 (Baraga, Gogebic, Houghton, Keweenaw, Ontonagon) and collaborates with schools, industry, and community partners.

The position emphasizes strategic leadership, partnership development, and program evaluation to advance STEM education regionally and statewide.