Associate Director/Biologial Station Operations
Position Number: S-3198
Type of Recruitment: External
Position Summary: The Associate Director of Biological Station Operations reports to the Dean of the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) and administers all aspects of marketing, public relations, operations, and budgeting for the CMU Biological Station (CMUBS) on Beaver Island. The associate director works closely with the CMUBS Director to enable the research and education mission of the station while identifying and engaging external partners. The associate director manages the CMUBS budget in coordination with the CSE Dean's office, and works with external vendors and contractors, and other CMU units as needed to maintain and upgrade the physical plant. The associate director also assists the CSE Dean, CMUBS Director, and CMU Advancement staff in obtaining financial support for CMUBS from individuals, corporations, and foundations.
Responsible for daily on-site operations of CMUBS during the summer season (April through September), including providing logistical support for classes, conferences, events, and the residential research experiences for faculty and staff while acting as a liaison between CMUBS and Beaver Island Community. During the off-season (October through March), responsible for planning the next field season, including budgeting, event marketing and planning, scheduling, ordering supplies, hiring and coordinating staff.
Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree and two years experience related to marketing, public relations, business administration and/or finance or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience in budgeting and finance.
Must reside on Beaver Island in the months of April through September (housing provided at CMUBS).
Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with donors, students, staff, faculty, and the public including the Beaver Island community.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Self-motivated and able to initiate and complete tasks independently.
Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and online applications.
Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, a valid drivers license.
Ability to meet travel requirements from CMU to CMUBS, including air, ferry, and vehicle travel.
Must be willing to work evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.
Preferred Qualifications: Masters degree, preferably in business administration or related field.
Experience working at a biological field station.
Experience working with faculty, staff, and students across multiple disciplines.
Demonstrated experience in an administrative capacity managing a complex operation.
Experience in fundraising, sales, customer service or alumni/donor relations with demonstrated successful outcomes.
Experience in student recruitment.
Duties & Responsibilities: Oversees CMUBS program resources, budget planning, and in coordination with CSE Deans office monitors seasonal expenditures and commitments.
Responsible for all daily operations of the CMU Biological Station during the active season of April - September.
Responsible for necessary and appropriate actions to ensure the health and safety of CMUBS users, verifies users compliance with safety training, including reporting all safety hazards and maintenance concerns, as well as responding to all emergency situations.
Supervises all non-scientific staff working at the station during the season who provide support for food service, housekeeping, and general assistants; provides orientation and training for staff; deals with all on-site disciplinary action including documentation and reporting.
Serves as an on-site contact for conference and visiting group directors, students, faculty, guests, alumni, donors and university administrators.
Responsible for public relations and advertising of CMUBS programs and facilities; acts as the primary contact for the Beaver Island community.
Partners with CMU and CSE leadership on fundraising efforts for the CMU Biological Station.
Participates in CMU and CSE recruitment efforts on behalf of the CMU Biological Station; coordinates the recruitment of students to CMUBS summer programs; establishes and maintains contacts with regional high schools.
Coordinates conferences, academic course offerings and researcher check-ins and check-outs, and residential unit preparation and cleaning; coordinates orientation for students and guests of CMUBS.
In coordination with CSE Deans office and chairs of academic departments, oversees summer academic course scheduling and enrollment and coordinates instructor schedules.
Tracks and prepares all users charges and billings; serves as liaison to the CSE Deans office regarding user billing.
Manages CMUBS store, including oversight of cash management, ordering and inventory of merchandise.
Coordinates transportation logistics and schedules, and other areas of station operations as assigned.
Manages the CMUBS fleet of vehicles and research vessels.
Acts as the first point of contact and is on call for all logistical operations and emergencies.
Notifies CSE Deans office and CMUBS Director immediately of any problems and issues.
During October through March is responsible for promoting CMUBS programs and prepares for the next active season.
Coordinates CMUBS operations with external vendors, contractors, CMU Facilities Management, other campus units as needed.
Leverages technology including social media platforms and virtual communication tools to support outreach, marketing, and public relations operations.
Supervision Exercised: Supervises the coordinator of CMUBS maintenance, seasonal on-site support staff, and student and temporary employees.
Employee Group: Professional & Administrative -Salary
Staff Pay Level: Pay Range: $55,000 - $70,000
Division: Academic Affairs
Department: College of Science & Engineering
Position Status: Regular
Position End Date: Employment Status: Full Time
FTE: 1.0
Position Type: 12 month
Weekly Work Schedule: M-F 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.; evenings & weekends as required.
Location: Mount Pleasant, MI
Posting Ends: Open Until Filled: Yes
About the Department: About CMU: Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
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