UCLA · 6 hours ago
Executive Education Director
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$86K/yr - $185K/yr
5+ years expUCLA is a prestigious institution known for its commitment to legal education and public service. The Executive Education Director will lead the newly launched Executive Education Program, focusing on program development, strategic partnerships, and financial sustainability to enhance the school's reputation and drive revenue growth.
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Responsibilities
Develop and expand Executive Education programs by identifying market needs, collaborating with faculty, and implementing innovative courses and initiatives
Lead strategic partnerships and outreach efforts to engage legal professionals, corporations, and industry leaders, enhancing program visibility and impact
Oversee program management and operations, ensuring seamless execution, faculty coordination, and compliance with university policies
Manage financial planning and budget oversight, optimizing revenue streams, tracking expenditures, and securing external funding opportunities
Supervise certificate and specialization programs, advising participants, tracking progress, and ensuring high-quality educational offerings
Direct communications, branding, and promotional strategies through digital platforms, industry events, and media engagement to strengthen the program's reputation
Supervise staff
Qualification
Required
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to communicate effectively with all levels of staff, faculty, students, and the public, both verbally and in writing
Ability to use discretion and maintain confidentiality
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively. Must be able to form strong relationships and partnerships across the school and with outside organizations
Advanced interpersonal skills, including verbal and written communication, active listening, critical thinking, persuasiveness, advising, and counseling skills
Advanced knowledge of administrative operational activities, including program management, human resources management, and budgeting
Advance short- and long-term strategic planning, analysis, problem-solving, and customer service skills
Ability to multi-task with demanding timeframes
Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to build rapport with all levels of faculty, staff, and program participants
Five years of work experience in at least one of the following industries: Lawyer, Human Resources, Compliance, Entertainment, or Business
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and experience / training
Occasional attendance at offsite conferences and meetings
Evening and/or weekend work as needed
Incumbent will be required to work at UCLA's campus two to three times per week or additional days as needed
Preferred
Management 2-3 years managing staff experience
Advanced knowledge of Law Academic Programs in a higher education environment
Knowledgeable about the use of CRM's
Master's Degree In legal studies or business administration or equivalent experience or training
Juris Doctor (JD) Degree
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Company
UCLA
UCLA offers a combination that’s rare, especially among public research universities.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2024 (223)
2023 (226)
2022 (182)
2021 (164)
2020 (172)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$157.89MKey Investors
California Institute for Regenerative MedicineUS Department of EnergyDepartment of Cannabis Control
2025-01-30Grant· $29.14M
2023-08-14Grant
2023-04-25Grant· $2M
Leadership Team
James Puffer
Professor Emeritus
Jenny Lester
Clinical Trials Director
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