Executive Director, Center for Rural Engagement

Job Summary

Essential Functions

Lead with Purpose

• Evaluate program outcomes
• Oversee operations, budgeting, staffing, and development initiatives
• Ensure long-term sustainability and program excellence

Strengthen Community Partnerships

• Build lasting relationships with local governments, nonprofits, regional organizations, and business leaders

Grow Educational Impact

• Expand experiential learning opportunities—internships, service-learning, and research assistantships
• Immerse Pitt-Bradford students in rural engagement

Advance Community-Engaged Research

• Guide and disseminate research that tackles challenges and unlocks new opportunities for rural communities

Qualifications

• At least seven years of progressive leadership experience in higher education, research, community organizations, or related fields
• Expertise in rural studies, public policy, sociology, public health, economic development, regional planning, or similar disciplines (master’s degree preferred)
• Demonstrated success building cross-sector partnerships and engaging diverse stakeholders
• Outstanding communication, analytical, and strategic planning skills
• A commitment to elevating rural voices and strengthening rural futures through innovation, collaboration, and research-informed practice

Pay

$64,000 - $86,000

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.; nights and weekends as needed