Senior Director, Schulze School of Entrepreneurship

OVERVIEW

The University of St. Thomas invites qualified candidates to apply for a Senior Director, Schulze School of Entrepreneurship position within the Opus College of Business.

 

Although the position is anchored on the Minneapolis campus and requires regular activity on the St. Paul campus, the Senior Director, Schulze School of Entrepreneurship will frequently conduct work at various off-campus locations to meet with external partners. Accordingly, the role incorporates a flexible work environment but is not designated as a traditional remote or work-from-home position.

 

The University of St. Thomas embraces belonging and equal opportunity for all. Our convictions of dignity, diversity and personal attention call us to embody and champion an inclusive environment.  The University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer (EEO).  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, status as a protected veteran, or other protected characteristic.  This commitment to inclusion and equal opportunity is consistent with our mission: Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.  A successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission.

 

JOIN OUR COMMUNITY

The University of St. Thomas offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program, which includes:

• Tuition Remission for employees, spouses, and dependents
• Generous Retirement Contributions to support your future
• Comprehensive Health Coverage including medical, dental, and vision
• Fully Paid Insurance: disability, life, and AD&D
• Paid Parental Leave to support growing families

Salary Range: $86,200 to $127,385

 

The University of St. Thomas has provided a salary range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The specific salary offered will be determined based on factors such as the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

 

JOB SUMMARY

The Senior Director provides visionary leadership and strategic direction for the Schulze School of Entrepreneurship within the Opus College of Business. Reporting to the Associate Dean, the Senior Director translates vision into strategy and institutional impact - driving initiatives that advance entrepreneurial thinking, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration across the University of St. Thomas and throughout the broader business and innovation ecosystem.

 

This role advances the Schulze School’s strategic priorities by aligning people, programs, and partnerships to deliver measurable results. The Senior Director cultivates high-impact relationships with alumni, corporate partners, and foundations; champions collaboration across colleges and departments; and ensures the Schulze School’s continued recognition as a national leader in entrepreneurship education and innovation.

 

The Senior Director oversees a dynamic portfolio of programs, initiatives, and partnerships, ensuring alignment with school, college and institutional goals. Serving as a key representative of the Schulze School, this position leads brand and sponsorship strategies, strengthens philanthropic and industry partnerships, and amplifies the school’s visibility and reputation across campus and nationally. Success in this role demands strategic foresight, cross-functional influence, and entrepreneurial leadership to expand the Schulze School’s reach, reputation, and measurable impact.

 

Some local and national travel required (5-10 % annually).

 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Strategic Leadership and Institutional Alignment (30%)·  Lead the development and execution of strategies that translate the Schulze School’s vision into measurable institutional outcomes.

·  Direct a diverse portfolio of programs, partnerships and initiatives, applying strategies that maximize institutional impact and alignment with Schulze School and university priorities.

·  Drive initiatives that position the Schulze School as a national leader in entrepreneurship education, innovation, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

·  Shape long-term goals, partnerships, and performance metrics that advance university and college priorities.

·  Inspire and empower staff, faculty,