Executive Director - Arkansas Economic Development Institute

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Type of Position:

Management - Academic Affairs

Workstudy Position:

No

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas at Little Rock

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock's thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state's growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.

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Department:

College of Business, Health, & Human Services

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Summary of Job Duties:

The University of Arkansas at Little Rock seeks an Executive Director for the Arkansas Economic Development Institute (AEDI), a leading research institute specializing in economic analysis, forecasting, and research. As the official U.S. Census State Data Center for Arkansas, AEDI provides critical demographic and statistical resources to businesses, communities, and policymakers. The Executive Director sets AEDI's strategic direction, drives impact and financial sustainability, and leads the units of Community Economic Development, Economic Research & Data Analysis, the Arkansas Data Center, Geographic Information Systems (GIS), and Emergency Management and Continuity. Reporting directly to the Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost, the Director will be a key member of the Provost's Leadership Team. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.

Qualifications:

Required Education and/or Experience:

• Minimum of a Master’s degree with relevant professional experience;

• Five (5) or more years in an executive-level leadership position;

• Demonstrated effective leadership and management skills;

• Demonstrated ability to run a non-academic unit within a university environment;  

• Proven experience in research, policy development, or public service leadership;

• Strong ability to lead interdisciplinary teams and develop strategic initiatives;

• Demonstrated success in securing and managing funding through grants and contracts;

• Strategic planning implementation and expertise;

• Expertise in data analysis, economic forecasting, and community engagement;

• Experience with university systems and government/state agencies.

Preferred Education and/or Experience:

• Doctorate degree with relevant professional experience;

• Excellent relationship-building skills with government agencies, businesses, and nonprofit organizations.

Job Duties