Job Description

Position Information
Announcement Number STAFF - VA - 26162
For questions regarding this position, please contact:
Steve Swinford at swinford@montana.edu or 406-994-2828
Classification Title Program Mgr
Working Title Director - Leadership Institute
Brief Position Overview
The Director, under the supervision of the Senior Access Officer, oversees the development, coordination, and execution of a comprehensive strategy for programs, events, and student engagement within the Leadership Institute.
Position Number 4M0331
Department Division of Student Success
Division Division of Student Success
Appointment Type Classified
Contract Term Fiscal Year
Semester
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FLSA Exempt
Union Affiliation Exempt from Collective Bargaining
FTE 1.0
Benefits Eligible Eligible
Salary $30.485 per hour, commensurate with experience, education, and qualifications
Contract Type Classified Salary
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Recruitment Type Open
Position Details
General Statement
Established in 1997 by the Associated Students of Montana State University, the MSU Leadership Institute is dedicated to offering students leadership opportunities, professional development, guidance, and networking resources. Serving to develop students' innate leadership abilities, communication skills, and creativity, the Institute empowers individuals to excel in their future academic and professional pursuits.
The MSU Leadership Institute is committed to advancing Montana's future by preparing citizens by fostering student participation and encouraging critical reflection on current and future leadership roles. Through translating innovative ideas into tangible actions, the Institute cultivates an environment conducive to nurturing student leadership initiatives.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Director, under the supervision of the Senior Access Officer, oversees the development, coordination, and execution of a comprehensive strategy for programs, events, and student engagement within the Leadership Institute.
This includes but is not limited to:

• Oversight of unit operations, budget, personnel, and related administrative functions.
• Create and maintain working relationships with campus entities.
• Provide direction and leadership through the collaborative development of leadership programming at Montana State University.
• Prepare students and staff to be innovative leaders in a diverse global society.
• Work directly with the Associated Students of Montana State University to support their training, development, and leadership initiatives.
• Serve on the advisor team for the Associated Students of Montana State University.
• Design and supervise leadership experiences for students affiliated with the Leadership Institute with university and community partners.

Required Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills * Master's degree or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

• Demonstrated success in supervising staff and students through utilization of strong leadership and management skills.
• Demonstrated competence in oversight of budgeting/accounting processes as well as interpreting financial information.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating and implementing projects, goals, and initiatives.
• Demonstrated ability to develop student-centered leadership programming.

Preferred Qualifications - Experience, Education, Knowledge & Skills * Possess an understanding and knowledge of MSU organizational structure, policies and procedures.

• Demonstrated experience with program assessment.
• Demonstrated experience developing and coordinating events, workshops and trainings.

The Successful Candidate Will

• Provide evidence of strong decision-making skills and initiative; being a team player; modeling exemplary leadership behaviors, written and oral communication, presentation and interpersonal skills; and possessing personal energy, integrity, and vision.
• Possess ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with a diverse population within the department, the university, outside agencies, and student organizations.
• Maintain effective attention to detail, accuracy, meeting deadlines, multi-tasking, and prioritizing competing demands.
• Possess the clear ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Demonstrate a willingness and ability to work special events during some evening and weekend hours.

Position Special Requirements/Additional Information
This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts Montana State University's rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.
Physical Demands
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
This position has supervisory duties? Yes
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 1
Desired Start Date Upon completion of successful search
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date
Close Date
Applications will be:
Screening of applications will begin on October 28, 2025; however, applications will continue to be accepted until an adequate applicant pool has been established.
Special Instructions
EEO Statement
Montana State University is an equal opportunity employer. MSU does not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, political ideas, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, national origin, physical or mental disability, or any other protected class status in violation of any applicable law.
In compliance with the Montana Veteran's Employment Preference Act, MSU provides preference in employment to veterans, disabled veterans, and certain eligible relatives of veterans. To claim veteran's preference, please complete the veteran's preference information located in the Demographics section of your profile.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents * Resume

• Cover Letter

Optional Documents

Skills Required