Director, ERTC (AP26-040)

Director, ERTC (AP26-040)

Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for the position of Director, ERTC (AP26-040). As a premier metropolitan university, SIUE is committed to advancing social and economic mobility while shaping the workforce of the future. Grounded in a comprehensive, broad-based education and enriched by hands-on research opportunities, SIUE equips its students with the knowledge and skills needed to succeed in a global marketplace and positively impact their communities.

Employing more than 2,400 faculty and staff members, SIUE is one of the largest employers in the Metropolitan St. Louis area. A study by SIUE School of Business faculty shows the University has a $471 million annual economic impact on the region. Each year, the Universitys presence generates almost 9,000 additional jobs and more than $250 million in labor income for the area.

What You Will Do

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the self-sustained Environmental Resources Training Center (ERTC).
• Develop strategic plans to secure external grants and projects through federal and state funding agencies, operator organizations, and academic institutions.
• Supervise staff, manage external grants and projects, and oversee capital improvements, including funding acquisition, engineering coordination, and contractor management.
• Coordinate, market, and recruit for ERTC training programs and teach pre-service and in-service students both at the center and statewide.
• Establish and enhance curriculum based on industry needs and set program fees accordingly.
• Collaborate with water and wastewater organizations in Illinois and Missouri to provide operator training.
• Serve as liaison to the School of Engineering, state and federal agencies (IEPA, USEPA, Dept. of Public Health, Missouri DNR), and educational institutions.
• Serve as the fiscal officer for the center, ensuring sound financial management and accountability.

FLSA : Exempt

Minimum Acceptable Qualifications

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.