Assistant Director, Vaughan Institute

The Vaughan Institute Assistant Business Director will focus on the industry and external partners of the University of Iowa’s premier Risk Management and Insurance program, housed within the Vaughan Institute. The work will include recruiting external partners and industry representatives to enhance the educational experience of Vaughan Institute students, ultimately preparing them for success in their field. Additionally, this role will be responsible for the creation and maintenance of external stakeholder data through project management, data management, customer relations platforms. With the anticipated growth of the Institute, the creation of a knowledge library will be integral to the success of the program. This position will work closely with the Vaughan Institute Executive Director to support the quality and growth of the Institute as it becomes a national leader in collegiate Risk Management and Insurance programs. When needed, this position will serve as back up to the Director and the Executive Director of the Vaughan Institute. Responsibilities will require some domestic travel and time outside the 8:00 am to 5:00 pm workday. This position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement.

Job Duties and Tasks

• Assists in the recruitment of new Risk Management and Insurance students for the major and certificate programs.
• Manages external promotion of student success mechanisms (internships, projects, etc.).
• Develops list, assists with recruitment, and manages promotion and participation of student development opportunities (student case competitions, etc.) at the national and regional levels. 
• Work with the Tippie Collegiate Marketing & Communications team to develop materials for the promotion and outreach of the program.
• Coordination of all external activities surrounding the Vaughan Institute’s ecosystem; including correspondence; meeting planning and preparation; and Vaughan Institute-sponsored events. 
• Manage the Vaughan Institute’s internal programming (classroom speakers, project coordination, etc.) and events working closely with the UI Center for Advancement and other strategic partners. Duties include but are not limited to promotion to partner agencies and others in the industry; managing reservations; coordinating catering; recruiting student volunteers; and day-of event management. 
• Ensure that the institute is represented at major national and regional industry conferences (e.g., Iowa Insurance Hall of Fame, Global Insurance Symposium, the Risk Insurance Management Society (RIMS) conference, and others).
• Develop mentorship database of alumni and strategic partnerships to foster student-industry relationships.
• Management of all data collection and ensuring that historic records and transition documents are maintained. 
• Oversight of the purchase of promotional items for both the Institute and the business fraternity following UI policies and procedures.
• Coordinate billing and payments, providing justification and receipts as needed by the Executive Director.
• Supervise and schedule student workers.

Get to know the Tippie College of Business

Since 1847, the Tippie College of Business has cultivated a legacy of innovation, thought leadership, and excellence in business education. We are over 4,700 students with BBA and graduate programs spanning six academic departments—accounting, business analytics, economics, finance, marketing, and management and entrepreneurship. We are eight centers and institutes, and four student-managed endowment funds. We’re over 56,000 alumni—and growing. Tippie is regularly listed in top business school rankings. We also hold the gold standard of accreditations, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and have maintained the accreditation for over 95 years (since 1923).

Salary: $50,000$65,000

This position is eligible for hybrid work within Iowa and will require a work arrangement form to be completed upon the start of your employment. Per policy, work arrangements will be reviewed annually, and must comply with the remote work program and related policies and employee travel policy when working at a remote location.

To obtain the full job description including key areas of responsibility, technical competencies, and desirable qualifications, please contact joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu
 

Education Requirement

• Bachelor’s Degree or the equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in administrative program support, student services, or academic advising.
• Expert level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational ability and ability to work independently.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and be able to adhere to Fleet Services Driving Standards. 

  Desired Qualifications

• A Master’s degree.
• Collegiate student advising or teaching experience.
• Event planning experience.
• Familiarity with financial services/insurance.

Application Details:

In order to be considered for an interview, applicants must upload the following documents and mark them as a “Relevant File” to the submission: 

• Resume
• Cover Letter

Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days and may be removed from posting and filled any time after the original posting period has ended. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check and credential/education verification. Up to 5 professional references will be requested at a later step in the recruitment process. For questions, contact Josh Gulick at joshua-gulick@uiowa.edu.

Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position. Pay Level 4A. Located in Iowa City, Iowa.
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans.
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