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Associate Director/Biological Station Operations-January 2024
Mount Pleasant
Jan 31, 2025
About Associate Director/Biological Station Operations

  Associate Director/Biological Station Operations

   

  Position Number: S-3198

   

  Type of Recruitment: External

   

  Position Summary:

   

  The Associate Director of Biological Station Operations reports to the Dean of the College of Science and Engineering (CSE) and administers all aspects of marketing, public relations, operations, and budgeting for the CMU Biological Station (CMUBS) on Beaver Island. The associate director works closely with the CMUBS Director to enable the research and education mission of the station while identifying and engaging external partners. The associate director manages the CMUBS budget in coordination with the CSE Dean's office, and works with external vendors and contractors, and other CMU units as needed to maintain and upgrade the physical plant. The associate director also assists the CSE Dean, CMUBS Director, and CMU Advancement staff in obtaining financial support for CMUBS from individuals, corporations, and foundations.

   

  Responsible for daily on-site operations of CMUBS during the summer season (April through September), including providing logistical support for classes, conferences, events, and the residential research experiences for faculty and staff while acting as a liaison between CMUBS and Beaver Island Community. During the off-season (October through March), responsible for planning the next field season, including budgeting, event marketing and planning, scheduling, ordering supplies, hiring and coordinating staff.

   

  Required Qualifications:

   

  Bachelor's degree and two years' experience related to marketing, public relations, business administration and/or finance or equivalent combination of education and experience.

  Experience in budgeting and finance.

  Must reside on Beaver Island in the months of April through September (housing provided at CMUBS).

  Ability to communicate effectively and maintain positive interpersonal relationships with donors, students, staff, faculty, and the public including the Beaver Island community.

  Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

  Self-motivated and able to initiate and complete tasks independently.

  Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Excel, Word, and online applications.

  Must possess, or be eligible to obtain, a valid driver's license.

  Ability to meet travel requirements from CMU to CMUBS, including air, ferry, and vehicle travel.

  Must be willing to work evening and/or weekend hours, as necessary.

   

  Preferred Qualifications:

   

  Master's degree, preferably in business administration or related field.

  Experience working at a biological field station.

  Experience working with faculty, staff, and students across multiple disciplines.

  Demonstrated experience in an administrative capacity managing a complex operation.

  Experience in fundraising, sales, customer service or alumni/donor relations with demonstrated successful outcomes.

  Experience in student recruitment.

   

  Duties & Responsibilities:

   

  Oversees CMUBS program resources, budget planning, and in coordination with CSE Dean's office monitors seasonal expenditures and commitments.

  Responsible for all daily operations of the CMU Biological Station during the active season of April -- September.

  Responsible for necessary and appropriate actions to ensure the health and safety of CMUBS users, verifies users' compliance with safety training, including reporting all safety hazards and maintenance concerns, as well as responding to all emergency situations.

  Supervises all non-scientific staff working at the station during the season who provide support for food service, housekeeping, and general assist

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