Assistant Director, Community Engagement

The Assistant Director, Community Engagement is a full-time exempt position reporting to the Operations and Strategic Initiatives Director of the Albert Lepage Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation (LCEI). This role is responsible for strengthening LCEI's position as a regional leader by developing innovative programs and fostering community partnerships. The Assistant Director collaborates with Operations and Strategic Initiatives Director and the Executive Director to enhance student and alumni engagement, conducts community outreach, establishes strategic partnerships, and drives awareness of LCEI's programming. Additionally, this role plays a key part in mentorship cultivation, research support, and the development of region-wide programs that connect students to real-world business experiences. The Assistant Director's contributions are essential in advancing LCEI's mission of empowering and supporting the business community.

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor required and at least 5 years' experience working with entrepreneurs, small businesses and/or business communities. OR High school diploma/equivalent and 10 years' experience working with entrepreneurs, small businesses and/or business communities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

MBA or graduate degree in marketing/communications. Minimum 7 years of experience working with entrepreneurs and/or economic development in a partnership development or program management capacity.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY

Demonstrated passion for entrepreneurship and small businesses. Strong interpersonal skills with a proven track record of building mutually beneficial partnerships with diverse stakeholders, including but not limited to, business owners, investors, community organizations, and educational institutions. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and proven ability to represent the organization both internally and externally through speaking engagements. Ability to develop a strategy for effectively engaging with the business community. Successful track record in building programs to support businesses. Deep knowledge and appreciation of entrepreneurial ecosystems, preferably the New Orleans ecosystem. Proficient computer skills and excellent working knowledge of software packages and applications applicable to responsibilities of the position. Tulane University is an equal opportunity educator and employer committed to providing an education and employment environment free of unlawful discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Legally protected demographic classifications (such as a person's race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, shared ancestry, disability, genetics, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws) are not relied upon as an eligibility, selection or participation criteria for Tulane's employment or educational programs or activities. Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing an application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources by phone at 504-865-4748 or by email at hr@tulane.edu .