Director of Consulting Initiatives

Date posted: March 3, 2026Pay: $60,000.00 - $80,000.00 per yearJob description:Director of Consulting InitiativesSummary of Position:The Director of Consulting Initiatives provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the Zeigler Business Consulting program within the Zeigler College of Business (ZCOB).This position is responsible for generating external partnerships, securing consulting engagements, expanding workforce credential programming, and creating high-impact experiential learning opportunities for students across the Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield campuses.Assigned to the Dean of the Zeigler College of Business, the director reports to the Executive Director of the Bloomsburg University Foundation.Primary Duties and ResponsibilitiesBusiness Development & Consulting· Develop, secure, and manage external consulting engagements utilizing faculty and student expertise.· Build and maintain strong relationships with regional chambers, economic development agencies, alumni, and business leaders.· Align consulting initiatives with experiential learning and applied research opportunities.· Identify new revenue-generating opportunities and recommend growth strategies to the Dean.· Track and report program outcomes, impact, and financial performance.Collaboration with CU Workforce Learning Programs· Collaborate with Workforce Development and PASSHE partners to identify workforce skill gaps.· Lead development and implementation of non-credit, stackable credentials aligned with regional business needs.· Support faculty-driven curriculum development for adult learners and small businesses.· Expand workforce programming as a sustainable revenue stream.Strategic Planning & Program Management· Develop and execute a multi-year strategic plan with measurable goals and performance metrics.· Oversee marketing and outreach efforts to increase internal and external visibility.· Prepare annual reports, presentations, and impact summaries for stakeholders.· Ensure effective budget management and resource allocation.QualificationsRequired:· Bachelor’s degree in business or related field from an accredited institution.· Minimum five years of leadership experience in business, consulting, workforce development, or program management.· Demonstrated success in business development and partnership cultivation.Preferred:· Master’s degree.· Experience in higher education or economic development environments.Knowledge, Skills & Abilities· Strong relationship-building and external engagement skills.· Strategic planning and operational management experience.· Financial acumen and ability to manage budgets.· Ability to translate business research into applied solutions.· Excellent written and oral communication skills.· Ability to work collaboratively across diverse constituencies.· Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.· Proficiency with technology and data reporting tools.Physical Conditions· Primarily office-based with regional travel required.· Occasional evening and weekend commitments.· Ability to manage deadlines and multiple concurrent initiatives.Benefits:Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planExperience:leadership, business, consulting: 5 years (Required)Work Location: In personRequired DocumentsResumeCover Letter