What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Director position at Front Range Consortium (FRC)?
The Front Range Consortium (FRC) is a partnership of seven premier Colorado universities and colleges—Colorado State University, University of Colorado Boulder, University of Colorado Denver, Colorado College, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, United States Air Force Academy, and the University of Denver. FRC works to position the Front Range as a national leader in advanced solutions to national security challenges. By facilitating collaboration across academia, industry, and defense sectors, the consortium fosters research excellence, workforce development, and innovative problem-solving. FRC is instrumental in driving key defense priorities while cultivating future leaders in national security.
The Deputy Director will play a key leadership role in advancing FRC's strategic goals related to research, education, and partnerships. Responsibilities will include overseeing program development, managing partnerships with academic and industry stakeholders, coordinating initiatives to foster knowledge dissemination, and supporting workforce development efforts in national security. The Deputy Director will also be responsible for organizational administration, funding initiatives, and effective communication of the consortium’s mission. This is a full-time, on-site role located in the Greater Colorado Springs Area.
- Leadership and organizational management skills, with experience overseeing cross-institutional programs and teams.
- Expertise in research development, knowledge dissemination, and fostering collaborations among academic, industry, and defense sectors.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to engage with diverse stakeholders and present complex information effectively.
- Project management and strategic planning experience, with a focus on achieving measurable results in education and workforce development.
- Knowledge of national security priorities and trends, including experience in defense-related research or program administration, is highly desirable.
- Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field, such as public administration, security studies, or a related discipline, is preferred.