ICLRLT Executive Director (50340) at New Mexico Highlands University in Las Vegas, NM

Job description

Rooted in a community-based approach, the ICLRLT is developing a Pathways to Equitable and Thriving Communities model that asks three key questions: (1) How do we identify equity research methods and pedagogies? (2) How are we supporting thriving communities? and (3) What are the unique cultural and geographical needs of Northern New Mexico? Central to the model is the translation of research into action. Though not an exhaustive summary, its work includes: Community-Based Research and Social Mobility Equity: Through community-engaged research, the ICLRLT works to address social equity concerns of Heritage, Tribal, Pueblo and Nation rural and rural remote northern New Mexico communities and engage them in the research process towards decolonization and sovereignty. Advocacy and Policy Influence: Through its research and expert storytelling, the ICLRLT will inform public education and health policies, influence decision-makers, and promote the adoption of Pathways to Equitable and Thriving Communities. Communications and Outreach: The ICLRLT is committed to sharing its research with the public. The organization supports a strong communications program for developing educational materials, conducting workshops, training, and working in collaboration with the VP of Communications and media outlets to promote its latest research and successes. In collaboration with the Provost and VPAA this work will offer insights with the potential to inform schools and colleges of emerging trends in New Mexico. The ICLRLT blends strong internal talent with external expertise. The Institute’s current 21 person staff include accomplished and experienced professionals in project management, administration, finance, communications, and fundraising. Its leadership team currently include Primary Investigators of the Institute of Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Learning & Teaching (ICLRLT) research portfolio, the NTIA ALGEA project, the Problems of Practice (PoPs) Summits/Mini-Summits, Assessment & Accreditation, the Center for Education and the Study of Diverse Populations (CESDP) and an emerging Center for Literacy and Reading. With the support of a ICLRLT SUP Advisory Committee and reporting to the NMHU Dean, SOE, the Executive Director provides direction for all aspects of the ICLRLT, setting a forward-looking agenda for advancing the Institute’s mission and sustaining funding. This leader must routinely exercise discretion and judgment regarding the administration of all internal ICLRLT operations and the management of key external relationships. The Executive Director should be able to articulate the Institute’s mission and vision to all stakeholders, communicate the ICLRLT’s research results effectively to the community and decision makers, secure funding for the ICLRLT’s operations and growth, and ensure the overall programmatic and fiscal integrity of the organization. The Executive Director will be expected to engage the ICLRLT SUP Advisory Committee, staff, and financial sponsors in partnership with the Offices of Grants and Contracts and the NMHU Foundation in the regular assessment of organizational goals and priorities. They will oversee budgeting decisions to support the objectives of the strategic plan, monitoring progress towards successful implementation. The Executive Director also consults with the ICLRLT SUP Advisory Committee on the creation and adaptation of policies related to fulfilling the ICLRLT’s overall mission. These policies are then presented for approval by the NMHU Dean, SOE and the Board of Regents. Internally, the Executive Director guides and motivates the ICLRLT’s leadership team, consisting of five directors, as well as ICLRLT’s five professional Faculty in Residence researchers and other staff. Through regular evaluation and appropriate training, this leader encourages staff growth and cultivates a staff ethos that mirrors the organization’s commitme