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About the Role

The School of Education (SOE) at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) seeks outstanding applicants for a clinical faculty position in Catholic Education. This role provides strategic leadership and oversees all operational and financial aspects of the Center for Catholic Education, advancing its mission and strategic plan. The Director will have a Clinical Faculty appointment and build relationships with external partners and funders to ensure the unit’s economic independence and sustainability.

Responsibilities

Innovate and establish strategic direction for the Center in alignment with the SOE and LMU strategic visions.
Lead fundraising strategy and efforts for the Center and SOE programs related to Catholic Education in collaboration with University Advancement.
Generate revenue to independently sustain the Center.
Steward and manage all resources, including revenue, personnel, and budgets.
Oversee the design and maintenance of academic programs for the preparation and ongoing professional development of Catholic teachers and Catholic school leaders.
Collaborate and coordinate with the division of Mission and Ministry, SOE faculty, archdioceses, Catholic schools, and other partners to design and grow mutually beneficial programs.
Represent the Center and SOE in relevant university, local, regional, and national organizations and convenings.
Establish and guide the implementation of the communication strategy and plans and engagement of alumni and partners.
Establish and implement the research agenda for the Center.
Teach courses in SOE programs as needed and appropriate.
Oversee all operational functions of the Center, including the Center Advisory Board, evaluation and assessment activities, program development, progress reports, events, and fundraising.
Continue upgrading knowledge, skills, and abilities to stay abreast of best practices and internal and external regulatory/policy changes.
Perform other duties as assigned or requested.
Exhibit behavior that supports the mission, vision, and values of the university.
Communicate and employ interpersonal actions that model high standards of professional, responsible, accountable, and ethical conduct.
Demonstrate a commitment to outstanding customer service.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of successful experience in Catholic education, including at least 3 years in administrative or leadership experience.
Minimum 2 years of successful teaching experience in higher education.
Experience with budget management and personnel supervision.
Demonstrated success in fundraising, donor cultivation, and/or grant-making.
Understanding and appreciation of the Jesuit and Marymount traditions and charisms, and the Catholic identity of the university.
Prior experience in designing and leading professional learning program development and implementation.
Deep knowledge of and experience in applying cutting-edge and relevant research to educator preparation and professional learning curriculum.
Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills to relate well with all constituents.
Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education or a closely related field before the position start date of January 2027.

Skills

Fundraising
Donor cultivation
Grant-making
Budget management
Personnel supervision
Program development
Professional learning
Research application
Interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Strategic direction
Revenue generation
Resource management
Academic program design
Professional development
Collaboration
Representation
Communication strategy
Alumni engagement
Partner engagement
Research agenda implementation
Teaching
Operational oversight
Evaluation
Assessment
Progress reporting
Event management

Location

Work Type

Clinical Faculty
Director responsibilities
Term position

Experience Level

Minimum 5 years of successful experience in Catholic education
Minimum 3 years in administrative or leadership experience
Minimum 2 years of successful teaching experience in higher education

Education Level

Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Education or a closely related field

Salary/Compensations

$91,500 to $135,500

About the Company

The School of Education (SOE) at Loyola Marymount University (LMU) is a Carnegie-classified R2 institution in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education.
LMU is federally recognized as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI) and is recognized by the State of California as a Black-Serving Institution (BSI).
The Center for Catholic Education is a self-funded unit of the School of Education, established to promote and support a rich tradition of Catholic education through professional preparation, research, and programs.
The Center is a leader in innovation and creative solutions to problems of practice and governance in Catholic education.
The Center serves as a scholarly and professional thought partner for Catholic schools and supporting organizations in Southern California and beyond.
The Center brings together a broad range of successful programs for the preparation and development of educators and leaders in the School of Education.

Equal Opportunity

LMU is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment as defined by federal, state and local law.
We invite all persons in the full diversity of their being, life experience, and beliefs to apply.
LMU is committed to providing equal access to employment opportunities and ensuring a comprehensive recruitment and selection process for all applicants.
Individuals who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any stage of the application, interview, or selection process may contact Human Resources at hr@lmu.edu or by phone at (310) 338-2723.
Applicants are not required to disclose the nature of a disability or provide medical information when requesting an accommodation during the recruitment process.
LMU will work with applicants in a timely and interactive process to identify and provide reasonable accommodations consistent with applicable federal and state law.