Executive Director, STEMSTL

Position Summary:

BioSTL is hiring an Executive Director, STEMSTL to oversee the administration, programs, and strategic plan of STEMSTL, St. Louis’ regional STEM Ecosystem.  The STEMSTL Executive Director will have overall strategic and operational responsibilities for STEMSTL staff members, programs, expansion of Ecosystem, workgroups, and execution of its vision and mission. Resource development will be a critical part of the role to drive execution of STEMSTL projects and ensure the sustainability of the Ecosystem.

Organization Summary:

STEMSTL is a collaborative consortium committed to equitable access to high-quality STEM learning and employment opportunities for all learners in the St. Louis metro region. Our mission is to develop and deploy quality STEM learning and career opportunities that support the empowerment and growth of diverse problem solvers, innovators, and critical thinkers, enabling them to thrive in a globally connected world.  Our vision is that all learners in the St. Louis region have equitable access to high-quality STEM learning and employment opportunities.

STEMSTL is part of STEM Learning Ecosystems Community of Practice, an international network of 80+ STEM Ecosystem initiatives.  STEMSTL operates under the guidance of a 14-person Steering Committee and 26-person Advisory Committee, who together guide Ecosystem strategy and collaboration.  Currently, STEMSTL partners collaborate through 5 Workgroups: Professional Development; Students & family; Broadening Participation; pathways to Workforce; and Ecosystem Culture and Operations.  BioSTL currently serves as the backbone organization and fiscal agent for STEMSTL.  This position will be a full-time, salaried position with BioSTL.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

·         Set overall strategic direction for STEMSTL, translating Mission, Vision, and Values into actionable collaboration

·         Fundraise and develop other resources necessary to support STEMSTL’s activities and mission

·         Build and manage relationships with key stakeholders within the Ecosystem

·         Manage budget and allocation of resources

·         Oversee definition, measurement, and evaluation of progress related to STEMSTL and STEM outcomes in the region.

·         Improve communication among Ecosystem partners to foster further collaboration

·         Elevate the importance of STEM in the region through multiple communication channels between learners and stakeholders

·         Enhance STEMSTL’s brand and image as a central player in the region’s STEM success by being active and visible in the community and working closely with other professional, civic, and private organizations

·         Plan and facilitate regular meetings of Ecosystem participants

·         Maintain and track relationships, including through management and oversight of the Salesforce CRM system

·         Manage staff and AmeriCorp Vista

·         Serve as STEMSTL’s primary point of contact with the national Community of Practice

·         Represent Ecosystem at national Community of Practice gathering and other STEM-related conferences (in person, some travel) and by conference call; coordinate Ecosystem partner participation

Desired Characteristics:

·         Ability to build and manage varied and complex relationships across many partners

·         Action-oriented, entrepreneurial, adaptable, and innovative

·         Strong written and verbal communication skills, a persuasive and passionate communicator with excellent interpersonal and multidisciplinary project skills

·         Strong commitment to and passion for STEM education

·         Networks and relationships across educational, corporate, and philanthropic partners engaged/interested in STEM

·         Commitment to building an equitable STEM ecosystem

·         Knowledge and passion for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and how it applies to STEM awareness, education and career opportunities

·         Personal and professional integrity

·         Passion, idealism, integrity, positive attitude, mission-driven, and self-directed

Qualifications:

·         Advanced degree preferred (e.g., MBA, MSW, MS, Ph.D., or other relevant field)

·         At least 5 years of senior/director-level management experience preferred

·         Experience in organizational management with the ability to coach staff, manage and develop high-performance teams, set and achieve strategic objectives, and manage a budget

·         Experience working with committees and/or a board of directors with the ability to cultivate existing committee/board member relationships

·         Strong marketing, public relations, and fundraising or sales experience with the ability to engage a wide range of stakeholders and cultures

·         Demonstrated ability to work effectively in collaboration with diverse groups of people

·         Preferred experience designing and managing data-driven program evaluation

·         Experience desired across various aspects of the following areas:

o   Building intentional regional collaboration

o   Launching new initiatives and building them to sustainability

o   Developing and executing projects through structured frameworks, e.g. the engineering design process or similar

o   Facilitating conversations across widely varied socioeconomic boundaries

o   STEM education and/or STEM outreach

o   Managing STEM-related programs

o   Engaging diverse populations, including underserved and underrepresented communities

Salary:

Compensation package will include salary and benefits, including health coverage and retirement savings.  A base salary of $100,000+ is anticipated, commensurate with experience.

Application:

Please send a detailed letter of interest and resume, by 5:00 pm central time on Friday, December 6th, to Derek Collins at dcollins@stlouisco.com with “STEMSTL Executive Director” in the subject line.  Confidential inquiries can be submitted to bjohnson@biostl.org.

BioSTL and STEMSTL are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and equitable ecosystem.  We are committed to seeking individuals of diverse backgrounds and experiences who will bring diverse perspectives to this work. This is an equal employment opportunity.

For more information, visit stemstl.org, stemecosystems.org , and biostl.org.