Education Programs Director

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for an Education Program Director at UL Research Institutes. This is a remote role.

The Director of Education Programs oversees the development of secondary and post-secondary curriculum for classrooms and communities to ensure quality education and to prepare students for their future endeavors for the Office of Research Education & Experiences (OREE). The Director of Education Programs will provide strong leadership, educational expertise, and a deep understanding of curriculum development, leading efforts that span across UL Research Institutes.

UL Research Institutes:

At UL Research Institutes (ULRI), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have studied the unintended consequences of innovation, designed solutions to mitigate risk and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking the tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge.

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our Office of Research Experiences & Education.

OREE:

The Office of Research Experiences and Education (OREE) cultivates the next generation of safety scientists through a mix of unique educational programs, academic partnerships, and research and standards development experiences.

We translate the findings of our research institutes into compelling educational materials, bringing to life scientific concepts using contemporary best education practices to create learning opportunities for a wide variety of secondary through postgraduate students. Our academic collaborations and support for the next generation of safety scientists likewise reach across the educational spectrum, including partnerships that reach out to students who are underrepresented in STEM fields.

Through all our programs, we aim to unlock the diverse perspectives that are essential for solving the world's most pressing safety and sustainability issues.

What you'll learn and achieve:

As the Education Program Director, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you:

• Lead the OREE teams and collaborate with program managers to deliver relevant, meaningful programming and resources from the safety science and standards work of ULRI and ULSE.

• Guide and facilitate program development including setting 1-5-year goals, establishing priorities, and monitoring progress to improve implementation across the US.

• Propose and present on behalf of OREE at regional, national and international conferences and events in collaboration with program managers.

• Work with Senior Director to develop budgets, track budgets, and support programs with financial management.

• Collaborate with program managers on team and individual goals setting, management, evaluations, reviews. Be decisive and supportive of team members.

• In collaboration with the evaluation team and program managers, monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the resources through metrics and data analysis. Translate evaluation into strategy and program design.

• Collaborate with community organizations, businesses, and higher education institutions to develop partnerships that enhance educational opportunities for students.

• In collaboration with the research team and Senior Director, identify funding opportunities that are appropriate to capacity and programming capabilities, develop narratives for funding opportunities, and create budgets and budget justification in collaboration with the ULRI grants office.

• Keep informed about educational policies and regulations at the local, state, and national levels. Provide input and expertise in policy development to ensure the resources meet the needs of diverse learners and complies with relevant regulations.

• Stay updated on educational research and best practices to inform resource development. Explore innovative approaches, technologies, and pedagogical methods to enhance teaching and learning experiences.

What you'll experience working at UL Research Institutes:

At UL Research Institutes we have been pursuing our mission of working for a safer, more secure, and sustainable world, embedding conscientious stewardship into everything we do.

• People: Our people make us special. You'll work with a diverse team of experts respected for their independence and transparency and build a network, because our approach is collaborative. We collaborate across disciplines, organizations, and geographies to build the global scientific response that today's global challenges require.

• Interesting work: Every day is different for us here. We see what's on the horizon and use our expertise to build the foundations of a safer future. You'll have the opportunity to push the boundaries of human understanding as part of a team working to advance the public good.

• Grow and achieve: We learn, work, and grow together through targeted development, reward, and recognition programs.

• Values. Four core values guide our work: collaboration, respect, integrity, and beneficence. By living our values, we inspire the trust essential to fulfilling our mission and foster the partnerships that enable us to pursue a beneficent future in which we all can thrive.

• Total Rewards: All employees at UL Research Institutes are eligible for bonus compensation. We offer comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans and a generous 401k matching structure of up to 5% of eligible pay. Moreover, we invest an additional 4% into your retirement saving fund after your first year of continuous employment. Depending on your role, you may be able to discuss flexible working arrangements with your manager. We also provide employees with paid time off, including vacation, holiday, sick, and volunteer days.

What makes you a great fit:

While no one candidate will embody every quality, the successful candidate will bring many of the following professional competencies and personal attributes:

• Strong educational background with experience in educational resource development and instructional leadership.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders.

• Passion for education, an educator- and student-centered approach, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

• Leadership, initiative, and influence skills with advanced strategic thinking to create alignment and buy-in with multiple stakeholders and deliver results in a matrixed organization.

• Agility and strong sense of leadership in strategic direction.

• Positive and collaborative attitude and interpersonal skills to work effectively with leaders and colleagues across ULRI, as well as outside the organization.

• Strong people and agency management skills including empathy, collaboration, and humor, with the ability to select the best third-party partners for the job and lead the RFP process.

• Working knowledge of the latest education technologies, tools, and platforms.

• Proficiency in MS Office is required. Advanced skills in Excel and PowerPoint, and knowledge of analytical tools and databases is preferred.

Professional education and experience requirements for the role include:

• Bachelor's degree in education, instructional design or related disciplines. Master's degree, preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of direct work experience in education, resource design or a related discipline.

• Minimum of 3 years in strategic planning and facilitation for a complex organization.

• Grants development strongly preferred.

About UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement

UL Research Institutes and UL Standards & Engagement are nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing safety science research through the discovery and application of scientific knowledge. We conduct rigorous independent research and analyze safety data, convene experts worldwide to address risks, share knowledge through safety education and public outreach initiatives, and develop standards to guide safe commercialization of evolving technologies. We foster communities of safety, from grassroots initiatives for neighborhoods to summits of world leaders. Our organization employs collaborative and scientific approaches with partners and stakeholders to drive innovation and progress toward improving safety, security, and sustainability, ultimately enhancing societal well-being.

To learn more, visit our websites UL.org and ULSE.org.

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