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Title: GENEDGE Executive Director and MEP Center Director
State Role Title: Executive Director
Hiring Range: Genedge Executive Director: $183,360- $275,040 ; MEP Center Director: $159,680- $239,520
Pay Band: UG
Agency Website: www.genedge.org
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
*These are GENEDGE positions. VCCS/Patrick & Henry Community College serve as fiscal agent. This recruitment is for consideration for both the GENEDGE Executive Director and MEP Center Director positions. Unless otherwise notified by candidate or screening committee, applicants will be considered for both positions. This posting is currently anticipated to close at 11:59 PM Wednesday, August 6th, with screening reviews to begin August 7th*
Job Duties
The Genedge Executive Director and MEP Center Director are senior leaders within GENEDGE.
The Executive Director is the organization’s senior executive, reports to the GENEDGE Board of Trustees, and supervises the GENEDGE Executive Team. The GENEDGE Executive Director provides overall leadership for a team of experienced professionals, cultivates stakeholder relationships, and contributes significantly to the organization’s strategic planning and revenue development efforts. The Executive Director develops and implements detailed plans to achieve business objectives including project and revenue targets in line with GENEDGE’s mission and the overall direction of the Board of Trustees and key stakeholders. The Executive Director evaluates results and facilitates continuous improvement in operations.
The MEP (Manufacturing Extension Partnership) Center Director reports to the Executive Director and will provide operational and strategic support to the Executive Director and direct the MEP Center program. The MEP Center Director will lead and mentor center MEP division staff and all activities within the MEP program.
Hiring Range:
Genedge Executive Director: $183,360- $275,040
MEP Center Director: $159,680- $239,520
For the Executive Director:
Key Responsibilities
Stakeholder Engagement and Revenue Development
- Cultivate and manage relationships with key stakeholders, including Virginia’s House and Senate representatives, local government leaders, and statewide economic development agencies.
- Represent GENEDGE at legislative hearings, policy discussions, and other forums to highlight the organization’s impact and secure support for manufacturing-focused initiatives.
- Understands stakeholder needs and facilitates the development or improvement of GENEDGE’s programs and services to meet those needs in a cost-effective manner.
- Lead efforts to secure new revenue streams from non-NIST federal agencies, including the DOE, DOD, and large businesses.
- Develop strategic grant proposals and funding applications targeting innovative programs.
- Executes special projects at the direction of the Board of Trustees or Governor’s Office.
Financial Oversight and Compliance
- Work closely with the CFO to ensure GENEDGE’s financial health, balancing diverse funding sources and ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Oversee budgeting, P&L management, and financial reporting to maintain accountability and transparency with stakeholders.
- Ensure compliance with NIST-MEP program requirements and reporting metrics. (Both positions)
Workforce Development
- Drive initiatives to address Virginia’s workforce challenges, collaborating with educational institutions and industry leaders to develop, design and deliver impactful training programs.
- Advocate for programs that align with Virginia’s legislative priorities, such as apprenticeships, certifications, professional development and smart / advanced manufacturing skill development.
For the MEP Center Director:
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership and Management
- Oversee day-to-day operations of the MEP Center, ensuring the smooth execution of programs and services.
- Manage and mentor a team of business advisors and subject matter experts
- Develop and maintain a statewide network of subject matter experts and third-party partners.
- Manage sourcing and development of direct and third-party resources to enable high-quality service delivery.
- Oversee the continuous learning and improvement activities for the business.
- Ensure the quality of delivery by internal and external resources meets client expectations.
- Account for program and project time of delivery resources and their deliverables.
- Support administrative requirements to assure proper project management, closure, and impact collection and reporting.
For Both positions:
Strategic Planning and Program Development
- Participate in the execution of GENEDGE’s 3-year Optimization Plan and strategic objectives, aligning with Virginia’s legislative priorities and NIST’s MEP goals.
- Identify and pursue opportunities for innovation and growth, including initiatives in advanced manufacturing, green technologies, and supply chain resilience.
- Lead the development of new programs and services, ensuring alignment with client needs and industry trends.
- Promote continuous improvement in program delivery, utilizing data-driven methods to evaluate and enhance impact.
Minimum Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, manufacturing, or business or related field; an advanced degree is highly preferred, or equivalent combinations of education, training, and/or work experiences
- 10 years of experience in manufacturing or a related field, including 5 years in senior leadership roles. With P&L responsibilities and revenue production
Experience with NIST Manufacturing Extension Partnership programs preferred
- Proven experience engaging with legislative bodies and securing funding from non-NIST federal agencies.
- Demonstrated success in leading and mentoring teams to achieve operational excellence.
- A working knowledge of multiple key processes such as product development, financial analysis/cost accounting, industrial marketing/sales, logistics/purchasing, quality systems, supply chain, process improvement, and operations
Skills
- Exceptional communication, advocacy, and relationship-building skills.
- Strategic planning and financial management expertise, with a focus on diversified funding.
- Strong understanding of Virginia’s legislative processes and economic development priorities preferred; other State considered
- Efficient project management combined with strong analytical and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated executive engagement and facilitation at the corporate level.
- Possess significant consulting or direct customer-facing experience.
- Demonstrated capabilities in supply chain management and sourcing.
- Highly effective communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Confident, outgoing, and adaptable to change.
- Versatile professional with experience working with clients from various walks of life.
- Works well under pressure.
- Excellent presentation and communication skills.
Additional Considerations
These positions require significant overnight travel, primarily within Virginia but at times regionally and nationally. These positions require valid driver’s licenses and possessing or ability to possess a DOD secret security clearance. Selected applicants must be able to pass a criminal background check.
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Contact Information
Name: Teddy Martin
Phone: 757-807-0777
Email: tmartin@genedge.org
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $159,680 - $239,520