Director, Civic Discourse Initiative

  • Full Time
  • Internship
  • Volunteer
  • Sarasota, FL

New College of Florida

Location: 5800 Bay Shore Road Sarasota

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number:
00605


Division: Provost Office

Opening Date: 05/13/2025


Closing Date:
5/21/2025 11:59 PM Eastern


Description

This position will be responsible for
shaping the strategic direction, fostering interdisciplinary teamwork, and driving impactful research and educational initiatives in the
field of civic discourse. The Director will work collaboratively with faculty, students, staff, and external partners to advance a dynamic
and vibrant environment for free expression and civic discourse.

Examples of Duties


  • Work
    with College leadership to establish this initiative in accordance with College regulations.
  • Responsible for developing and
    submitting proposals on potential new initiatives, courses, and programming to College leadership.
  • Partner with College leadership
    and the Foundation on ways to increase funding through donations (individuals, for-profit and not for-profit organizations) for the benefit
    of the College.
  • Coordinate and supervise internship opportunities for qualified New College students.
  • Provide academic and
    research support and administrative direction for the initiative.
  • Provide leadership in resource development for the
    initiative.
  • The Director performs other duties as assigned, including but not limited to attending New College training and
    professional programs such as required compliance training and safety training, as well as other programs that will assist them in the
    performance of their job responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a
relevant area (History, Political Science, Anthropology, Economics or closely related field) with 6 years of relevant experience, or
Master’s degree with 4 years of relevant experience


Preferred Qualifications


Ph.D in
History, Political Science, Anthropology, Economics, or a closely related field.


New College of Florida (NCF) is an equal opportunity
employer and educational provider committed to a policy of non-discrimination for any member of the NCF community on the basis of race,
creed, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veterans’ status, marital status, or any other legally
protected group status. This policy applies to faculty, staff, students, volunteers, visitors, applicants, and contractors in a manner
consistent with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances, orders, and University policies, procedures, and processes.

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