Director of Family Business

Position Title

Director of Family Business

Overview

St. John Fisher University is an independent, liberal arts institution that provides a transformative education to approximately 3,800 undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral students each year. Across its five Schools, Fisher offers nearly 40 majors in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, business, education, and nursing; 11 pre-professional programs; and master’s and doctoral programs in business, nursing, education, pharmacy, and public health. The University’s residential campus boasts a robust living and learning community and a successful intercollegiate athletics program. Fisher is a community where all are welcome, regardless of religious or cultural background.


The University continues to honor its founders, the Congregation of St. Basil, by embracing their motto, “Teach Me Goodness, Discipline, and Knowledge.” We are located in Pittsford, N.Y., seven miles outside of the city of Rochester. The campus is situated on 164 park-like acres—a beautiful setting for a warm, friendly campus community.

Job Responsibilities

The Family Business Program at St. John Fisher provides educational programming, networking opportunities, and research that is specifically tailored to the needs of family-owned businesses on topical areas such as governance, succession planning, leadership development, financial management, marketing, strategic planning, emerging technologies, and key business trends. The Director of Family Business, reporting to the Dean of the School of Business, is responsible for leading, managing and growing all facets of the Family Business Program, including strategic planning, budgeting, program development and execution, business development and relationship building, facilitation of timely research, and grant writing. The director will work with area family business owners, community leaders, faculty, students, and Fisher’s Director of Entrepreneurship. As well, the director will work collaboratively with leaders and units across campus to market, promote, and develop family business opportunities. This is a great position for someone with an entrepreneurial spirit who likes to build flagship programs.



Key responsibilities include :

• Program Development and Delivery – Design and implement educational workshops, seminars, and conferences covering timely and pertinent topics related to family businesses.
• Business Development – Develop a financially viable and self-sustaining business model with diverse revenue streams, fundraising, and sponsorships.
• Relationship Building – Navigate a complex stakeholder environment to cultivate strong and multigenerational relationships with family business owners and family members, business and community leaders, and key decision-makers. Promote programs and recruit attendees.
• Networking Events – Organize networking events and forums to connect those involved in family businesses and those serving family businesses.
• Program Operations and Management – Conduct strategic planning, manage the day-to-day operations, assess programs, and report results. Oversee the Family Business Steering Committee (advisory group). Additional opportunities may be available to teach/facilitate workshops, seminars, and courses related to family business matters.
  

Additional opportunities may be available to teach/facilitate workshops, seminars, and courses related to family business matters.

Education / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred
• Experience working with family and/or small to medium-sized businesses, with preference given to candidates having strong ties to the Rochester metro business community
• Demonstrated understanding of the unique challenges and dynamics associated with family businesses and the ability to facilitate conversations involving the intersection of business and family systems
• Leadership and managerial experience

Competencies / Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills with the ability to work with diverse stakeholders
• Entrepreneurial thinking and business development
• Excellent networking and relationship-building skills
• Expertise in program development, delivery, project management, and execution
• Strategic planning and budgeting
• Marketing and recruiting
• Fundraising experience
• Familiarity with emerging technologies, business trends, and business best practices

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to remain in a stationary position for extended periods (e.g., sitting at a desk, working on a computer).
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, by phone, and via email.
• Occasional lifting or moving of items up to 10–20 pounds (e.g., office supplies, files).
• Ability to navigate office environment, including walking short distances and bending or reaching as needed.

Supervision of Employees

Work study student(s)

Work Environment

• Campus setting
• Team-friendly community
• Natural and artificial lighting
• Normal multi-person and public office noise level
• Easy access to resources
• In-person and online classes

Equipment to be Used

Computer and other office equipment such as copier, calculator, telephone, etc.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Hours

• Availability and willingness to work mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends as necessary to fulfill job responsibilities as well as to participate in and support School of Business and University events
• Full-time, 12-month position

Special Conditions for Eligibility

Minimum Number of References Requested

3

EEO Statement

It is the policy of St. John Fisher University to provide Equal Employment Opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with the applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in each locality in which the University has employees.


The University does not discriminate against applicants or employees in hiring, promotion, termination or the terms and conditions of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sex, perceived sex, gender identity, gender expression, the status of being transgender, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital status, military status, veteran status, predisposing genetic, characteristics or genetic information, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other characteristic protected by law.


The Title IX Coordinator is the designated University official with primary responsibility for coordinating compliance with Title IX and related federal and state laws. The Title IX Coordinator, Meg Flaherty, Ph.D., can be reached by phone (585-385-8232), email ( [email protected] [email protected]>), in-person in Campus Center 209, or outside of business hours by contacting the Office of Safety and Security (585-385-8111).

Work Location

3690 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14618

FLSA

Exempt

Salary / Hourly Range

$127,500.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Notes

The salary range for this role is set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to internal equity, qualifications, experience, and education. The above hiring range is one component of the University’s competitive Total Rewards package which can be viewed here

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S00796P

Desired Start Date

Open Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant