Associate Director of Academic Programs
Western Museums Association, Scottsdale, AZ, United States
Overview
12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Blvd
Scottsdale , AZ 85259
United States
Contact Name: Kelly Hagen
Phone: 6028005404
Email: khagen@franklloydwright.org
Job Description
Position Summary
The Taliesin Institute designs and delivers academic and lifelong learning programs at Taliesin and Taliesin West for university students, faculty, professionals, and adult learners. Its work includes academic residencies, lectures, continuing education, symposia, and other scholarly and educational initiatives that explore architecture, design, landscape, sustainability, and Wright’s pedagogical theories.
Reporting to the Vice President of the Taliesin Institute, the Associate Director of Academic Programs plays a key leadership role in the planning, growth, and delivery of the Institute’s academic, professional development, and lifelong learning initiatives. This position is responsible for leading and expanding academic residency programs; developing professional development workshops; assisting with lecture series development; and co-leading the development and implementation of an academic engagement plan in collaboration with Taliesin Institute leadership. The Associate Director also supports the development of a cross-departmental lifelong learning engagement strategy, including digital and hybrid components, with an emphasis on sustainable, revenue-generating programs that advance the Foundation’s mission. The role oversees on-site academic program delivery at Taliesin and Taliesin West
Essential Functions
Lead the planning, management, and growth of university programs with an emphasis on enrollment growth and sustainability
Develop and deliver professional development workshops and continuing education offerings
Assist in the development and implementation of the Institute’s public lecture series
Collaborate with the Vice President to develop and implement an academic engagement plan aligned with strategic priorities
Contribute to a cross-departmental lifelong learning engagement strategy, including digital and hybrid initiatives
Develop and coordinate academic content for programs and courses at both sites and digitally
Support research initiatives as related to the Institute’s priorities
Build relationships with external faculty, scholars, and partners
Support workflow development, evaluation, and program assessment
Oversee on-site program logistics in collaboration with support staff
Collaborate across departments and represent the Institute professionally
Perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Architecture, Architectural History, Art History, or related field
Experience developing and executing academic content
Ability to work independently
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Ability to travel on an as needed basis to Taliesin for program execution
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in modern American architecture and Frank Lloyd Wright
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Contact Name: Kelly Hagen
Phone: 6028005404
Email: khagen@franklloydwright.org
Job Description
Position Summary
The Taliesin Institute designs and delivers academic and lifelong learning programs at Taliesin and Taliesin West for university students, faculty, professionals, and adult learners. Its work includes academic residencies, lectures, continuing education, symposia, and other scholarly and educational initiatives that explore architecture, design, landscape, sustainability, and Wright’s pedagogical theories.
Reporting to the Vice President of the Taliesin Institute, the Associate Director of Academic Programs plays a key leadership role in the planning, growth, and delivery of the Institute’s academic, professional development, and lifelong learning initiatives. This position is responsible for leading and expanding academic residency programs; developing professional development workshops; assisting with lecture series development; and co-leading the development and implementation of an academic engagement plan in collaboration with Taliesin Institute leadership. The Associate Director also supports the development of a cross-departmental lifelong learning engagement strategy, including digital and hybrid components, with an emphasis on sustainable, revenue-generating programs that advance the Foundation’s mission. The role oversees on-site academic program delivery at Taliesin and Taliesin West
Essential Functions
Lead the planning, management, and growth of university programs with an emphasis on enrollment growth and sustainability
Develop and deliver professional development workshops and continuing education offerings
Assist in the development and implementation of the Institute’s public lecture series
Collaborate with the Vice President to develop and implement an academic engagement plan aligned with strategic priorities
Contribute to a cross-departmental lifelong learning engagement strategy, including digital and hybrid initiatives
Develop and coordinate academic content for programs and courses at both sites and digitally
Support research initiatives as related to the Institute’s priorities
Build relationships with external faculty, scholars, and partners
Support workflow development, evaluation, and program assessment
Oversee on-site program logistics in collaboration with support staff
Collaborate across departments and represent the Institute professionally
Perform other related duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Architecture, Architectural History, Art History, or related field
Experience developing and executing academic content
Ability to work independently
Strong organizational and project management skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Willingness to work evenings and weekends
Ability to travel on an as needed basis to Taliesin for program execution
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in modern American architecture and Frank Lloyd Wright
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