Wingate University Looking for Founding Director, Wingate Forward Full Time

Wingate is one of the fastest-growing independent universities in the state, serving more than 3,400 students on two campuses. At Wingate,
we are committed to an inclusive and welcoming environment for working, learning, and living. As an equal employment opportunity employer,
we respect each individual and support the diverse cultures, perspectives, skills, and experiences within our workforce. Wingate’s main
campus is located on 500+ acres of beautiful landscape and is only 25 minutes from the Charlotte metropolitan area. Learn more at University in Charlotte, NC | Quick Facts About
Wingate.

Position Summary: 

Wingate University seeks a Founding Director to provide organizational,
curricular, managerial, and developmental excellence in the creation and operation of Wingate Forward, a living, learning, working, and
exploring initiative which will have persons with an intellectual or developmental disability (IDD) diagnosis becoming part of our campus
community. Wingate Forward will be a two-year, inclusive experience for college-aged IDD individuals, leading to a Certificate of
Completion, audit/engagement in inclusive courses with other Wingate students, practical experience in independent living and sustainable
employment, and full access to all elements of campus life.  

Wingate Forward is dedicated to the following foundational
principles: 

• Social development through inclusivity of opportunity  
• Individual growth through self-worth,
  self-determination, self-improvement, and intentional skill development. 
• Respect for others.
• A college experience that is
  transformative for all Wingate students. 
• Vocational and career readiness for all Wingate students.
   

Duties/Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate will have academic or career
experience in working with persons with intellectual and developmental disabilities, preferably in a college or college-aged skill
development capacity. Since Wingate Forward is a living, learning, working, and exploring program, the Founding Director will be expected
to:

• Build partnerships and relationships on and off campus.
• Develop independent living programming, curriculum, co-curricular
  activities, and extra-curricular activities, while working with Wingate faculty to create great learning environments in inclusive academic
  classes. 
• Create systems of record for assessing progress.
• Lead the admission process for the students who comprise the
  Wingate Forward program.
• Coordinate student support volunteers. 
• Provide training to members of the campus
  community.
• Engage campus and community partners that will provide employment opportunities for the students enrolled in Wingate
  Forward. 

The Founding Director is a twelve-month position and reports to the Provost.

Education and
Experience:

• Master’s or doctoral degree in education, social work or closely related field from an accredited institution of
  higher learning. 
• Experience in accreditation documentation or related assessment work. 
• Demonstrated prior leadership in an
  academic or IDD environment.  
• Student-focused perspective.  
• Cultural competence and record of support for diversity,
  equity, and inclusion.
• Support of and for an interprofessional worldview.  

How to
apply: 

Interested candidates should send 1) a current curriculum vita; 2) a cover letter expressing reasons for your
interest in the position, including an outline of your core competencies; and 3) a statement of principles and vision regarding matters of
campus inclusion and equity to Human Resources at Recruitment (adp.com). The position will remain open until filled and review of materials
will begin October 15, 2023. Salary commensurate with experience.

Wingate University abides by all federal and
state laws prohibiting employment discrimination solely on the basis of a person’s race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age (over
40), sex, marital status or physical handicap, except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists. Wingate University
is committed to the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act and its amendments. Wingate University expressly prohibits any form
of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age,
genetic information, disability or veteran status. At this time, we are currently seeking candidates with legal authorization to work in
the U.S.