Deputy Director Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership (10 month)

Deputy Director Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership (10 month)

Salary

$48,158.00 - $57,267.00 Annually

Location

MMI - 1101 Washington St, Marion, AL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

08129

College/Division

MMI-501030-Dean of Students

Opening Date

06/30/2026

Closing Date

7/14/2026 5:00 PM Central

Campus Location

Marion Military Institute

• Description
• Benefits

Position Summary

POSITION SUMMARY: The Deputy Director supports the mission and vision of the Anthony J. Rane Center for Leadership by assisting in the design, delivery, and management of leadership and character programs for student assessment development. This position will also support the centers military pathway, career development, academic, and extracurricular programs. This position will also lead projects assigned by either the Director and/or the Commandant. The Director may assign and balance responsibilities in line with institutional priorities and the Deputy's experience. This Deputy position focuses on operational, logistical, and administrative activities for the center.

The Deputy, for short, is focused on operational and support requirements for the Center for Leadership. The Deputy's role enables the success of the center's leadership, education, training, and character development programs through the execution of existing programs, the implementation of new programs, and the exploration of future programs.

MISSION: Advance leadership education, training, and character development through curricular, co-curricular, and extra-curricular programs, including approved AAS degrees. Provide civilian career information, career path exploration, and soft skills development.

DEPUTY IN RELATION TO MISSION: Provides operational, logistical, and administrative support that enables the center to fulfill its responsibility to educate, train, develop, and mentor cadets, preparing them for careers in the military, public service, and civilian careers.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Cadet Development & Assessment

• Assist in the construction and execution of the Cadet Development System to advance leadership and Character Development.
• Assist in tracking assessment strategies and administrative support used for leadership and character development across:
• The Cadet Assessment Program
• The Honor & Respect Character Education Program / Cadet Development System
• The Service-Learning Program
• The Leadership Conference Program

2. Honor & Respect Character Education Program

• Provide administrative and operational support to the Cadet Honor Council and Leaders Club.
• Coordinate scheduling and logistics for the Distinguished Guest Speaker Program.
• Support planning and execution of small-group dilemma discussion seminars and Honor Education programming.

3. Operational, logistical, and administrative support for the Center for Leaderships mission and activities

• Utilize, improve, and implement systems that contribute toward the center's responsibilities and these programs.
• Facilitate guest speaker events and other visitors.
• Support and track expansion and modification projects related to the Anthony J. Rane Leadership Training Complex, including the leadership reaction course (LRC), military obstacle course, and rappel tower.
• Coordinate use, maintenance, and management of the A.J. Rane Leadership Training Complex.
• Serve as the primary mentor/coordinator for cadets enrolled in Air Force ROTC and the Marine Corps Platoon Leaders Class (PLC). This includes tracking cadet progress with the respective programs, academic standing, facilitating focused physical training programs, and forging strong collaborative relationships with the sponsoring entities e.g., Det 10 Air Force ROTC at University of Alabama and the Marine Corps Officer Selection Officer in Tuscaloosa, AL.
• Focus on the backside, administrative, and support functions that allow both the Director and the career program (Aviation and Fire & EMS) managers to focus on their core responsibilities.
• Facilitate success for MMI's Aim High Flight Academy in concert with U.S. Air Force and MMI's contractor(s).

4. Other Duties

• Support and coordinate with the Aviation AAS and Fire & EMS AAS Managers as needed.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director or executive leadership.

Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION, STANDARDS, AND TRAINING

• Minimum 10 years of military experience or equivalent U.S. civil service positions, or Law Enforcement, Fire/EMS that includes experience working with the military (may be waived with substantial relevant qualifications).

• Military ranks of E-7 through O-4

• Or U.S. civil service grades GS6 - GS12 (FS03)

• Or demonstrated equivalent supervisory positions in Law Enforcement, Fire, or Emergency Medical Services.

• Bachelor's degree in higher education, student personnel administration, business administration, international relations, or other relevant social science disciplines.

• Demonstrated leadership ability, professional conduct, and supervisory experience.

• Understand military rank structure and culture.

• Demonstrated experience in planning and coordinating logistical, operational, and administrative support for plans, events, programs, and activities.

• Experience managing property and inventory for availability, accountability, and maintenance.

• Demonstrated leadership skills, character, professional conduct, and performance.

• Demonstrated experience in leadership positions.

• Experience in operational and strategic planning and execution.

• Possesses the temperament and skills to effectively engage with students, faculty, and staff to achieve the desired institutional outcomes.

• Must pass a State of Alabama background check.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 20 years of military experience or service in a U.S. governmental agency, Law Enforcement, Fire/EMS, or a combination of those.
• Master's degree in higher education, student personnel administration, business administration, international relations, or other relevant social science disciplines.
• An understanding and appreciation for the Honor System specific to military higher education.
• Experience in supporting the development of educational initiatives to advance student success and career opportunities within business, industry, state and federal government, and the military.
• Experience in the assessment of leadership and character development initiatives.
• Possess a conceptual understanding of the Full Range Leadership Model.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Familiarity with career development paths, models, and career milestones.
• Understanding assessment and evaluation processes.
• Strong organizational and event-planning skills.
• Competency with technology and Microsoft Office software.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
• Demonstrated leadership, ethical conduct, and ability to motivate others.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Flexibility to work in a dynamic environment, including frequent evening and weekend duties.
• This job description covers major duties but does not limit additional responsibilities that may be assigned.

SALARY: Salary Schedule C3 01, $48,158-57,267 (10 months); based on relevant education and experience.

PROJECTED START DATE: ASAP.

Application Procedures/Additional Information

APPLICATION DEADLINE/PROCEDURE:

• Complete application files must be received through NeoEd by July 14, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., Central.

• A complete application package consists of:

• online MMI employment application,

• Letter of interest,

• Current resume [Note: Resume should address how the applicant has fulfilled the qualifications, required and preferred (if applicable), listed on this job announcement], and

• Copy of college transcripts and higher [Note: Applicants should submit ONLY those transcripts from institutions where degrees were awarded (Associates degree or higher. Official transcripts will be required if you are offered the position)].

• Applicant application files that are not complete by the closing date will not be considered.

• The College may extend the application deadline to ensure an adequate pool of qualified applicants.

• Prior to a job offer being made, applicant must submit employment verifications from current and prior education employers.

NOTE: Failure to receive any item listed above, on or before the closing date, will result in disqualification from further consideration. Only items that are postmarked on or before the closing date can be accepted after the closing date.

If you need technical assistance after reviewing the instructions, please contact:

NEOGOV Customer Service:

Monday-Friday

(855)524-5627

An advisory committee will review application files. Individuals selected as finalists will be invited for an interview. A maximum of three finalists will be recommended to the College President for consideration. The President may select one of the recommended applicants to fill the vacancy or may choose to reopen the application and selection process. Applicants must travel at their own expense. If you have a disability and may require accommodations, please notify us at (334) 683.2368.

MMI is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the Alabama Community College System, including all postsecondary community and technical colleges under the control of the Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees, that no employee or application for employment or promotion, on the basis of any impermissible criterion or characteristic including, without limitation, race, color, national origin, religion, marital status, disability, sex, age, or any other protected class as defined by federal and state law, shall be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program, activity, or employment. The school will make reasonable accommodations for qualified disabled applicants of employees. The school reserves the right to withdraw this job announcement at any time prior to the awarding.

In accordance with Alabama Community College System policy and procedures, the applicant chosen for employment will be required to sign a consent form for a criminal background check. Employment will be contingent upon the receipt of a clearance notification from the criminal background check. Marion Military Institute is an active participant in the Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify electronically confirms an employee's eligibility to work in the United States as required by the Department of Homeland Security.

Sick Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns one day of sick leave which is the equivalent of 8 hours of sick leave per month. Unused sick leave is rolled over to the following year. Upon retirement, employees are allowed to convert unused sick time into service time for the purpose of retirement. Further retirement benefits may be found on this page under Alabama Teachers Retirement.

8 hours per month

(may accumulate an unlimited number)

Annual Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earn annual leave per month. A complete description of leave benefits can be found with the Human Resources office.

0-4 years 8 hours per month

5-9 years 10 hours per month

10-14 years 12 hours per month

15-19 years 14 hours per month

20+ 16 hours per month

(may accumulate up to 480 hours)

Personal Leave

All regular full-time non-instructional staff earns up to two (2) regularly scheduled workdays of personal leave per leave year.

Unused Personal Leave converts to sick leave if not used.

(converts to sick leave at the end of August each year if not used)

Professional Leave

Up to 10 days a year of professional development leave with pay may be granted by the President.

Holidays

New Years Day

Martin Luther King/Robert E. Lee Birthday

National Memorial Day

Juneteenth

Independence Day

Labor Day

Veterans Day

Thanksgiving Day

Day after Thanksgiving Day

Christmas Eve

Christmas Day

16 (5 locally assigned)

Contracted Work Days

260

Retirement

The TRS was established in 1939 to provide benefits to qualified persons employed by state-supported educational institutions. Responsibility for the management and administration of the TRS is vested in its Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. The TRS is a defined benefit plan qualified under Section 401(a) of the Internal Revenue Code. For more information visit The Retirement Systems of Alabama. All regular full-time and part-time employees (non-temporary and non- student) who work at least 20 hours per week are required to participate in The Teachers Retirement System of Alabama.

Tier I - Pays 7.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II - Pays 6.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Law Enforcement Officers:

Tier I-Pays 8.50% monthly. State matches 14.57% (effective 10/01/25)

Tier II- Pays 7.20% monthly. State matches 13.61% (effective 10/01/25)

Health Insurance

PEEHIP, established in 1983, provides health insurance benefits for active and retired education employees and is governed by the PEEHIP Board of Control. The Boards of Control elect the Secretary-Treasurer who serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the RSA and is responsible for the day-to-day management of the RSA. For more information visit http://www.rsa-al.gov/index.php/members/peehip

Premium amounts:

• Single $ 30
• Family (without Spouse but with dependents) $ 207
• Employee + Spouse (no dependents) $ 282
• Family (with Spouse and dependents*) $ 307
• Includes $100 per month spousal surcharge Note: The spousal surcharge does not apply to spouses who are independently eligible for PEEHIP.

Tobacco Usage Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The tobacco premium applies only to the PEEHIP Hospital Medical and VIVA Health plans. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive the non-tobacco user discount.

Wellness Premium

• Member $ 50
• Spouse $ 50

The wellness premium applies only to the Blue Cross Blue Shield Hospital Medical Group #14000 plan for non-Medicare eligible active and retired members, non-Medicare-eligible members on LOA or COBRA, and non-Medicare-eligible spouses on active or retired contracts. Refer to the Wellness Program section to learn how you and/or your spouse can receive a wellness premium waiver.

If desired, the employee may elect four options rather than health insurance options to include hospital indemnity, cancer, dental, and vision.

Optional Coverage Plan Premiums

• Cancer, Indemnity, and Vision Single or Family (cost per plan) $ 38
• Dental Single $ 38 Dental Family $ 50

Institution matches $800 monthly (effective 10/01/17).

Duty Hours

(hours vary by campus and needs of the student)

Tuition Assistance

This tuition waiver program is designed for all full-time instructional and non-instructional employees of The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education and their dependents as defined under by policy. The program will be coordinated by each institution for employees within The Alabama College System and the Alabama Department of Postsecondary Education. An application form for the tuition assistance program is available in the Human Resources office and should be completed prior to registration for classes.

Employees/Dependents at two-year colleges:

• 1/3 waived after 1st year
• 2/3 waived after 2nd year
• 3/3 waived after 3rd year

Note: Employee is vested after 10 years in Retirement System. Additional information regarding retirement may be obtained from the Retirement System Web site at www.rsa.al.gov.

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