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The Pennsylvania State University

POSITION SPECIFICS We are seeking a Division Head for the Guidance and Control Technologies (GCT) Division of the Undersea Systems Office (USO) at the Penn State University Applied Research ...

Valley Bank

Division Sales & Service Liaison

Dover, NJ · On-site

Participate in and lead a segment of the weekly/monthly divisional sales - service meetings. Assist the Division Head with preparation, team building exercises and PowerPoints. * Strengthen Valley ...

The Pennsylvania State University

POSITION SPECIFICS We are seeking a Division Head for the Guidance and Control Technologies (GCT) Division of the Undersea Systems Office (USO) at the Penn State University Applied Research ...

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To thrive as a Division Head, you need strong leadership abilities, strategic planning skills, and a proven track record in management, usually supported by an advanced degree in business or a related field. Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems, performance analytics tools, and industry-specific software is often required. Exceptional communication, decision-making, and team-building skills set outstanding Division Heads apart. These competencies are crucial for driving organizational success, aligning teams with strategic goals, and ensuring effective operations across divisions.

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AspectDivision HeadDepartment Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree, often with advanced degrees or industry certificationsUsually holds a bachelor's degree; certifications depend on the industry
Work EnvironmentOversees multiple departments or units within a division, strategic focusManages a specific department or team, operational focus
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in large corporations, manufacturing, and multinational companiesFound across various industries, including retail, finance, and healthcare

The main difference is that a Division Head oversees multiple departments within a division, focusing on strategic leadership, while a Department Manager manages a specific department's daily operations. Division Heads have broader responsibilities and often require more extensive experience and credentials compared to Department Managers.

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As a Division Head, collaboration with other departments is essential to ensure alignment with the organization’s strategic objectives. You’ll often participate in cross-functional meetings, coordinate joint projects, and communicate regularly with leaders from finance, HR, operations, and other divisions. Effective collaboration involves not only sharing information and resources but also resolving conflicts and fostering a team-oriented culture. This interdepartmental cooperation helps drive efficiency, innovation, and overall business success.

What are Division Heads?

Division Heads are senior-level managers responsible for overseeing a specific division or department within an organization. They set strategic goals, manage budgets, lead teams, and ensure their division aligns with the company's overall objectives. Division Heads often report directly to executive leadership, such as the CEO or COO, and play a vital role in decision-making and operational efficiency. Their leadership ensures that their division meets key performance indicators and contributes to the company's success.
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Deputy Division Head - Applied Sustainment Technology Division (Faculty)

Penn State University

University Park, PA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Posted 24 days ago

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7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
  • CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.
  • If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants.

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.
POSITION SPECIFICS
We are searching for a Deputy Division Head to join our Applied Sustainment Division (AST) Division of the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. The AST Division is an interdisciplinary group of engineers, software developers, functional business process experts, and IT professionals who collaborate to develop technologies for logistics, maintenance, and lifecycle asset sustainment for DoD systems. We conduct applied R&D efforts focused on acquiring data, turning data into information and knowledge, and securely delivering that data, information and knowledge to the right warfighter at the right time to support logistics and maintenance. Our research spans the spectrum from the warfighter edge to the heart of the enterprise. This position may be filled as either a Research and Development Engineer or a non-tenure Research Faculty.
ARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.
You will:
  • Lead a group of engineers and scientists in business development activities that include strategic planning for identifying new business opportunities, developing activity plans for meeting with new potential sponsors, and creating business development presentation material
  • Lead and/or assist in the development of proposals and projects that further our knowledge and expertise in the area of Applied Sustainment Technologies
  • Lead a group of engineers, scientists, and support staff that are engaged in the development of technologies critical to the advancement of the Applied Sustainment Technologies Division
  • Mentor and encourage creativity in innovative technologies and research
  • Support labor planning activities to ensure all departmental staff and faculty are appropriately and sufficiently tasked at all times
  • Work with Division Head to review and analyze Division level financial project and overhead funding/expenditure data to enable data driven decision making for managing the Division
  • Assist with recruitment and retaining, and define performance expectations of department head staff and faculty
  • Assist with evaluating the professional growth and performance of Department Heads through performance reviews and coaching conversations

Faculty rank will be commensurate with education and experience. Minimally requires a Master's degree in an engineering or science discipline and 1 year related experience. A Doctorate degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or Aerospace Engineering is preferred.
Required skills/experience areas include:
  • Demonstrated success leading a team of engineers/scientists, and collaborating with large teams on multi-organization, multi-disciplinary projects
  • Demonstrated success developing new business, including proposal writing and technical presentation skills

Preferred skills/experience areas include:
  • Current eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required
  • Previous management and technical leadership in the development, engineering, and sustainment technologies

Your working location will be in State College, PA.
ARL's purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Department of Defense (DoD), and the Intel Community (IC).
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our web site at www.arl.psu.edu.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
All positions at ARL require candidates to possess the ability to obtain a government security clearance; you will be notified during the interview process if this position is subject to a government background investigation. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply. Employment with the ARL will require successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen.
BENEFITS
Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.
For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.
EEO IS THE LAW
Penn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.
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