Page 1 of 6 Created 01-25-2016 09:53:59 Director of Experiential Learn Michael M. Massie, Ph.D. 4001 Meadowcroft Drive Kettering, Ohio 45429 (937) 901-5075 matt.massie111@gmail.com Professional Summary Experienced professional with over 13 years in higher education. Strategic leader with demonstrated skills in identifying areas of opportunity, assessing needs, generating options, and implementing solutions in collaboration with faculty, community partners and college leadership. Dynamic professional with significant experience in developing relationships with employers, non-profit agencies, and community partners. Committed to improving students higher education experiences, ultimately improving retention, completion and student success. Professional Experience Manager Student and Community Engagement, Sinclair Community College Dayton, Ohio 2014 Present Provide operational management and strategic leadership for a high-volume student and community facing department that focuses on three main initiatives: student engagement/civic engagement, leadership development and career development/readiness o Provide leadership and direction for student engagement activities o Direct the college s leadership development initiatives which are based on the principles of Servant Leadership o Oversee the college s initiatives on career development and employer relations Supervise and provide professional development for a staff of 11, including: professional staff, administrative support staff, interns and a graduate assistant. Manage three separate budgets allocated to the department with an emphasis on increasing efficiency and reducing waste. Significant experience in securing funding from internal and external sources to support the needs of the department Responsible for building high-impact co-curricular/experiential learning opportunities that connect students to the local community and allow for personal growth and educational outcomes Develop relationships with local and national organizations to facilitate student involvement in experiential learning opportunities Tasked with re-developing Student Government and aligning that system with the needs of the campus and surrounding communities Collaborate and work closely with instructional divisions, IT, Workforce Development and numerous other community and college partners on special projects, grants and college initiatives Ensure departmental goals and objectives align with college and divisional strategic priorities, including assessment of resources, potential impact of initiatives and awareness of issues and challenges Provide leadership for a cross-functional campus team comprised of faculty seeking to create civic engagement opportunities for students that directly align with regional issues and tie to classroom learning Conduct assessment of department initiatives/programing and report outcomes to college leadership along with using the collected qualitative and quantitative data in future strategic planning cycles Manager Career Services 2007 2014 Provided leadership and direction for an office that served over 5000 individuals per year with a staff of five full-time staff and two part-time personnel Managed departmental budget totaling approximately $500,000 and identify ways to reduce costs, increase efficiencies while improving student experiences. Familiar with zero-based budgeting, resource allocation, operational effectiveness and waste reduction Served as a liaison between regional/national employers and Sinclair students, alumni and faculty, with an increase of more than 150 new employers actively recruiting from Sinclair
Page 2 of 6 Created 01-25-2016 09:53:59 Director of Experiential Learn Identified, develop and implement resources for students and alumni to foster lifelong career success, including: workshops, bootcamps, online resources and classroom presentations Identified and implement technology resources for students, employers and alumni, such as; CSO, Interview Stream (online interview resource), and Social Media (e.g., LinkedIn) Served as the Project Director for the college wide implementation of Career Coach; including leading a cross-campus team responsible for developing all policies, procedures and outcome reporting systems Grants Activity: Ohio Means Internships and Co-Ops Project Director Completion By Design Core Team Member and Implementation Team Member Wal-Mart Brighter Futures Project Assistant Project Director Ohio Department Job and Family Services Career Counseling Project Project Director Committee Activity: Civic Engagement committee (Chair) Completion Council o Life Coaching, Career Exploration and Undecided students Sub-Committee (Co-Chair) Four Year College Transfer Fair (Chair) Online Student Support Services delivery planning Committee (Chair) SOCHE Career Services Committee (Past committee chair) Department of Labor Grant implementation committee Unmanned Aerial Systems planning committee Academic Quality Improvement Program -Student First Year Experience Computer Information Systems - Academic Program Review Physical Therapy Assistant - Academic Program Review SCC1101 - Student Success Course Advisory Committee Conference Presentations: Ohio Two-Year College Career Services Association Dayton, Ohio 2011 Using Technology to Improve Student Success National Association of Colleges and Employers Dallas, Texas 2011 Transforming Displaced Workers for Future Employment Opportunities League of Innovation Baltimore, Maryland 2010 Displaced Workers: Moving Forward for the Future Assistant Director Career Services, ITT Technical Institute Dayton, Ohio 2001 2007 Provided direct student services to a student population of approximately 450 students in 11 academic programs Tasked with developing and maintaining reporting used for regional and national outcomes Provided direct assistance to local and national employers seeking to recruit and hire graduates for open positions Served as Director, performing all associated responsibilities, when needed Networked and communicated best practices with other campuses for the purpose of improving student placement rates Supervised full-time support staff and student workers
Page 3 of 6 Created 01-25-2016 09:53:59 Director of Experiential Learn Entrepreneurial Experience Co-Owner Club K-9 Doggy Daycare Centerville, Ohio 2004 - Present Responsible for all aspects of business operations including: managing finances, staffing, marketing and relationships with clients and vendors Conduct business process modeling and identify areas for operational improvement Use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions regarding services offered, suppliers and pricing structures. Perform life-cycle cost analysis when considering major investments in equipment and facilities upgrades. Apply cost-benefit analysis to determine how potential changes to business model will impact financial performance of the company. Develop procedural manuals and business process diagrams to train staff, ensuring consistency while improving organizational efficiency. Provide training, professional development opportunities and performance management for a staff of 14 Analyze weekly, monthly and quarterly reports to determine performance and establish future projections Teaching Experience Sinclair Community College Dayton, Ohio 2013 - Present Adjunct Faculty MAN1107 Foundations of Business Introduce students to a variety of topics relating to modern business. Coursework focuses on a highlevel overview of topics ranging from organization structure to financial accounting Facilitate classroom discussions on current topics in the global business environment Expose students to resources and information on careers in modern business Assess general education outcomes and course specific learning outcomes and communicated information to department/division leadership MAN2150 Management and Organizational Behavior Deliver materials focusing on increasing students knowledge of contemporary approaches to management, particularly at the supervisory and intermediate levels, and of methods used to create and maintain a positive work environment Create opportunities for discussion on how personal and organizational values influence managers and their role within modern organizations Assist students with identifying relevant careers in business and facilitated conversations on life-long career development Empower students to identify and research topics they felt are important and engage in structured, professional debate (e.g. minimum wage vs CEO compensation) Provide timely feedback and guidance to students relating to coursework SCC101 Student Success Course Provided face to face delivery of content ranging from goal setting to study skills, campus resources and conflict resolution to a population of 30 students per academic term Maintained over a 90% retention rate for students throughout the term Developed syllabus, assignments, grading rubrics and classroom activities Provided feedback to students in class and via an online portal Identified student needs and challenges and provide resources or assistance when appropriate
Page 4 of 6 Created 01-25-2016 09:54:00 Director of Experiential Learn Education: Capella University Minneapolis, Minnesota Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Management, Specialization in Leadership - 2013 Dissertation: An examination of organizational socialization and job satisfaction among higher education staff. Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC) ITT Technical Institute Indianapolis, Indiana Master of Business Administration 2007 Thesis: The Impact of Corporate Ethics on Consumer Confidence Accreditation: Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools (ASICS) Wright State University Fairborn, Ohio Bachelor of Arts in Communications - 2001 Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC) Professional Associations: National Society for Experiential Education (NSEE) American Association of State Colleges and Universities American Democracy Project (AASCU) Campus Compact Southwestern Ohio Council for Higher Education (SOCHE) Miami Valley Human Resources Association (MVHRA) National Association of College and Employers (NACE) National Academic Advising Association (NACADA) Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Ohio Two-Year College Career Services Association
Page 5 of 6 Created 01-25-2016 09:54:00 Director of Experiential Learn Michael Massie 4001 Meadowcroft Road Kettering, Ohio 45420 Matt.massie111@gmail.com (937) 901-5075 December 7, 2015 Mr. Jason Eckert University of Dayton 300 College Park Dayton, Ohio 45469 Dear Mr. Eckert: I would like to take this opportunity to submit my resume for review and consideration for the position of Director of Experiential Learning. I feel strongly that my experiences in higher education, career development, student engagement and experiential learning make me an ideal candidate for this position. Additionally, having recently completed my Ph.D. in Organization Management with a specialization in Leadership I feel I bring relevant and practical experience as well as a strong theoretical foundation that will benefit me in this newly created leadership role. During my career in higher education I have developed a strong passion surrounding all aspects of experiential learning. I have been fortunate to be involved in developing and leading a wide variety of experiential learning opportunities. A few of my experiences include serving as the Project Director for the Ohio Means Internships and Co-Op Grant at Sinclair, collaborating with faculty on service learning opportunities and developing out of classroom engagement opportunities that allow students to apply knowledge gained in the classroom. As a faculty member I have worked to integrate experiential learning into my classes whenever possible; recognizing that students who engage in meaningful activities related to course topics are better prepared apply concepts and theories. Throughout both of my positions at Sinclair Community College, I have been involved in the institutional strategic planning process and am responsible for aligning the priorities and objectives of my department with the overall strategic direction of the college. In my role I serve as part of the Student Affairs leadership team in which I help guide the vision and strategic direction of the division. As part of the strategic planning cycle I am also directly involved in the assessment of department and division initiatives and utilize a variety of assessment methods to ensure continuous improvement of programs and services. Over the last eight years working at Sinclair I have been fortunate to develop numerous relationships with a wide variety of corporations, non-profit organizations, and government agencies. These relationships range from assisting them with connecting to students for volunteer opportunities to developing long-term strategic relationships for meeting future workforce needs. I have been recognized internally and externally for my ability to collaborate with employers, faculty, staff and other stakeholders. I take great pride in being able to develop effective relationships that meet the needs of all parties involved. I feel strongly that I am an effective communicator, both orally and in writing. I am very experienced in presenting to populations ranging from students to senior administrators. I have been fortunate enough to have presented at both national and state level conferences. I believe that one of my strengths is my ability to
Page 6 of 6 Created 01-25-2016 09:54:00 Director of Experiential Learn understand the needs of my audience and adjust my presentation style to match those needs. I am also confident in my ability to communicate in writing. My experiences range from preparing annual strategic plans that require a high level of formality to developing clear and concise procedures and processes. I also believe that I possess a high level of inter-personal skills that are needed to work with the diverse population that this position requires. As a result of my ability to communicate and effectively listen I was one of a very select few individuals chosen to attend an intensive multi-day training on facilitating cross campus dialogue on critical initiatives. I have extensive experience in budget management and I am currently responsible for the management of three separate budgets. I am responsible for actively monitoring the budgets, reviewing expenditures, ensuring they comply with college policy and approving payment. Furthermore it is my responsibility to assist in the budget planning process on an annual basis and identify capital needs, as well as advocate for additional financial resources when appropriate. Over the last eight years I have been actively involved in the development of several successful grant proposals including a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant, a Department of Labor grant and an Ohio Jobs and Family Services grant. As a department Manager I am directly responsible for supervising a diverse staff consisting of; support staff, professional staff, student workers, visiting interns and a contracted graduate assistant. My approach to leadership is built off of various leadership theories but centers on the principles of Servant Leadership, recognizing that the needs of those that we lead are of the utmost importance and by recognizing and nurturing those needs greater things can be achieved. Working in a large, urban community college has provided me the opportunity to work with a very diverse population of students, alumni, community members and regional partners. These experiences have engrained in me an appreciation for the diversity within our community and the students we serve. I have a great appreciation for the Marianist tradition and the mission of the University of Dayton. Throughout my career in higher education I have developed a strong passion surrounding the belief that education serves as a means to help people change their own lives and the lives of others around them. I believe that through providing education we can achieve important social and cultural change. I am honored to be in a profession that allows me to serve the needs of others and the greater good. I would welcome the opportunity to meet with you and the search committee to discuss my qualifications and why I believe I can positively impact the University of Dayton and the students it serves through the role of Director of Experiential Learning. Respectfully, Michael Massie Michael Massie, Ph. D.