Director of Strategic Initiatives - Old Dominion University

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Job Title Director of Strategic Initiatives



Department VP STUDENT ENGAGEMENT & ENROLL SERV



Position Number FP524A



Location Norfolk, VA



Job Summary

The Director of Strategic Initiatives is a key leader within the Student Enrollment, Engagement & Services ( SEES ) division, driving forward the official SEES Vision and Mission. This role encompasses strategic resource development, government relations support, organizational effectiveness initiatives, high-end student engagement, and executive support functions. Reporting directly to the Chief of Staff, the Director plays a pivotal role in advancing the SEES division’s commitment to fostering a culture of continuous learning, innovation, and empowerment for both campus-based students and employees.





Position Type FullTime



Type of Recruitment General Public



Minimum Qualifications



+ Master’s degree in higher education administration, educational leadership, college student personnel administration, or a related field; or a bachelor’s degree with experience equivalent to a master’s degree.



+ Some knowledge of government relations and legislative processes.



+ Demonstrated ability to lead organizational effectiveness initiatives.



+ Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.



+ Ability to analyze and interpret data to communicate trends and patterns.



+ Ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage complex projects effectively.



+ Demonstrated ability to work with and coordinate the efforts of diverse groups.



+ Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.



+ Proven experience in strategic resource development, fundraising, and grants management







Preferred Qualifications



+ Considerable experience working with executive leaders with demonstrated ability to be diplomatic in complex settings.



+ Demonstrated ability and passion for advancing student success and empowering individuals to thrive.







Conditions of Employment










Job Open Date 10/25/2024



Open Until Filled Yes



Application Review Date 11/22/2024



Job Close Date



Special Instructions to Applicants / Additional Materials Required



Criminal Background Check The final candidate is required to complete a criminal history check.



Department Information



Equity Statement

It is the policy of Old Dominion University to provide equal employment, educational and social opportunities for all persons, without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists), color, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, political affiliation, sexual orientation or genetic information. Individuals from minoritized communities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.





Reasonable Accommodation Request

If you are an individual with a disability and require reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Institutional Equity & Diversity at (757) 683-3141.





Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or © consistent with contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.





ODU Statement

Old Dominion University, located in Norfolk, is Virginia’s forward-focused public doctoral research university with more than 23,000 students, a top R1 research ranking, rigorous academics, an energetic residential community and initiatives that contribute $2.6 billion annually to Virginia’s economy.











Applicant Documents

Required Documents



+ Resume



+ Cover Letter/Letter of Application



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