Director of Strategic Initiatives

Director Of Strategic Initiatives Student Affairs

The Director of Strategic Initiatives provides leadership for division-wide strategic planning, organizational effectiveness, and cross-functional project management within the Division of Student Affairs. Reporting to the Vice Provost of Student Affairs, this position partners closely with divisional leadership to advance strategic priorities, improve organizational performance, and strengthen operational alignment across more than twenty departments. The Director serves as the Division's central resource for coordinating strategic initiatives, facilitating planning processes, and supporting implementation of institutional priorities. Through collaboration with senior leadership, assessment professionals, communications staff, and campus partners, the position ensures strategic projects are effectively planned, executed, assessed, and communicated.

Strategic Planning & Organizational Effectiveness

Coordinate development, implementation, and ongoing assessment of the Division's Strategic Plan. Facilitate strategic planning meetings, retreats, and leadership work sessions. Develop implementation plans, timelines, performance measures, and accountability frameworks. Identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness, operational efficiency, and cross-departmental collaboration.

Project & Initiative Management

Lead complex, division-wide strategic initiatives involving multiple Student Affairs departments. Coordinate implementation of executive priorities and monitor project progress. Support organizational change initiatives through planning, communication, and stakeholder engagement. Develop project management tools, dashboards, and status reports.

Assessment, Reporting & Executive Support

Integrate assessment findings, institutional research, and operational data into strategic decision-making. Prepare executive reports, Board of Trustees materials, annual reports, presentations, and strategic communications. Monitor progress toward strategic goals using performance metrics and assessment data. Provide research, analysis, and strategic planning support to divisional leadership.

Collaboration & Partnership Development

Foster collaborative relationships across Student Affairs and University partners. Coordinate strategic initiatives requiring collaboration among multiple campus stakeholders. Represent the Division on assigned committees and strategic initiatives. Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and organizational learning.