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Director, Strategic Initiatives

Employer
Governors State University
Location
University Park, IL

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Position Type:

Civil Service

Classification Title:

Program Director

Position's Functional Title:

Director, Strategic Initiatives

Position Summary:

The Director, Strategic Initiatives will be responsible for supervising professional SXL Staff for Marketing and Strategic Planning Functions in the School of Extended Learning at Governors State University. The Director will provide and promote vision and leadership which requires skillful management of personnel, such as assignment of duties, training, assessment of performance and annual evaluation. The Director, reports to the Executive Director of the SXL and within the Office of the Provost and is responsible for ongoing and successful Strategic Planning for Revenue Growth and Sustainability, Diversification of Funding Sources, and Marketing, Communications, and Public Relations Strategy. The Director represents the School of Extended Learning by participating in many initiatives across the organization and with external stakeholders and partners.

Salary Range: $76,000 to $89,000.
(This is a non-unionized position. Salary starts at the base and is determined based on Education and Experience exceeding the minimum qualifications).

This position is Full-time with a Hybrid work option. It qualifies for an expansive suite of fringe benefits including, various insurance options, paid time off, retirement and investment options, and tuition waivers. Visit: https://www.govst.edu/benefits/.

Minimum Qualifications:

REQUIRED: COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY TRANSCRIPTS, WHICH INCLUDES THE EARNED DEGREE AND CONFERRED DATE MUST BE ATTACHED FOR CONSIDERATION OF THIS POSITION (See “Special instructions to applicants” section below).

· Master’s degree in Business, Public Administration, Marketing, or related field.

· Strategy, project or change management, and/or consulting roles (10+ years)

· Ability to quickly develop and recommend innovative solutions to new market or funding opportunities

· Marketing and strategic communications development

· Grant-writing experience (5+ years)

EXAM REQUIREMENT: CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT (YOU ARE NOT REQUIRED TO COME IN TO TEST FOR THIS POSITION).

For more details regarding this classification, visit: https://www.sucss.illinois.gov/pages/classspec/Detail.aspx?tblClassIndexID=3688.

Preferred Qualifications:

Familiarity with digital marketing, SEO, social media channels and social engagement practices/tactics

Posting Date:

06/07/2022

Closing Date:

07/10/2022

Open Until Filled:

No

Posting Number:

CS0671P

Type of Search:

External

Quicklink for Posting:

https://employment.govst.edu/postings/7209

Special Instructions to Applicants:

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENT:

For consideration, applicants are required to attach the following:
1: All College/University Transcripts.
2: Online Application – Must be fully completed, include all dates of employment, employment status (full-time or if part-time, include percentages), job duties and responsibilities (full details).
3: Cover Letter.
4: Resume.
5: A list of three Professional References (We will only contact your references if you are a finalist).

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT:
Illinois residency required within 180 days of the hire date.

CREDENTIAL ASSESSMENT EXAM DETAILS:
This vacancy involves a Credential Assessment Examination which consist of a review and rating of the applicants Education, Experience, Licenses, and other qualifications. Applicants are required to provide electronic documentation as listed above to verify that the minimum qualifications for this position has been met.

VETERAN’S PREFERENCE POINTS:
Veterans may be eligible to receive additional points on a passing final examination score. To determine eligibility, submit one of the following documents to the Department of Human Resources:
1: Department of Defense – DD214 / DD215
2: National Guard – NGB22 Form
3: Discharge Orders
4: Reserves – DD256 Discharge Certificate

Note: Documentation must be received by the closing date of this posting.

Organization

Working at Governors State University

Success by Degrees

GSU is an “island of excellence,” according to Dr. Martha J. Kanter, Under Secretary of the United States Department of Education. With bold, new initiatives, 23 bachelor’s, 27 master’s, and five doctoral degree programs, GSU excels at providing the quality education that is essential for success in today’s world.

Success by Opportunity

GSU’s exemplary efforts bring unequalled education opportunities to the region’s diverse population. The university is remarkably inclusive and serves students from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. The student body, like the faculty and staff, reflect a rich blend of ideas, perspectives, talents, and life experiences.

Success by Innovation

GSU, expanding on its commitment to excellence and reflecting the best research on student success, will become a full-service university with the admission of its inaugural freshman class in 2014. The groundbreaking Dual Degree Program encourages community college students to complete both an associate and bachelor’s degree at an affordable tuition rate and with comprehensive academic advising.

Success by Commitment

GSU is committed to serving as the region’s public square and making the community stronger through programs and partnerships in education, healthcare, government, and business. The Center for Performing Arts and Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park integrate arts and education. The university is also fully committed to sustainability through its alternative energy and conservation efforts.

Success by Excellence

GSU, the only public university in the Chicago Southland region, is a national model in providing education pathways that lead its graduates to lives rich in purpose, commitment, and contribution.

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