"Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Relations"

Job Description

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Dean of the College for Community Health, the Director of Strategic Partnerships & Community Relations works to build new and enhance existing relationships with communities, corporations, and other interested stakeholders. These relationships assist in recruiting new undergraduate and graduate students, increase opportunities for hands-on experiences for existing students, create open discussions with partners for new programming opportunities; and expand the reach and brand awareness of all CCHL programs and opportunities.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Maintain a centralized repository of all external partnerships and engagements (internship, career placement, adjunct partnerships).
• Serve as the College’s point person for campus-wide community college efforts.
• Work with faculty and staff to develop entrepreneurial and special programs that provide new sources of revenue for the College.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff on the creation of Summer and/or Early College programs, professional development opportunities, and other credit or non-credit-bearing programs.
• Work closely with faculty and staff in the College in each component of the enrollment funnel and partner with the Offices of Undergraduate Admissions and Graduate Admissions for recruitment and enrollment initiatives.
• Work with department chairs and faculty program advisors regarding systems and new initiatives to enhance admissions and enrollment.
• Coordinate and facilitate the College’s participation in university recruiting, prospective student events and new student orientations
• Plan and execute strategies to enhance community relations and partnerships that align with the College’s missions and goals.
• Represent the College at community fairs, events, and local outreach initiatives to promote visibility and community engagement.
• Work with the Dean to develop and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships, and support fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and strategic partnership development.
• Partner with Alumni Relations to strengthen connections with graduates and create opportunities for alumni to engage with current students, faculty, and programs.
• Support the Dean’s work with the College Advisory Board, helping to coordinate meetings, manage communications, and facilitate strategic initiatives.
• Leverage relationships with alumni and Advisory Board members to enhance student opportunities, including mentorship, internships, and career development.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.

QUALIFICATIONS:

REQUIRED:

• Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.
• Minimum four years of professional experience in higher education, healthcare systems, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience in community engagement, partnership development, or external relations.
• Proven ability to cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with diverse constituencies, including community leaders, educational institutions, corporate partners, and alumni.
• Strong commitment to serving students from diverse backgrounds and advancing principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.
• Willingness and ability to travel to community sites and participate in occasional evening and weekend events.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of building trust and rapport across stakeholder groups.
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences.

PREFERRED:

• Experience with fundraising, alumni relations, or working with advisory boards.
• Familiarity with enrollment management, student recruitment strategies, or experiential learning program development.

PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.

Salary Range
$95,000.00-$105,000.00 Annually
The position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: https://www.montclair.edu/human-resources/benefits/

Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.

Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.

Department
College for Community Health

Position Type
Administrative

Contact Information:
For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at 973-655-5000 (Option 2), or email talent@montclair.edu.