Director, Special Projects and Programs, President's Executive Office

Job Details

Job Title: Director, Special Projects and Programs, President's Executive Office Posting Start Date: 5/1/26 Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.

UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.

Job Overview

Lead the planning and coordination of administrative and/or operational activities of substantial variety and complexity and support initiatives and projects for the Office of the President.

Essential Functions

• Lead end to end processes for assigned projects and events; assess and make recommendations regarding the development of operating processes, continuously update and improve processes, identify problems and recommend and implement solutions.
• Manage the planning and coordination of programmatic activities for the Office of the President.
• Provide staffing and operational support to the President at events, tours and visits.
• Lead the planning and execution of events hosted by the Office of the President.
• Coordinate all aspects of usage for the President’s suites and seating for athletic events, including scheduling, logistics and communications with stakeholders.
• Partner with the Sr. Director to manage the scheduling and coordination of the Office of the President student associates.
• Partner with the Executive Assistant and Sr. Director to assist with the coordination of use of office facilities and equipment.
• Assist with the reconciliation of expense statements.
• Interact with staff, faculty, external agencies and other university departments.
• Assist with the development of digital content for the President’s Office including invitations, social media collateral, and event photo distribution.
• Research, draft, edit and prepare documents and reports.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Bachelor's Degree

Required Experience

• Five (5) years of related experience in higher education administration
• Experience interfacing with senior executives, Donors, Board of Directors/Trustees, or high-profile individuals, including elected officials
• Ability to work independently on projects, from conception to completion

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Experience working in higher education environment
• Working knowledge of university organization and administration
• Experience planning for and managing events
• Strong writing skills

Physical Requirements/Work Environment- Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. UC Benefits Eligibility may vary by position and FTE status. Highlights include:

Comprehensive Tuition Remission

UC provides tuition remission for you and your eligible dependents, covering tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.

Robust Retirement Plans

As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS) or an Alternative Retirement Plan (ARP), with UC contributing 14–18% of your salary based on position.

Real Work-Life Balance

UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:

Vacation and sick time

11 paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days)

6 weeks of paid parental leave for new parents

Additional Benefits Include:

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision, prescription)
• Flexible spending accounts & wellness programs
• Professional development & mentorship opportunities

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