Associate Director, Character & Public Impact Programs

Radford University; Radford, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Radford University’s Highlander Center for Character and Public Impact seeks a motivated individual to manage large projects and events. The role coordinates with community partners and campus offices to align Center and University goals, assists with assessment and budget, and oversees communications and space.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree and at least three years in higher education or non-profit settings, plus strong leadership and collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required.
• At least three years in higher education or non-profit.
• Commitment to character development and community flourishing.
• Strong organizational, planning and budgeting skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration across diverse groups.
• Proficient with technology to improve processes (spreadsheets, Canva, social media).
• Demonstrated leadership experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage large projects and events for the Center.
• Coordinate with community partners and campus offices.
• Assist with assessment, reporting, and budget management.
• Oversee communications platforms (social media, campus announcements).
• Supervise student workers and maintain Center space.
• Opportunity to design and teach a course with the right credentials.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Budget management

Leadership

Technology fluency

Collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

Master's degree

Ph.D.

Tools

Canva

Microsoft Word

IRB software

Social media platforms

Spreadsheets (Excel)

Job description

Radford University’s Highlander Center for Character and Public Impact seeks a motivated individual to manage large projects and events. The role coordinates with community partners and campus offices to align Center and University goals, assists with assessment and budget, and oversees communications and space.

Qualifications include a Master’s degree and at least three years in higher education or non-profit settings, plus strong leadership and collaboration skills.