Associate Vice Chancellor for External Affairs

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fayetteville (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Fayetteville State University seeks an Associate Vice Chancellor for External Affairs to lead strategic outreach, community engagement, and public involvement across regional and state networks. This senior role reports to the Vice Chancellor for External Affairs & Military Relations and advises on interactions with public stakeholders to advance the university’s mission.

Responsibilities include building awareness and support for FSU’s programs, monitoring higher education policy, and

Qualifications

• Master's degree in political science, public relations, public administration, higher education administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years’ experience in external affairs, community relations, public advocacy, or a related field, preferably in higher education.
• Familiarity with higher education policies, trends, and challenges related to external affairs and community engagement.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic outreach, community engagement, and public involvement across regional and state networks.
• Advise on interactions with public stakeholders to achieve university objectives and coordinate with the Vice Chancellor for External Affairs & Military Relations.

Skills

Strategic initiatives

Government processes & legislation

Interpersonal & negotiation

Public speaking & representing

Analytical & problem-solving

Cross-department collaboration

Education

Master's degree in political science / public administration / related field

Job description

Position Information

Position Title

Associate Vice Chancellor for External Affairs

Working Title

Associate Vice Chancellor for External Affairs

Position Number

002709

Full-Time Or Part-Time

Full Time

Time Limited Position

No

Number of Vacancies

1

Department

External Affairs & Military Relations

Posting Number

0401872

SHRA/EHRA

Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Job Category

Professional

Hiring Range

Commensurate with Education and Experience

Overall Position Competency

Exempt Professional Staff (EPS)

Primary Purpose of the Organization

The Office of External Affairs and Military Relations serves as anadvocate and the primary liaison between Fayetteville StateUniversity and the communities in which it resides on a widevariety of local, regional, state, and federal issues. The officeserves as the principal liaison and the point of contact betweenthe university and all levels of community agencies, organizations,and government. The office also acts as a liaison to the Universityof North Carolina System's State and Federal Relations Offices inmonitoring legislation relative to higher education, working withlegislators and their staff to influence public policy, and helpingto increase awareness of the university’s educational outreach andresearch programs.

Primary Purpose of the Position

The Associate Vice Chancellor for External Affairs plays a crucialrole in facilitating and providing guidance to variousorganizational initiatives related to communications, publicinvolvement, education, and community relations projects. Thisposition is responsible for building community awareness andsupport for Fayetteville State University ( FSU ) and its programsthroughout the region. Reporting to and receiving assignments fromthe Vice Chancellor for External Affairs & Military Relations,the Associate Vice Chancellor serves as a key advisor ininteractions with the university’s public stakeholders to achievethe objectives of the university.

Minimum Education And Experience Requirements

• A master’s degree in political science, public relations, public administration, higher education administration, or arelated field.
• 5-7 years’ experience in external affairs, communityrelations, public advocacy, or a related field, preferably in a higher education setting.
• Familiarity with higher education policies, trends, andchallenges, particularly related to external affairs and communityengagement.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Proven ability to develop and implement strategic initiatives that enhance an organization’s reputation and foster communitysupport.
• Strong knowledge of local, regional, state, and federal government processes, policies, and legislative frameworks.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to effectively engage with diverse stakeholders and build consensus.
• Demonstrated experience in public speaking, representing an organization at public events, and advocating for legislativepriorities.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the abilityto identify emerging issues, assess their impact, and developappropriate strategies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a wide range ofindividuals and departments within a complex organizationalstructure.
• Familiarity with higher education policies, trends, andchallenges, particularly related to external affairs and communityengagement.

Notice to Applicants

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase "see resume".

Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Open Until Filled

Yes

Additional Information for Applicants

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degreesverified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided forall earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfycredential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are theresponsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credithistory check (if applicable).

Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran's Statement

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for openings.

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
3. Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Other Documents Continued
3. Other Documents Continued.