Executive Director, Presidential Operations

University-of-Mount-Saint-Vincent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition benefits

Commuter benefits

403(b) Retirement Plan

Professional development

Job summary

University of Mount Saint Vincent is seeking a Director of Presidential Operations to maximize the President's effectiveness through executive logistics and strategic coordination. The role oversees the Office of the President, calendar orchestration, and travel, ensuring aligned priorities with the Vice President for Strategy.

The successful candidate will bring five+ years supporting senior leaders, strong governance experience, and superb organizational and communication skills, with

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience supporting a president or senior leader.
• Experience in higher education, nonprofit leadership, or similar mission-driven environments preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills with ability to manage multiple priorities and tight deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and maturity.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication, including briefing materials and executive correspondence.
• Experience coordinating board materials, governance processes, and governance-related events.

Responsibilities

• Own the President's complex calendar and prioritize meetings, travel, and priorities.
• Coordinate domestic and international travel, logistics, and materials.
• Prepare concise briefing materials for presidential meetings and board engagements.
• Draft executive correspondence and maintain professional governance communications.
• Maintain an integrated view of commitments, deadlines, and follow-ups across the President and Strategy VP.
• Ensure continuity, no-surprises operations, and effective escalation when needed.
• Support governance activities, board scheduling, and event logistics.
• Foster relationships with trustees, donors, partners, and campus stakeholders.

Skills

Calendar management

Board governance

Travel logistics

Briefing materials

Executive communication

Discretion & judgment

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree required

Advanced degree welcome

Tools

Microsoft Office

AI tools (exec workflows)

Job description

University of Mount Saint Vincent is seeking a Director of Presidential Operations to maximize the President's effectiveness through executive logistics and strategic coordination. The role oversees the Office of the President, calendar orchestration, and travel, ensuring aligned priorities with the Vice President for Strategy.

The successful candidate will bring five+ years supporting senior leaders, strong governance experience, and superb organizational and communication skills, with