Executive Director - Strategic Initiatives

University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB); Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 200,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

Paid leave

Tuition remission

Flexible work schedule

Telework options

Job summary

The University of Maryland, Baltimore (UMB) seeks an Executive Director – Strategic Initiatives to lead strategic planning efforts, coordinate major projects, and drive organizational effectiveness across the School of Medicine and Administration Division. You will oversee consultants, manage data-driven reports, and advise senior leadership on opportunities for coordination and growth.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s degree with 10 years of leadership experience, and a Master’s or Doctorate

Qualifications

• Strategic thinking and planning with strong research design skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and presentation abilities.
• Ability to lead, influence, and build consensus across complex org structures.
• Experience designing and implementing organizational strategy and assessment.

Responsibilities

• Play a central role in strategic planning processes and assist in development of assessment tools.
• Coordinate resources with senior leadership to support major projects.
• Develop and coordinate organizational effectiveness efforts, including goal deployment and performance measures.
• Manage external consultants and external partnerships for institutional initiatives.
• Coordinate external reviews of academic units and prep reviewer materials.
• Provide guidance on business development opportunities and cross‑unit coordination.
• Prepare high‑level reports and surveys; represent the University/School in events and workgroups.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Data analysis

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's or Doctorate preferred

Job description

The University of Maryland School of Medicine, Department of Medicine, Administration Division is recruiting for an Executive Director – Strategic Initiatives.

Benefits: Exempt Regular

UMB offers a comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes wellness, work/life balance, and professional development, along with additional exciting perks that employees can take advantage of. This position participates in a retirement program (pension or optional retirement plan/ORP) that must be selected and is effective on your date of hire. Exempt regular staff receive a generous PAID leave package that includes over 4 weeks of vacation accrued each year, 15 paid holidays, 3 personal leave, unlimited accrual of sick time, and comprehensive health insurance; professional learning and development programs; tuition remission for employees and their dependents at any University System of Maryland school; and flexible work schedules and teleworking options (if applicable per job).

UMB is a public university and constituent institution of the University System of Maryland. All employees are expected to work primarily physically within the State of Maryland.

Primary Duties

• Play a central role in strategic planning processes and assist in the development of assessment tools to track progress toward strategic planning goals. Provide support and analysis for the purpose of successful completion of University/School initiatives and to inform leadership in the deliberation and creation of strategies for institutional improvement.
• Coordinate resources with the senior leadership and staff to ensure maximum support for the major projects.
• Develop and coordinate organizational effectiveness efforts, including goal deployment and performance measures.
• Manage the activities of external consultants, assisting with matters of institutional and leadership profile-building and external partnerships.
• Coordinate external reviews of academic units, which include recruitment of reviewers, synchronization of schedules, preparation of pre-review materials, and compilation of reviewer assessments.
• Provide guidance to the senior leadership on business development matters and advise on opportunities for coordination with other ongoing efforts of the University/School.
• Compile information to prepare high-level reports and complete surveys/questionnaires.
• Represent the University/School at various civic and community events and on workgroups and committees.

Education

Bachelor's Degree. Master's or doctorate degree preferred.

Experience

Ten (10) years of experience working in an administrative leadership role in a comparable field

Supervisory Experience

Five (5) years of experience in a management/leadership role

Certification/Licensure

N/A

Other

Except for qualifications established by law, additional related experience and formal education in which one has gained the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for full performance of the work of the job class may be substituted for the education or experience requirement on a year-for-year basis with 30 undergraduate college credits being equivalent to one year of related experience. In instances where specific education and/or experience is required only directly related education and/or experience may be substituted.

• Strategic thinking and planning with exceptional skills and experience in research design, strategic planning and assessment of institutional effectiveness.
• Superb interpersonal skills and in oral and written communication.
• Demonstrated abilities in organizational planning and strategy development.
• Commitment to teamwork and consensus‑building, with a demonstrated ability to partner and lead through influence, across organizational lines.
• Proven record of successfully establishing and implementing strategic initiatives.
• Proven capacity to manipulate large data sets as well as expertise in designing and producing data‑based institutional reports.
• Follow directives; exhibit ability to adapt to and manage changing work environments; cooperate and work respectfully with others and actively participate and engage in pro‑active problem solving.
• Ability to work independently and exercise latitude; begin projects independently (or as assigned), and bring projects (or assignments) to conclusion on a timely basis.
• Prior experience and understanding of a complex organizational structure and working environment.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Thorough knowledge of position requirements. Thorough knowledge of all applicable requirements, regulations, and laws. Skill in effective use of applicable technology/systems. Ability to effectively communicate both verbal and written thoughts, ideas, and facts. Ability to support a mission and strategic vision. Instructional, training, and teambuilding skills to strengthen and cultivate relationships. Skill in consultation and change management. Ability to demonstrate, understand, apply, and adhere to the UMB Core Values of Respect and Integrity, Well‑being and Sustainability, Equity and Justice, and Innovation and Discovery.

Hiring Range

$200,000 - $230,000, Commensurate with education and experience

UMB is committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce and is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, ancestry or national origin, sex, pregnancy or related conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, marital status, protected veteran's status, or any other legally protected classification.

If you anticipate needing a reasonable accommodation for a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), during any part of the employment process, please submit a UMB Job Applicant Accommodation Request. You may also contact [e-mail] Please note that only inquiries concerning an ADA request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

The University of Maryland, Baltimore prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates. Individuals may report concerns or questions to the Title IX Coordinator. Read the UMB Notice of Non-Discrimination for more information.

Job

Reg or CII Exempt Staff

Full Time/Part Time

Full-Time

Shift

Day Job

Organization

School of Medicine - Department of Medicine

Job Posting

Aug 24, 2026

Unposting Date

Aug 31, 2026, 10:59:00 PM