Hybrid Senior Director, Commonwealth Campuses Strategy

The Pennsylvania State University; Pennsylvania; Hybrid; USD 109,300 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Senior Director to serve as a strategic liaison between Commonwealth Campus leadership and Finance & Business units. This role involves significant collaboration to drive effective decision-making and operational outcomes, requiring approximately 50% travel and a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategy and operations, demonstrating strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred, along with a commitment to advancing equity and belonging.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in strategy, planning, operations, or finance/business services.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between campus leadership and finance units.
• Serve as project manager for campus initiatives.
• Facilitate emergency planning exercises on campus.

Skills

Strategy and planning

Operations management

Finance/business services

Stakeholder collaboration

Complex policy translation

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Job description

The Pennsylvania State University is seeking a Senior Director to serve as a strategic liaison between Commonwealth Campus leadership and Finance & Business units. This role involves significant collaboration to drive effective decision-making and operational outcomes, requiring approximately 50% travel and a hybrid work environment.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in strategy and operations, demonstrating strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills. A Master's degree in a relevant field is preferred, along with a commitment to advancing equity and belonging.