K-12 Education Strategy Director

The Ohio State University; North Carolina; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University is seeking an Assistant Director for K-12 Education to lead the Center's long-term strategy and national engagement in classical and liberal education. You will direct partnerships, policy discussions, and transformative programs with university and external stakeholders to advance citizenship education.

This senior role requires a proven record in strategic leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional oversight.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated commitment to the Chase Center’s mission.
• B.A. degree.
• 8 years relevant experience required.
• Record of developing and maintaining partnerships across a variety of stakeholders, especially in the K-12 classical and liberal arts context.
• Experience building, leading, and managing an organization.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Record demonstrating poise, professionalism, good judgment, attention to detail, and ability to respond to deadlines in a timely manner.
• Record of success in a fast-paced, changing environment that involves the management of multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Direct the development and implementation of the Center's long-term K-12 strategy and establish priorities that advance the mission of citizenship education at the state, regional, and national levels.
• Serve as the Center's primary strategic advisor on K-12 education, providing recommendations to the Executive Director regarding emerging opportunities, risks, trends, and investments.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives involving faculty, staff, university partners, and external organizations to advance the Center's strategic priorities.
• Develop and maintain relationships with national and state leaders, educational organizations, policymakers, foundations, and institutions to strengthen the Center's influence and impact.
• Identify and advance opportunities that expand the Center's visibility, partnerships, and leadership within the classical and liberal education movement.
• Lead strategic projects and special initiatives as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, faculty collaborators, and project teams supporting K-12 initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Partnership development

Leadership

Strategic planning

Excellent communication

Education

B.A. degree

Job description

The Ohio State University is seeking an Assistant Director for K-12 Education to lead the Center's long-term strategy and national engagement in classical and liberal education. You will direct partnerships, policy discussions, and transformative programs with university and external stakeholders to advance citizenship education.

This senior role requires a proven record in strategic leadership, collaboration, and cross-functional oversight.