PACT Assistant Director

The Ohio State University; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Background check

Drug screening

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

The Ohio State University invites applications for the PACT Assistant Director in Columbus, OH. This senior-level role leads the development and execution of initiatives under Partners Achieving Community Transformation (PACT) and coordinates with diverse partners to align strategy with operational resources.

Reporting to the Executive Director, the position emphasizes strategic planning, business operations, and performance measurement, with responsibilities for supervising consultants,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience is required.
• Advanced degree in a relevant field may be desirable.
• 6 years of relevant experience required; 8–12 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full lifecycle of program and project development from concept to implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement.
• Supervise project consultants and interns and manage detailed work plans with KPIs.
• Prepare clear, timely updates and reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with partners and provide consultative support, requiring influencing, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Program management

Stakeholder communication

Influencing

Negotiation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Advanced degree (desirable)

Job description

Job Title:PACT Assistant DirectorDepartment:Other Business Activities | PACT

The Assistant Director, Partners Achieving Community Transformation (PACT), plays a pivotal role in driving the multifaceted effort to revitalize a historic neighborhood and enhance the quality of life for those who live, work, worship, and travel within Columbus' Near East Side. Reporting to the Executive Director, this senior-level role brings specialized expertise in strategic planning, business operations, and project execution to ensure programs and initiatives are thoughtfully designed, effectively implemented, and consistently aligned with PACT's priorities and long-term community transformation goals.

The Assistant Director leads the full lifecycle of program and project development from concept formulation through implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement. This includes supervising project consultants and interns, developing and managing detailed work plans, establishing key performance indicators, and preparing clear, timely updates and reports for both internal and external stakeholders.

The role requires strong analytical thinking, program management capability, and the ability to translate complex ideas for an array of audiences. The Assistant Director collaborates with and provides consultative support to a broad range of partners, requiring exceptional influencing, negotiation, and relationship-building skills. As a specialized individual contributor, the Assistant Director aligns strategy with operational resources, drives cross-functional coordination, and contributes to long-term organizational and community vitality.

Minimum Education & Experience Required:

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Advanced degree in relevant field may be desirable. 6 years of relevant experience required. 8-12 years of relevant experience preferred.

Function: Business Planning and Operations

Subfunction: Business Operations

Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized

Level: S4 Senior

Additional Information:Location:Taylor Ave, 211 (0841)Position Type:RegularScheduled Hours:40 Shift:First Shift Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.