PACT Assistant Director

Ohio State University; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The PACT Assistant Director drives strategic planning and program leadership to revitalize Columbus' Near East Side, reporting to the Executive Director. This senior role requires strong operations expertise and the ability to align initiatives with long-term community transformation goals.

You will lead the full lifecycle of project development, supervise consultants and interns, develop work plans with KPIs, and prepare clear updates for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead lifecycle of program and project development from concept through implementation and evaluation.
• Supervise project consultants and interns, develop detailed work plans and KPIs, and prepare updates for stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities and align initiatives with long-term community transformation goals.

Job description

Job Title

PACT Assistant Director

Department

Other Business Activities | PACT

Role Overview

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.

Additional Information

• Location: Taylor Ave, 211 (0841)
• Position Type: Regular
• Scheduled Hours: 40
• Shift: First Shift
• Function: Business Planning and Operations
• Subfunction: Business Operations
• Band: Individual Contributor - Specialized
• Level: S4 Senior
• Background check required.
• A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

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