Strategic Campus Redevelopment Leader

E01 System Office; Winooski (VT); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The Vermont State Colleges System seeks a Chief Redevelopment Officer to lead campus redevelopment, adaptive reuse, and community-based initiatives that advance VSCS’s mission across campuses in Vermont. The role requires strategic partnership development with government, municipalities, developers, and community partners.

You will oversee real estate strategies, governance, and project execution from concept through implementation while travelling across Vermont to advance opportunities and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, planning, real estate, or a related field.
• Seven years of leadership experience in campus planning, real estate development, or related areas.
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives with multiple stakeholders.
• Ability to build consensus and influence without direct authority.
• Willingness to travel extensively throughout Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Lead long-range revitalization strategies that align academics, workforce development, and community needs.
• Develop relationships with legislators, municipalities, state agencies, and developers.
• Coordinate stakeholders to align priorities and accelerate decision-making.
• Oversee strategic real estate initiatives including adaptive reuse and partnerships.
• Act as owner’s representative coordinating consultants, campus leaders, and regulators.
• Maintain a prioritized pipeline of opportunities and support governance processes.

Skills

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Financial analysis

Project leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Influence without authority

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, public administration, planning, real estate, economic development, architecture, engineering, higher education administration, or a related field

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

The Vermont State Colleges System seeks a Chief Redevelopment Officer to lead campus redevelopment, adaptive reuse, and community-based initiatives that advance VSCS’s mission across campuses in Vermont. The role requires strategic partnership development with government, municipalities, developers, and community partners.

You will oversee real estate strategies, governance, and project execution from concept through implementation while travelling across Vermont to advance opportunities and