Strategic Director, Commonwealth Campuses Operations

Penn State University; Altoona (PA); Hybrid; USD 109,300 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

75% tuition discount

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Robust retirement plans

Job summary

Penn State University seeks a Senior Director for Commonwealth Campuses focusing on operations and strategy. This executive role requires the ability to manage complex projects and foster collaboration across multiple campuses. The position offers a flexible hybrid work environment with approximately 50% travel.

The ideal candidate has significant experience in strategy and operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and a robust tuition discount program.

Qualifications

• Progressive experience in strategy, planning, operations, finance/business services.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across multiple stakeholders and organizational levels.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills to translate policies for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for operational needs outside central workstreams.
• Liaise between centralized workstreams and campus to troubleshoot issues.
• Manage logistics related to real estate processes and risk management.

Skills

Strategic planning

Collaboration

Strong communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Penn State University seeks a Senior Director for Commonwealth Campuses focusing on operations and strategy. This executive role requires the ability to manage complex projects and foster collaboration across multiple campuses. The position offers a flexible hybrid work environment with approximately 50% travel.

The ideal candidate has significant experience in strategy and operations, strong communication skills, and the ability to navigate complex organizational structures. Attractive benefits include a competitive salary and a robust tuition discount program.