Executive Director, Strategic Engagement

Position Title:

Executive Director Strategic Engagement

Job Description:

POSITION TITLE:Executive Director Strategic Engagement
STATUS:Full time
DEPARTMENT: Strategic Engagement
DIVISION: Presidents Office
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
UNION: Non-union
REPORTS TO: President
ACCOUNTABIILTY TO: Executive Vice President
PLACEMENT: Administrator Grade S16
HIRING RANGE: $112817 - $141108 annually

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity gender language age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Executive Director of Strategic Engagement reports to the President is a member of the Presidents Cabinet and serves in a significant advisory and liaison capacity to advance institutional priorities legislative and government relations community engagement and Board relations.

Working in close collaboration with the President Executive Vice President Cabinet and internal and external partners the Executive Director provides strategic counsel coordinates high-priority initiatives cultivates key relationships supervises a part-time Senior Administrative Assistant and manages assigned budgetary responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Executive Leadership & Presidential Advisory Support
as a strategic advisor and liaison to the President on legislative governmental community and Board-related matters that advance the Colleges mission and strategic priorities.
executive-level analysis recommendations briefings and follow-through on high-priority institutional initiatives.
complex cross-functional initiatives involving executive leadership Cabinet members college stakeholders and external partners.
emerging opportunities risks and stakeholder concerns providing proactive strategies and recommendations.
and oversee executive communications presentations briefings correspondence and materials supporting strategic engagement priorities.
the College at governmental community educational business and civic events and initiatives.

Legislative Governmental & Public Affairs
and maintain strategic relationships with elected officials governmental agencies legislative representatives and public-sector partners.
legislative and public policy developments and advise institutional leadership on potential impacts opportunities and recommended actions.
governmental relations and advocacy efforts that support institutional priorities funding objectives workforce development and student success.
legislative communications advocacy materials testimony and the contractual relationship with external governmental affairs consultants.

Community Engagement & Strategic Partnerships
institutional community engagement and partnership strategies that strengthen relationships and advance student success workforce development and community impact.
and manage key external relationships with community leaders businesses educational institutions nonprofit organizations workforce partners and elected officials.
and coordinate strategic partnership opportunities that enhance the Colleges visibility reputation and impact within the communities it serves.

Board Relations & Governance
as the Presidents strategic advisor on Board relations governance matters Board communications and stakeholder engagement.
executive oversight of Board governance processes Board meeting preparation communications follow-up activities and consolidation election coordination.
timely and consistent responses to Board requests in accordance with established policies governance protocols and legal requirements.

Administrative Leadership & Resource Management
assigned personnel budgets contracts and resources in accordance with college policies sound business practices and institutional objectives.
and maintain effective processes reporting structures and accountability measures to support the successful execution of strategic engagement responsibilities.
a culture of collaboration responsiveness accountability and service excellence within the areas of responsibility.
strategic oversight and coordination of College sponsorships and sponsorship opportunities ensuring alignment with institutional priorities community engagement goals brand standards and the responsible stewardship of College resources.
other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

degree or other advanced degree in Public Administration Public Policy Political Science Government Relations Higher Education Administration Organizational Leadership Communications Public Affairs Business Administration or a related field from an accredited institution.
(5) years of progressively responsible leadership experience in legislative or government relations community engagement public affairs executive administration board relations higher education nonprofit leadership or a related field.
ability to advise senior leaders support governance or Board-related work coordinate complex priorities and exercise sound judgment with confidential matters.
ability to cultivate effective relationships with elected officials government agencies community leaders civic organizations business partners and internal stakeholders.
written verbal presentation facilitation and executive communication skills.
ability to lead collaborative cross-functional work supervise staff and manage assigned budgets/resources.
to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with other members of the college and community displaying cultural competence as well as emotional intelligence.
commitment to the Colleges core values of respect and inclusion sustainability integrity collaboration humor and well-being innovation and quality.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

education governmental nonprofit public-sector or community-based leadership experience.
working directly with a governing board elected officials legislative consultants or senior executive leadership.
managing community engagement government relations strategic partnerships or presidential/executive office initiatives.
and Spanish verbal and written communication proficiency.
multicultural competence.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

office physical demands.
to travel between campus locations and to and from community events.
to travel in state and nationally.

WORKING CONDITIONS
are performed indoors in the usual office and/or outdoor environment.
and events outside normal work hours

BENEFITS

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Union (If Applicable):

Scheduled Hours:

40