Montclair State University
Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Relations
Montclair State University, Montclair, New Jersey, us, 07043
**IMPORTANT APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:****Job Description****SUMMARY****:**Reporting to the Dean of the College for Community Health, the Director of Strategic Partnerships & Community Relations works to build new and enhance existing relationships with communities, corporations, and other interested stakeholders.
These relationships assist in recruiting new undergraduate and graduate students, increase opportunities for hands-on experiences for existing students, create open discussions with partners for new programming opportunities; and expand the reach and brand awareness of all CCHL programs and opportunities.
**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES****:*** Maintain a centralized repository of all external partnerships and engagements (internship, career placement, adjunct partnerships).* Serve as the College’s point person for campus-wide community college efforts.* Work with faculty and staff to develop entrepreneurial and special programs that provide new sources of revenue for the College.* Collaborate with faculty and staff on the creation of Summer and/or Early College programs, professional development opportunities, and other credit or non-credit-bearing programs.* Work closely with faculty and staff in the College in each component of the enrollment funnel and partner with the Offices of Undergraduate Admissions and Graduate Admissions for recruitment and enrollment initiatives.* Work with department chairs and faculty program advisors regarding systems and new initiatives to enhance admissions and enrollment.* Coordinate and facilitate the College’s participation in university recruiting, prospective student events and new student orientations* Plan and execute strategies to enhance community relations and partnerships that align with the College’s missions and goals.* Represent the College at community fairs, events, and local outreach initiatives to promote visibility and community engagement.* Work with the Dean to develop and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships, and support fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and strategic partnership development.* Partner with Alumni Relations to strengthen connections with graduates and create opportunities for alumni to engage with current students, faculty, and programs.* Support the Dean’s work with the College Advisory Board, helping to coordinate meetings, manage communications, and facilitate strategic initiatives.* Leverage relationships with alumni and Advisory Board members to enhance student opportunities, including mentorship, internships, and career development.* Perform other duties as assigned.* Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.**QUALIFICATIONS**:**REQUIRED****:*** Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.* Minimum four years of professional experience in higher education.* Demonstrated experience in community engagement, partnership development, or external relations.* Proven ability to cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with diverse constituencies, including community leaders, educational institutions, corporate partners, and alumni.* Strong commitment to serving students from diverse backgrounds and advancing principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.* Willingness and ability to travel to community sites and participate in occasional evening and weekend events.* Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of building trust and rapport across stakeholder groups.* Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences.**PREFERRED**:* Experience with fundraising, alumni relations, or working with advisory boards.* Familiarity with enrollment management, student recruitment strategies, or experiential learning program development.**PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY**
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.**Salary Range**$95,000.00-$105,000.00 AnnuallyThe position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.**Department**College for Community Health**Position Type**Administrative**Contact Information:**For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at **973-655-5000 (Option 2)**, or email talent@montclair.edu.**Inclusion Statement**Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.**EEO/AA Statement**Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.Additional information can be found on the website at **Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy**Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.
The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit:* **Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae** for automatic population of information to the application.* The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.* **Review information** and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.* In the **“My Experience”** section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.**Note:** If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, Montclair State University has evolved from an institution that was a recognized leader in teacher education to an R2 research institution ranked as one of the 100 best public doctoral universities in the nation. The University serves 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 300 doctoral, master's and baccalaureate programs provided by 13 colleges and schools.Situated on a beautiful 252-acre campus just 12 miles from New York City, Montclair delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university while retaining the supportive and personalized academic environment that provides a feeling of community more typical of smaller institutions.Montclair State University is proud to be committed to the #J-18808-Ljbffr
These relationships assist in recruiting new undergraduate and graduate students, increase opportunities for hands-on experiences for existing students, create open discussions with partners for new programming opportunities; and expand the reach and brand awareness of all CCHL programs and opportunities.
**PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES****:*** Maintain a centralized repository of all external partnerships and engagements (internship, career placement, adjunct partnerships).* Serve as the College’s point person for campus-wide community college efforts.* Work with faculty and staff to develop entrepreneurial and special programs that provide new sources of revenue for the College.* Collaborate with faculty and staff on the creation of Summer and/or Early College programs, professional development opportunities, and other credit or non-credit-bearing programs.* Work closely with faculty and staff in the College in each component of the enrollment funnel and partner with the Offices of Undergraduate Admissions and Graduate Admissions for recruitment and enrollment initiatives.* Work with department chairs and faculty program advisors regarding systems and new initiatives to enhance admissions and enrollment.* Coordinate and facilitate the College’s participation in university recruiting, prospective student events and new student orientations* Plan and execute strategies to enhance community relations and partnerships that align with the College’s missions and goals.* Represent the College at community fairs, events, and local outreach initiatives to promote visibility and community engagement.* Work with the Dean to develop and maintain relationships with community leaders, organizations, and stakeholders to foster collaborative partnerships, and support fundraising initiatives, donor engagement, and strategic partnership development.* Partner with Alumni Relations to strengthen connections with graduates and create opportunities for alumni to engage with current students, faculty, and programs.* Support the Dean’s work with the College Advisory Board, helping to coordinate meetings, manage communications, and facilitate strategic initiatives.* Leverage relationships with alumni and Advisory Board members to enhance student opportunities, including mentorship, internships, and career development.* Perform other duties as assigned.* Management retains the right to add or change job duties at any time.**QUALIFICATIONS**:**REQUIRED****:*** Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field.* Minimum four years of professional experience in higher education.* Demonstrated experience in community engagement, partnership development, or external relations.* Proven ability to cultivate and sustain collaborative relationships with diverse constituencies, including community leaders, educational institutions, corporate partners, and alumni.* Strong commitment to serving students from diverse backgrounds and advancing principles of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice.* Willingness and ability to travel to community sites and participate in occasional evening and weekend events.* Excellent interpersonal skills with a track record of building trust and rapport across stakeholder groups.* Exceptional oral and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and persuasively to a variety of audiences.**PREFERRED**:* Experience with fundraising, alumni relations, or working with advisory boards.* Familiarity with enrollment management, student recruitment strategies, or experiential learning program development.**PROCEDURE FOR CANDIDACY**
Applicants should include a resume and cover letter describing how their background, skills and education match the needs of the University. When applying, please take a moment to carefully read and follow the steps in the application instructions.**Salary Range**$95,000.00-$105,000.00 AnnuallyThe position may also be eligible for comprehensive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and tuition assistance. For further details, please visit: Montclair State University considers factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s relevant work experience, education, skills, and internal equity, when extending an offer.Salary offers for internal employees who are part of a collective bargaining unit (CBU) and are applying to a position that is within a CBU will be determined in accordance with contractual provisions.**Department**College for Community Health**Position Type**Administrative**Contact Information:**For questions or concerns, please contact Human Resources' Workday Recruiting Support at **973-655-5000 (Option 2)**, or email talent@montclair.edu.**Inclusion Statement**Montclair State University values access and educational excellence. We are committed to an environment of diverse perspectives which ensures that graduates will be civically engaged, committed to democracy, and prepared to thrive as global citizens. We foster a community that promotes varied experiences and voices. We seek applicants who will contribute diverse ideas and perspectives and who value an environment that promotes educational growth and advancement for all.**EEO/AA Statement**Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity.Additional information can be found on the website at **Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 Policy**Montclair State is required by Title IX and 34 C.F.R. 106 not to discriminate on the basis of sex or gender, and does not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities.
The requirement to not discriminate on the basis of sex or gender in the operation of education programs and activities extends to admission and employment. For further details, please visit:* **Upload Resume or Curriculum Vitae** for automatic population of information to the application.* The contact information, work experience, and education listed on your Resume/CV will be parsed and input into your Montclair application.* **Review information** and double-check all fields containing information that the system parsed – the software is intelligent, but you need to verify that the data is accurate.* In the **“My Experience”** section, you will find a Resume/CV upload option where you can submit your cover letter and all other supporting documents.**Note:** If you have an expansive CV, we recommend that you apply manually and only include the positions you have held in the last ten (10) years. You will then be able to attach your Resume/CV, as well as all other supporting documentation in the "My Experience" section of your application.Building on a distinguished history dating back to 1908, Montclair State University has evolved from an institution that was a recognized leader in teacher education to an R2 research institution ranked as one of the 100 best public doctoral universities in the nation. The University serves 22,000 undergraduate and graduate students with more than 300 doctoral, master's and baccalaureate programs provided by 13 colleges and schools.Situated on a beautiful 252-acre campus just 12 miles from New York City, Montclair delivers the instructional and research resources of a large public university while retaining the supportive and personalized academic environment that provides a feeling of community more typical of smaller institutions.Montclair State University is proud to be committed to the #J-18808-Ljbffr