State of Colorado
Strategy Director – Auraria Campus
Location:
Denver, CO |
Salary:
$165,000.00–$200,000.00 |
Employment:
Full‑time |
Hiring Organization:
Auraria Campus, part of the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and University of Colorado Denver.
Who We Are Welcome to the Auraria Campus, the collaborative community that serves more than 38,000 students and approximately 5,000 faculty and staff across three higher‑education institutions. We deliver excellent benefits, including paid vacation, holidays, health insurance, RTD Pass discounts, and a generous retirement plan.
Job Summary The Director of Strategy leads AHEC’s modernization of performance tracking, data reporting, and strategic decision‑making. In close partnership with the Chief of Staff, department directors, and institutional partners, you transform raw data into actionable insights that support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Essential Job Functions Data Infrastructure, Dashboarding & Insights
Maintain and refine dashboards and tools for strategic priorities across departments.
Design, build, and sustain visualizations tied to KPIs outlined in agency‑wide Service Level Agreements.
Translate quantitative KPIs and qualitative progress into concise insights for executives, the CEO, and the Auraria Board.
Develop automated data workflows using Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R, or equivalent to streamline reporting.
Establish data collection, validation, and governance processes in collaboration with IT, Finance, and data owners.
Strategic Planning, Goal Alignment & Organizational Performance
Lead development, alignment, and assessment of SMART goals at departmental and strategic levels.
Facilitate strategic planning cycles, stakeholder workshops, and mid‑cycle refinements.
Synthesize submissions into cohesive organizational priorities for executive decision‑making.
Build frameworks to measure progress toward strategic objectives and recommend risk mitigation.
Prepare narrative briefings, recommendations, and synthesize reports for leadership and board materials.
Partner with the Chief of Staff to create data‑driven presentations that communicate progress toward institutional priorities.
Host recurring review sessions with leadership to assess trends and recommend data‑informed strategies.
Continuous Improvement and Organizational Efficiency
Identify opportunities for process improvement through technology, automation, and data access.
Lead cross‑functional teams to streamline workflows, eliminate redundancies, and build analytic capabilities.
Serve as an internal consultant, guiding departments in adopting data‑driven practices and defining success measures.
Support implementation of new policies, processes, and reporting expectations to elevate maturity.
Research and implement best practices in analytics, performance management, and digital modernization.
Training, Collaboration, and Data Governance
Provide training and technical guidance on data visualization tools and dashboards.
Foster a culture of data literacy and accountability across AHEC.
Develop and enforce data governance policies, documentation standards, and access permissions.
Coach departments through annual planning cycles.
Reporting, Communication, and Executive Support
Convert findings into concise, high‑impact reports and visual presentations for executives and partners.
Support the Chief of Staff and CEO with analytical deliverables that inform decisions, resource allocation, and communications.
Manage sensitive, high‑visibility data with integrity and discretion.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, information systems, business administration, statistics, or a related field.
Five years of project management, strategic planning, or continuous improvement experience.
Three years of experience in data collection, analytics, and data visualization.
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or R.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience designing, maintaining enterprise‑wide dashboards and performance reporting systems.
Experience with KPI design, service level tracking, and strategic plan implementation in complex environments.
Attributes and Abilities
Proven ability to establish effective working relationships across all institutional levels.
Strong communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills with influence without direct authority.
Capacity for strategic thinking, long‑term planning, and organizational modernization.
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in data representation and stakeholder engagement.
High degree of technical curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
Supplemental Information – Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act This position is designated as a “Not Covered” position and does not qualify for union representation under COWINS. For more information, visit Colorado Wins.
Applicant Checklist
Resume (Required)
Cover Letter (Required)
Contact All correspondence will be conducted by email. For reasonable accommodation requests, contact Nicole Yanez at nicole.yanez@ahec.edu.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado and Auraria Campus are equal‑opportunity employers dedicated to inclusive, innovative work environments. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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Denver, CO |
Salary:
$165,000.00–$200,000.00 |
Employment:
Full‑time |
Hiring Organization:
Auraria Campus, part of the Community College of Denver, Metropolitan State University of Denver, and University of Colorado Denver.
Who We Are Welcome to the Auraria Campus, the collaborative community that serves more than 38,000 students and approximately 5,000 faculty and staff across three higher‑education institutions. We deliver excellent benefits, including paid vacation, holidays, health insurance, RTD Pass discounts, and a generous retirement plan.
Job Summary The Director of Strategy leads AHEC’s modernization of performance tracking, data reporting, and strategic decision‑making. In close partnership with the Chief of Staff, department directors, and institutional partners, you transform raw data into actionable insights that support transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement.
Essential Job Functions Data Infrastructure, Dashboarding & Insights
Maintain and refine dashboards and tools for strategic priorities across departments.
Design, build, and sustain visualizations tied to KPIs outlined in agency‑wide Service Level Agreements.
Translate quantitative KPIs and qualitative progress into concise insights for executives, the CEO, and the Auraria Board.
Develop automated data workflows using Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, R, or equivalent to streamline reporting.
Establish data collection, validation, and governance processes in collaboration with IT, Finance, and data owners.
Strategic Planning, Goal Alignment & Organizational Performance
Lead development, alignment, and assessment of SMART goals at departmental and strategic levels.
Facilitate strategic planning cycles, stakeholder workshops, and mid‑cycle refinements.
Synthesize submissions into cohesive organizational priorities for executive decision‑making.
Build frameworks to measure progress toward strategic objectives and recommend risk mitigation.
Prepare narrative briefings, recommendations, and synthesize reports for leadership and board materials.
Partner with the Chief of Staff to create data‑driven presentations that communicate progress toward institutional priorities.
Host recurring review sessions with leadership to assess trends and recommend data‑informed strategies.
Continuous Improvement and Organizational Efficiency
Identify opportunities for process improvement through technology, automation, and data access.
Lead cross‑functional teams to streamline workflows, eliminate redundancies, and build analytic capabilities.
Serve as an internal consultant, guiding departments in adopting data‑driven practices and defining success measures.
Support implementation of new policies, processes, and reporting expectations to elevate maturity.
Research and implement best practices in analytics, performance management, and digital modernization.
Training, Collaboration, and Data Governance
Provide training and technical guidance on data visualization tools and dashboards.
Foster a culture of data literacy and accountability across AHEC.
Develop and enforce data governance policies, documentation standards, and access permissions.
Coach departments through annual planning cycles.
Reporting, Communication, and Executive Support
Convert findings into concise, high‑impact reports and visual presentations for executives and partners.
Support the Chief of Staff and CEO with analytical deliverables that inform decisions, resource allocation, and communications.
Manage sensitive, high‑visibility data with integrity and discretion.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, information systems, business administration, statistics, or a related field.
Five years of project management, strategic planning, or continuous improvement experience.
Three years of experience in data collection, analytics, and data visualization.
Advanced proficiency in Power BI, Tableau, SQL, Python, or R.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Public Administration, Business Analytics, Data Science, Information Systems, or a related field.
Demonstrated experience designing, maintaining enterprise‑wide dashboards and performance reporting systems.
Experience with KPI design, service level tracking, and strategic plan implementation in complex environments.
Attributes and Abilities
Proven ability to establish effective working relationships across all institutional levels.
Strong communication, facilitation, and collaboration skills with influence without direct authority.
Capacity for strategic thinking, long‑term planning, and organizational modernization.
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion in data representation and stakeholder engagement.
High degree of technical curiosity and commitment to continuous learning.
Supplemental Information – Colorado Partnership for Quality Jobs and Services Act This position is designated as a “Not Covered” position and does not qualify for union representation under COWINS. For more information, visit Colorado Wins.
Applicant Checklist
Resume (Required)
Cover Letter (Required)
Contact All correspondence will be conducted by email. For reasonable accommodation requests, contact Nicole Yanez at nicole.yanez@ahec.edu.
Commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion The State of Colorado and Auraria Campus are equal‑opportunity employers dedicated to inclusive, innovative work environments. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply. We provide employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to protected status in accordance with applicable law.
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