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Community College of Allegheny County · 2 days ago

Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Community Engagement (Reg, FT)

Pittsburgh, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$126K/yr - $126K/yr

8+ years exp

Community College of Allegheny County is seeking a Vice President for Strategic Initiatives and Community Engagement to collaborate with the College President and leadership team. The role involves developing and implementing strategic initiatives that align with the College’s goals while enhancing community relations to promote student enrollment and support student success.

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Responsibilities

Lead the development and implementation of strategic initiatives that support the college's mission and vision, to include serving as the chair for and leading the College’s strategic planning process

Enhance community engagement through partnerships, outreach programs, and collaborative projects. Ensure that community input guides College policy and programmatic offerings

Foster relationships with community leaders, government entities, and other educational institutions that serve to promote CCAC’s brand and drive student enrollment in new and existing programs. Serve as point of contact for key community leaders, surrounding neighborhoods and civic groups

Serve as a key advisor to the President and other executive leaders on matters related to strategic planning and community relations

Meet and develop relationships with local school districts and their guidance counselors, teachers, students and parents to promote CCAC's workforce development and dual enrollment programs

Facilitate the development of marketing and other support materials to attract and inform prospective students of dual enrollment and career opportunities at the College

Serve on leadership team overseeing the College’s accreditation process

Oversee the department’s budget and ensure resources are used efficiently

Represent the College and the Office of the President at community and professional events

Work with Sponsored Programs and Sponsored Research and the CCAC Educational Foundation to seek and help prepare proposals for local, state, and federal grants

Participate in higher education councils and committees

Conduct presentations and reports for administration, faculty, staff and Board of Trustees as necessary or required

Perform other related duties as required or assigned by supervisor(s)

Qualification

Strategic planningCommunity engagementHigher education policiesBudget managementLeadership experiencePublic speakingCollaborationRelationship building

Required

A master's in education, business administration, or related field

A minimum of eight years of related experience

Prior work experience leading or directing strategic planning and community relations initiatives for higher educational institutions preferred

Higher education policies and best practices, and community engagement strategies and frameworks preferred

Current criminal record/child abuse clearances will be required if offered the position and to be employed at the College. The three clearances are Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Records Check, and Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) Criminal Background Check

Benefits

Comprehensive Health Coverage: Access to an excellent health plan with a very low out-of-pocket expense network option.

Generous Time Off: Enjoy a range of time-off benefits that are tailored to your position, along with a four-day workweek in the summer for an ideal work-life balance. These benefits vary and may include vacation, personal, sick, and holiday pay, as well as options like collegial coverage for faculty.

Retirement Planning: Options include a 403(b) retirement plan with up to 10% employer match or a state-defined benefit pension.

Financial Peace of Mind: Employer-paid benefits include group life insurance, short/long-term disability, and access to flexible spending accounts (FSAs).

Wellness Support: Our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is available for confidential support, with resources to address personal and professional challenges.

Educational Support: Take advantage of tuition waivers, tuition reimbursement, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility, and a variety of professional development opportunities to grow your career.

Exclusive Employee Perks & Rewards: Save on theme parks, sporting events, electronics, and more!

Additional Advantages: Free employee parking to make your commute easier.

Company

Community College of Allegheny County

Since its founding in 1966, CCAC has flourished, becoming the educational powerhouse it is today a nationally renowned two-year college dedicated to serving all members of the community.

Founded in 2011

Front Royal, Virginia, USA

1001-5000 employees