Assistant Director, Military and Veteran Affairs

University of Notre Dame • Notre Dame, IN

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position helps elevate Notre Dame as one of the nation's best universities for military-connected students (including ROTC), employees, alumni, and their families. The Assistant Director designs, executes, and evaluates inter-connected projects and initiatives that advance the mission of the Office of Military & Veterans Affairs. The Assistant Director is responsible for developing strategic guidance, determining program objectives, resolving higher-scope issues, problem-solving, and coordinating cross-project activities. In this role, you will bridge the gap between higher education and the military community—directing flagship programs, driving national outreach, leading mental health and leadership initiatives for military families, and ensuring operational excellence alongside university leadership.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or Bachelor’s degree (4 years) or advanced certification beyond Bachelor’s in Business, National Security related fields, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, STEM, or Humanities.
• 5 to 6 years of experience.
• Must be authorized to work in the US, without Visa sponsorship.
• Must be eligible to obtain a U.S. passport for international travel.
• Exceptional ability to engage effectively, professionally, and courteously with a diverse range of stakeholders, including students, faculty, staff, alumni, and external partners.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading, planning, and executing complex projects from start to finish.
• Proven experience working within or alongside the military and veteran community.
• Demonstrated ability to manage confidential information and sensitive materials with integrity and sound judgment.
• Proficient in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office Suite, with the aptitude to quickly learn platforms such as Canvas, Adobe, and university-specific software systems.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in administrative or operational roles within a higher education environment.
• Classroom teaching or instructional experience at the college level.
• Background or experience in entrepreneurship and innovation, particularly as applied to national security.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, execute, and evaluate specialized academic programs supporting military-connected students, including: Warrior-Scholar Project (WSP) at Notre Dame, ROTC Experiential Education Program, and National Security Innovation Program.
• Direct the flagship Mental Wellness and Leadership Initiative in partnership with the Military Spouse Advocacy Network (MSAN), including designing and delivering virtual learning courses and planning on-campus seminars.
• Serve as a primary ambassador for OMVA, expanding its footprint locally and nationally by collaborating with University Strategic Partners and building relationships with National & Institutional Partners.
• Conceptualize, host, and evaluate high-level lectures, conferences, and symposiums addressing key issues impacting the military and veteran community.
• Partner with the co-Assistant Director to manage day-to-day OMVA operations and foster strong cross-university collaborations.
• Supervise, mentor, and empower student staff in executing seamless on- and off-campus events.
• Build and own robust data reporting tools to track program efficacy, measure long-term impact, and inform strategic decision-making.

Benefits

• The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or age in employment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level