Director of Strategic Partnerships and Community Relations

Montclair State University • Montclair, NJ

85d • $95,000 - $105,000

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with fundraising, alumni relations, or working with advisory boards.
• Familiarity with enrollment management, student recruitment strategies, or experiential learning program development.

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.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Master's degree