Director, Office of the President

University of Dayton•Dayton, OH

About The Position

Serve in support of leadership at the University of Dayton by driving the President’s priorities forward through strategic coordination, executive-level support, and seamless operations. As Director of the Office of the President, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping high-impact initiatives, managing critical workflows, and working closely with leaders across the University to deliver results with precision, professionalism, and purpose. The Director, Office of the President provides high-level administrative, project, and operational support to advance the President’s priorities and ensure the smooth functioning of the President’s Office. The Director manages key workflows, prepares materials and briefings, coordinates cross-functional projects, and supports internal leadership processes. This role reports to and works closely with the Executive Director, Office of the President and Secretary of the Board of Trustees (Executive Director and Secretary), and partners across the University to ensure timely follow-through, high-quality communications, and excellent service to internal and external constituents.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Five or more years of progressively responsible administrative, project management, or executive support experience in higher education or a comparable complex organization.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and discretion.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency with common office technology and the ability to learn new systems quickly.
Commitment to confidentiality and customer service.
Ability to work a flexible schedule as needed.
Valid driver's license with low risk driving record.
Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting senior executives and/or working in a president’s office.
Experience with agenda development, meeting facilitation, and action tracking.
Experience with budget tracking, event/visit coordination, and drafting correspondence.
Familiarity with Catholic and Marianist mission/values and experience working in mission-driven environments.
Ability to promote inclusive excellence in the workplace.

Responsibilities

Drive the President’s priorities forward through strategic coordination, executive-level support, and seamless operations.
Shape high-impact initiatives.
Manage critical workflows.
Work closely with leaders across the University to deliver results.
Provide high-level administrative, project, and operational support to advance the President’s priorities and ensure the smooth functioning of the President’s Office.
Manage key workflows.
Prepare materials and briefings.
Coordinate cross-functional projects.
Support internal leadership processes.
Ensure timely follow-through, high-quality communications, and excellent service to internal and external constituents.