Review Vacancy
AgencySUNY System Administration
TitleDirector of Policy Implementation and Strategic Initiatives
Occupational CategoryNo Preference
Bargaining UnitM/C - Managerial/Confidential (Unrepresented)
Salary RangeFrom $110000 to $130000 Annually
Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
Excellent project management skills with a proven ability to meet tight deadlines, as well as having multiple interested stakeholders;
Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple competing priorities
Excellent data analysis skills, including deep knowledge of excel, large data-sets, and descriptive statistics
Strong time management skills and attention to detail;
Excellent research skills, including proven ability to analyze academic research, bill copy, key statistics and data;
Excellent written communication skills including writing for senior officials and the general public, as well as copy-editing;
Comfortable with grant reporting requirements and ability to keep required documentation
Bachelor's Degree
Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion with proven experience in promoting an engaging and positive organizational culture.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's Degree
Duties Description Job Description:
The State University of New York (SUNY) System Administration, located in Albany, New York, seeks a Director of Policy Implementation and Strategic Initiatives in the Chancellor's Office. The director will support the Associate Vice Chancellor for Policy Implementation leading strategic initiatives to support the mission of the State University of New York through project management, development of policies and procedures, and research and analysis.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Manage the Implementation of Strategic Initiatives by leading project management endeavors for the Chancellor's office to ensure on-time, successful completion across all system offices;
Assist the Associate Vice Chancellors for Policy Implementation in research and policy development, data analysis, briefing materials and written work products;
Lead Project Management Activities for strategic initiatives aligned to SUNY's four priority pillars: student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity, and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility;
Liaise with the SUNY Research Foundation on grants and contracts, including meeting all state and federal reporting requirements;
Liaise with the government relations office in regard to federal and state bills, advocacy campaigns, and pressing issues, Identify looming policy hurdles;
Develop/Manage Relationships with External Partners (advocates, industry, other academic, workforce partnerships);
Other Related Duties as Assigned
Additional Comments Additional Information:
Salary is dependent on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, experience, education, training, and certifications. The range for this position is $110,000-$130,000.
Excellent Benefit Package which includes: NYS health insurance, free dental and vision coverage, competitive retirement options, tuition assistance, parental leave at full pay, and generous vacation, sick, and holiday time.
Management/Confidential appointments work under the leadership and discretion of the appointing authority and are not represented by a union.
This is an in-person position based in Albany with the option to work hybrid after six months of employment.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Some positions may require additional credentials or a background check to verify your identity.