Senior Director of Educational Affairs

The Pennsylvania State University
United States, Pennsylvania, Hershey
Mar 07, 2025
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: CURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. CURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, please login to Workday to complete the student application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday. If you are NOT a current employee or student, please click "Apply" and complete the application process for external applicants. JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS: The Senior Director of Educational Affairs provides strategic leadership and oversight across multiple units, ensuring alignment with institutional goals. This role is responsible for workforce planning, setting objectives, and integrating the vision and mission of the department into its operations. The Senior Director fosters collaboration, drives program development, and ensures the effective delivery of services across various educational units, including the Office of Medical Education, Student Admissions, Registrar, Student Aid, Global Health, Science of Health Systems, regional campuses, and the Physician Assistant Program. Key Responsibilities: Leadership & Workforce Planning Directs workforce planning and unit operations to achieve educational program goals. Champions innovative strategies to enhance policies and processes. Leads strategic HR initiatives, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management for a staff of 60+. Works with unit directors to set performance standards and align positions with institutional needs. Accreditation & Financial Oversight Ensures compliance with all legal, regulatory, and accreditation standards. Develops, implements, and administers policies to maintain institutional compliance. Oversees complex budgets, ensuring fiscal sustainability and resource optimization. Maintains strategic relationships with national and state accrediting bodies to support ongoing medical school accreditation. University-Wide Impact & Strategic Initiatives Manages high-impact projects that influence the broader university community. Leads and directs various internal and external committees to drive institutional initiatives. Develops and enhances quality improvement strategies, policies, and procedures that support the university's mission and long-term success. Minimum Education and Experience This position will be filled at an Senior Manager or Principal Manager depending on the candidate's education and experience. This position requires a Master's Degree and 10+ years of relevant experience, includes 3+ years of supervisory experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Additional education and/or experience required for higher level positions. Employment will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance withUniversitypolices. The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion inall ofits forms.We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusive excellence that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusive excellence as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. The salary range for this position, including all possible grades is: $76,700.00 - $129,500.00 Salary Structure - additional information on Penn State's job and salary structure. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO IS THE LAW Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473. Federal Contractors Labor Law Poster PA State Labor Law Poster Affirmative Action Penn State Policies Copyright Information Hotlines Hershey, PA