Title: Strategic Operations and External Affairs Coordinator

Application Review Date: October 31, 2025

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Job Description

The Strategic Operations and External Affairs Coordinator plays a pivotal role in advancing the mission and goals of the Davis College of Business and Economics. The person in this role will support high-priority strategic initiatives, lead data-informed decision-making processes and foster strong relationships with external stakeholders.

This role requires strong project management skills, analytical thinking, experience with event planning and executing and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights. The ideal candidate will be a proactive communicator with an understanding of business education trends, knowledge of accreditation requirements and a commitment to supporting innovation, operational excellence and external engagement.

JOB SUMMARY
• Translate DCOBE strategy into operations plans, ensuring smooth execution and efficient resource utilization
• Administer and oversee tools and technologies for data collection and reporting such as Watermark -Faculty Success, Udemy, AACSB Data Direct, Hanover, etc.
• Develop mechanisms to monitor key performance indicators (KPls) to track progress, identify areas for improvement and support data-informed decisions
• Assist in budget development to align resources to support initiatives
• Collect, analyze and compile information and data to assist with the preparation of AACSB
accreditation requirements, rankings questionnaires, and reports for SCHEV, legislation, and SACS.
• Oversee DCOBE communication including newsletters and social media
• Coordinating high-impact events that promote the College's mission and visibility including Truist Global Capitalism Lecture, Shadow Day, Advisory Board activities, and conferences.

Required Qualifications

•Bachelor's degree and 5+ years of progressive leadership in higher education, preferably within a business school;
•Proven experience in academic operations, accreditation (especially AACSB), budgeting and/or
assurance of learning;
•Knowledge of academic assessment practices and strategic planning;
•Outstanding communication, organization, analytical skills, attention to detail and project management abilities;
•Ability to collaborate and work closely across departments and units;
•Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite of products including Excel, Teams and Outlook.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in Business Administration, higher education administration or a closely related field.
Familiarity with Banner, Cognos, Watermark and accreditation tools/databases.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment Conditions: 

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional nights & weekends

Employee Classification: Professional - Lecturer

Department: Business & Economics, Coll of

Salary: $54,553-$67,500

Department Contact Name: Vickie S. Taylor

Department Contact Phone: 540-831-6117

Department Contact Email: vtaylor@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

Clery Statement

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.