Associate Director, Growth, Innovation, Community Programs & Sponsored Events, and Future State Syracuse University - 4.3 Syracuse, NY Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $100,000 a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Staff supervision Team supervision Leading team collaboration initiatives Strategic partnerships Full Job Description Job # 042894 Department Code 31301-0097 Department D'Aniello Institute for Veterans and Military Families (IVMF) Job Title Associate Director, Growth, Innovation, Community Programs & Sponsored Events, and Future State Location Syracuse, NY Campus Syracuse, NY Commitment to On-Campus Experience Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus. Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy. Pay Range $85,000 - $100,000 Pay Determination Pay rates at Syracuse University are based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to, the job responsibilities; the candidate's education, training, work experience and key competencies; the university's strategic priorities; internal peer equity; applicable federal, state, local laws, grant funding and contractual requisites; and external market analyses. Staff Level S5 FLSA Status Exempt Hours Standard University business hours 8:30am - 5:00pm (academic year) 8:00am - 4:30pm (summer) Hours may vary based on operational needs. Job Type Full-time Unionized Position Code Not Applicable Job Description The Associate Director of Growth, Innovation, Community Building Programs & Sponsored Events, and Future State leads a portfolio of entrepreneurship initiatives focused on strategic growth, innovation, and ecosystem building for veteran and military-connected entrepreneurs. Reporting to the Director of Entrepreneurship, this role provides leadership for special programs including CVOB, CEOcircle, MEF, COE, pilot initiatives, and future collaborations across the veteran-serving ecosystem, while supervising a vertical team and advancing program design, partner engagement, and operational excellence. Education and Experience Bachelor's degree preferred in business, public administration, public policy, higher education, nonprofit management, or experience in related field. Minimum of five to eight years of progressively responsible experience in program management, partnership development, entrepreneurship support, innovation strategy, or related work. Experience supervising staff and managing complex, multi-stakeholder initiatives is required. Experience working with veteran-serving, entrepreneurship, government, or community-based programs is strongly preferred. Skills and Knowledge Strong strategic planning, program management, and relationship management skills. Ability to lead complex initiatives with limited oversight, use sound judgment, analyze operational and strategic issues, and translate broad goals into clear actions. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, experience building external partnerships, and ability to work effectively across functional teams. Familiarity with veteran entrepreneurship, community-building models, and innovation or pilot design is preferred.

Responsibilities Strategic Leadership and Portfolio Direction:

Lead strategy, planning, and future-state development for a portfolio of special entrepreneurship programs, with particular emphasis on CVOB, CEOcircle, MEF, COE, and future state programming ensuring alignment with IVMF and Entrepreneurship unit priorities. Represent IVMF in external meetings, convenings, and stakeholder forums. Cultivate and manage relationships with corporate, philanthropic, and veteran-serving ecosystem partners to expand collaboration opportunities, strengthen program relevance, and support growth of entrepreneurship initiatives.

Supervision and Team Leadership & Program Oversight and Execution:

Supervise assigned staff within the vertical team, establish priorities, support professional development, and ensure strong coordination across program delivery and shared operations. Oversee design, implementation, and continuous improvement of CVOB, CEOcircle, MEF, COE, pilot initiatives, and assigned collaborations; establish goals, monitor performance, and ensure quality execution, partner satisfaction, and participant impact.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Collaborate with internal teams including research, communications, operations, and advancement to support program outcomes and reporting.

Innovation and New Initiative Development:

Identify, shape, and test new concepts, pilots, and partnership models that advance innovation, community building, and long-term growth across the entrepreneurship portfolio. Physical Requirements Not Applicable Tools/Equipment Not Applicable Application Instructions In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume and cover letter. About Syracuse University Syracuse University is a private, international research university with distinctive academics, diversely unique offerings, and an undeniable spirit. Located in the geographic heart of New York State, with a global footprint, and over 150 years of history, Syracuse University offers a quintessential college experience. The scope of Syracuse University is a testament to its strengths: a pioneering history dating back to 1870; a choice of more than 200 majors, 100 minors, and 200 advanced degree programs offered across the University's 13 schools and colleges; over 15,000 undergraduates and over 6,000 graduate students; more than a quarter of a million alumni in 160 countries; and a student population from all 50 U.S. states and 123 countries. For more information, please visit http://www.syracuse.edu. About the Syracuse area Syracuse is a medium-sized city situated in the geographic center of New York State approximately 250 miles northwest of New York City. The metro-area population totals approximately 500,000. The area offers a low cost of living and provides many social, cultural, and recreational options, including parks, museums, festivals, professional regional theater, and premier shopping venues. Syracuse and Central New York present a wide range of seasonal recreation and attractions ranging from water skiing and snow skiing, hiking in the Adirondacks, touring the historic sites, visiting wineries along the Finger Lakes, and biking on trails along the Erie Canal. EEO Statement Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity institution. The University prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law. This nondiscrimination policy covers admissions, employment, and access to and treatment in University programs, services, and activities. Commitment to Supporting and Hiring Veterans Syracuse University has a long history of engaging veterans and the military-connected community through its educational programs, community outreach, and employment programs. After World War II, Syracuse University welcomed more than 10,000 returning veterans to our campus, and those veterans literally transformed Syracuse University into the national research institution it is today. The University's contemporary commitment to veterans builds on this historical legacy, and extends to both class-leading initiatives focused on making an SU degree accessible and affordable to the post-9/11 generation of veterans, and also programs designed to position Syracuse University as the employer of choice for military veterans, members of the Guard and Reserve, and military family members. Commitment to a Respectful and Welcoming Community Syracuse University fosters a welcoming learning environment where students, faculty, administrators, staff, curriculum, social activities, governance, and all aspects of campus life reflect a broad range of perspectives and experiences. The University community values the many similarities and differences among individuals and groups. At Syracuse, we are committed to preparing students to engage with and appreciate the richness of backgrounds, beliefs, and experiences that shape our society. To achieve this, we strive to cultivate a community that respects and encourages open dialogue, understanding, and mutual respect.