Director for Inclusive Excellence and Institutional Success The State University of New York (SUNY) Albany, NY Job Details Full-time $91,000 - $107,000 a year 20 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Adoption assistance Pension plan Parental leave Vision insurance Qualifications Project management experience in education Academic research projects Higher education administration University research Writing skills Academic institution experience Education policy Bachelor's degree Leadership equity initiatives Presentation creation Managing projects Student diversity and inclusion initiatives Experience at colleges/universities Community relationship building Data-driven decision making Editing University experience

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Mon Oct 19 2026 The State University of New York (SUNY) System is committed to ensuring an inclusive and welcoming campus environment across the community of faculty, staff, and students systemwide. SUNY System encourages applications for a Director for Inclusive Excellence and Institutional Success/Deputy to Interim System CDO. This position will report to the Interim SUNY Chief Diversity Officer and help to oversee system-wide strategic programs and initiatives managed by the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, in furtherance of SUNY's mission and foundational four pillars (student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility)

Who We Are:

The State University of New York (SUNY) is the largest comprehensive system of higher education in the United States, and more than 95 percent of all New Yorkers live within 30 miles of any one of SUNY's 64 colleges and universities. Across the system, SUNY has four academic health centers, five hospitals, four medical schools, two dental schools, the state's only college of optometry, and manages one US Department of Energy National Laboratory. In total, SUNY serves about 1.3 million students in credit-bearing courses and programs, continuing education, and community outreach programs. SUNY oversees nearly a quarter of academic research in New York. Research expenditures system-wide were more than $1.0 billion in fiscal year 2020, including significant contributions from students and faculty. There are more than three million SUNY alumni worldwide, and one in three New Yorkers with a college degree is a SUNY alum.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Primary responsibilities will be spent on system-wide programs and initiatives focused on inclusive excellence, including: Serving as a senior member of ODEI, in support of the interim Chief Diversity Officer, and member of SUNY System's leadership team to establish and enhance synergies across the portfolio. Serving as a key departmental leader, in support of the Interim Chief Diversity Officer, to advance SUNY mission-driven programming and initiatives across SUNY, in collaboration with SUNY System or SUNY campus personnel, as applicable and assigned; Managing, executing and assessing key departmental initiatives and programs assigned by Interim Chief Diversity Officer; Contributing to the successful creation and execution of the State of the University agenda; Acting as a liaison for campuses' stakeholders, in support of the interim Chief Diversity Officer, to foster relationships with and across all SUNY campuses and external community groups and promote SUNY mission. Facilitating a system-wide learning community for SUNY Chief Diversity Officers and/or other key stakeholders, through webinars, information sessions, or otherwise, to increase cross-campus engagement in furtherance of shared supports and best practices for overall SUNY student and faculty success; Supervising one professional staff member and work collaboratively with department staff on various key departmental initiatives and projects Developing, analyzing, and operationalizing data-informed strategies to enhance student and employee wellbeing and success across SUNY System, as related to campus climate and other support services; Providing consultation and decision-making support to key SUNY campus stakeholders concerning matters related to departmental efforts; Reporting key updates and recommendations to the Interim Chief Diversity Officer, as applicable to the role as defined, including progress reporting on existing and new system-wide initiatives; Developing presentations, comprehensive reports, and outreach materials for the Chancellor's Office and System colleagues that highlight key developments in student success in relation to SUNY's four pillars. Other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree. Six to eight years of experience working in higher education or related fields. Demonstrated success in identifying and implementing policies and best practices as related to SUNY's four pillars (student success; research and scholarship; diversity, equity and inclusion; and economic development and upward mobility), with focused efforts on equity, inclusivity and accessibility across the entire campus population. Evidence of experience and skills in scholarly research, data analysis, assessment and knowledge/understanding relating to diversity, equity and inclusion in higher education setting. Exceptional writing, editing, and presentation skills with the ability to translate complex subject matter for diverse audiences. Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously and efficiently. Ability to work independently and contribute as a collaborator.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master's degree in higher education, policy administration or related field. Familiarity with SUNY system operations and campus structure. Demonstrated success driving organizational alignment and change-management on administrative or operational processes across large, complex, or decentralized institutions. Evidence of scholarly achievement and knowledge of current trends and practices in higher education. Knowledge of laws, regulations and guidelines that have implications for diversity, equity, and inclusion related matters. Demonstrated experience of supervising and managing personnel.

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 $91,000 - $107,000 annually. This position is based in the Albany SUNY System Office; ability to travel frequently and participate in evening and occasional weekend activities is required.

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.13 days of paid holidays per year; 21 days of vacation, and 21 days of sick time accrued each year. Please see our MC benefits summary for additional information. Management/Confidential appointments work under the leadership and discretion of the appointing authority and are not represented by a union. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. VISA sponsorship is not available for this position.

SUNY System Administration Benefits:

SUNY System Administration provides an outstanding and comprehensive benefits package to support you and your family through the many life changes you may experience while you work for SUNY.

Our nationally recognized benefits include:

Retirement:

The choice between a fully funded pension plan and a self-driven defined contribution plan, along with two supplemental plans to increase your ability to save for retirement.

Health Insurance:

Several health insurance options at an affordable cost that provide full coverage without mandatory deductibles.

Time Off:

Paid time off with separate vacation and sick leave accruals up to 21 days a year for each category. Additional paid leave policy options for childbirth, adoption, elder care, and other family care situations. Explore our full benefits offerings here: www.suny.edu/benefits