Kent State University
Executive Director, Government and Community Relations
🇺🇸 Kent, OH
🕑 Full-Time
💰 TBD
💻 Other
🗓️ October 22nd, 2025
Edtech.com's Summary
- Oversee and manage government and community relations offices in Kent and Columbus, ensuring achievement of short- and long-term objectives.
- Act as senior policy advisor and strategist to position Kent State for impact locally, regionally, statewide, and nationally.
- Develop and implement a system-wide strategic plan leveraging all eight campuses as community anchors.
- Serve as principal advocacy officer for local, state, and federal legislative priorities and assist in legislative strategy development.
- Engage regularly with members and staff of the Ohio General Assembly, Ohio Congressional Delegation, and key administrative officials.
- Build capacity within university divisions and campuses to enhance public understanding and support for Kent State.
- Bachelor’s degree required with eight years of professional experience in legislative processes; Master's degree preferred.
- Knowledge of higher education policies and government structures at local, state, and federal levels.
- Strong leadership, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills essential.
- Ability to work flexible hours and travel frequently, including nights and weekends.
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