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Sinclair Community College lists this Director of University Partnerships (Internal Only) opportunity in west side, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Director of University Partnerships (Internal Only)
Job Title Director of University Partnerships (Internal Only)
Location
Location Main Campus - Dayton, OH
Job Number
Job Number 05571
Department
Job Category
Job Category Professional
Job Type
Job Type Full-Time
Status
Status Regular
Job Open Date
Job Open Date 10/08/2026
Resume Review Date
Resume Review Date 10/12/2026
Closing Date
Closing Date 10/11/2026
Open Until Filled No
Position Summary
The Director of University Partnerships/Transfer Center provides strategic leadership to develop, strengthen, and manage partnerships with four-year institutions, ensuring seamless transfer pathways for students. This position oversees the Transfer Center operations, collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to align academic programs and policies, and implements initiatives that promote student success from initial enrollment through bachelor’s degree completion. The Director will also provide direction for the Title III grant project, “Improving Transfer Pathways,” through 2028, ensuring compliance with Department of Education requirements and advancing institutional goals through innovative transfer strategies and enhanced student support services.
The salary for this position will be commensurate with education and experience.
Why you’ll love Sinclair:
The following are some of the benefits that professional staff with Sinclair College receive:
Tuition Waiver for You and Your Family: Employees and eligible dependents can take advantage of tuition-free access to Sinclair courses and programs.
Generous Retirement Benefits: Build your future through participation in OPERS , including a 14% employer contribution.
Exceptional Time Off: Enjoy more than four weeks of vacation and personal leave, more than three weeks of sick leave annually, and 14 paid holidays each year.
Health Benefits That Work for You: Choose from competitive medical, dental, and vision plans designed to support you and your family’s health and well-being.
Peace of Mind for the Future: Full-time employees receive employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability coverage.
Professional Growth Opportunities: Continue your education and career development with tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support.
Work-Life Balance and Wellness: Access programs, resources, and events that support your personal well-being and professional success.
*SCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.
Principal Accountabilities
Direct daily operations of the Transfer Center, ensuring high-quality student services and programming
Supervise Transfer Center staff and manage resources to support transfer advising, events, and outreach activities
Design and implement programs that promote transfer readiness and bachelor’s degree completion
Oversee workshops, information sessions, and university transfer fairs to support transfer students
Serve as the primary point of contact for all Title III grant-related activities within the Transfer Center
Establish, cultivate, and maintain strong relationships with four-year colleges and universities to create seamless transfer opportunities
Partner with academic departments, advising teams, admissions and marketing services to identify opportunities for innovation
Travel to partnering four-year institutions to participate in planning and networking meetings
Ensure campus community and transfer students are informed of partnership opportunities and transfer policies
Represent the college at regional and statewide transfer councils, professional associations, and partnership meetings to advocate for student transfer success
Collaborate with RAR to collect, analyze, and report transfer-related data, including Department of Education Title III grant requirements
Ensure compliance with Department of Education Title III grant requirements, including accurate documentation of activities, outcomes, and expenditures
Requirements
Minimum of a master’s degree in a field related to the discipline area of higher education required
Minimum of five (5) years of progressive work experience in higher education, transfer student services, academic advising or partnership development
Highly motivated, relationship-oriented individual with a strong understanding of transfer policies, articulation agreements and guided pathways required
Experience with student information systems and managing budgets
Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to establish cooperative working relationships with internal and external constituents required
Sinclair Community College
Human Resources
444 W. Third St. Building 7, Room 340
Dayton, Ohio, 45402
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Who can apply
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