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Department: Human Resources
Worker Type: Regular
Pay Type: Salary
Position Salary Minimum: $140,000.00
Position Salary Maximum: $160,000.00
Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Benefit Eligible: Yes
Screening Date: 2026-08-14
Job Description Summary
The Senior Director of Strategic Programs & Partnerships provides vision, leadership, and integration across high-impact functional areas including AI and business intelligence, HR applications and information services, change management, policy design and administration, academic and student employee support, workforce analytics, and succession planning. This position is responsible for aligning human capital strategy with institutional priorities, ensuring that talent systems, data infrastructure, and organizational practices drive measurable outcomes in organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and return on investment (ROI). The Senior Director operates at the intersection of strategy, technology, and people, leveraging data-informed decision-making, cross-functional partnerships, and innovative program design to support the university’s academic mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Institutional Alignment
- Serve as a senior advisor to the CHRO on enterprise human capital strategy, aligning programs and systems with university-wide strategic priorities.
- Lead the design, integration, and continuous improvement of strategic human capital initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and institutional performance.
- Build and sustain cross-campus partnerships with academic leadership, finance, IT, and student affairs to ensure alignment and shared accountability for outcomes.
AI, Business Intelligence & Workforce Analytics
- Oversee the development and implementation of AI-driven tools and business intelligence systems to enhance decision-making across the employee lifecycle.
- Lead enterprise workforce analytics, including predictive modeling, dashboards, and reporting frameworks that inform recruitment, retention, and talent development strategies.
- Establish data governance standards and ensure ethical, transparent, and equitable use of AI in human capital practices.
HR Applications & Information Services
- Provide strategic oversight of HR technology systems, ensuring integration, usability, and alignment with institutional needs.
- Partner with IT to modernize HRIS infrastructure and optimize system performance, data integrity, and user experience.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline processes and increase operational efficiency through technology.
Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness
- Design and implement enterprise change management strategies that support institutional transformation and cultural alignment.
- Develop frameworks, tools, and leadership capacity for managing complex organizational change.
- Facilitate initiatives that strengthen leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, and organizational adaptability.
Policy Design & Administration
- Oversee the development, review, and administration of human capital policies to ensure compliance, clarity, and alignment with institutional values and strategy.
- Lead policy modernization efforts that reduce administrative burden while supporting equity, accountability, and transparency.
- Serve as a key liaison for policy interpretation and governance.
Academic & Student Employee Support
- Provide strategic leadership for services and programs supporting faculty, academic staff, and student employees.
- Ensure human capital practices are responsive to the unique needs of academic units and aligned with the university’s teaching and research mission.
- Partner with academic leadership to enhance faculty and student employment experiences.
Succession Planning & Talent Strategy
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive succession planning framework for faculty and staff leadership roles.
- Integrate succession planning with talent development, performance management, and workforce planning strategies.
- Utilize data and predictive analytics to identify talent gaps and inform long-term workforce strategy.
ROI & Program Evaluation
- Establish metrics and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and return on investment of human capital programs.
- Drive a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement across all functional areas.
- Regularly report outcomes and insights to executive leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Higher Education, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience in human resources, organizational strategy, or a related field, preferably in higher education or complex organizations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Higher Education, Business Administration, or related field or Doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Educational Leadership, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level initiatives involving data analytics, HR technology, and organizational change.
- Strong understanding of human capital theory, workforce analytics, and strategic HR practices.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Experience implementing AI or advanced analytics in human capital environments.
- Familiarity with shared governance structures and the academic enterprise.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking & Systems Leadership
- Data-Informed Decision Making
- Change Leadership & Organizational Development
- Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Equity-Minded Leadership
Impact Statement
This role is central to Miami University’s ability to leverage human capital as a strategic asset. By integrating technology, data, and people-centered practices, the Senior Director will enhance institutional effectiveness, improve employee outcomes, and ensure that human capital investments yield measurable value in support of the university’s mission.
Additional Position Information (if Applicable)
Required Application Documents
Resume and cover letter
Special Instructions (if applicable)
none
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.
Job Title: Senior Director Strategic Programs and Partnerships
Department: Human Resources
Worker Type: Regular
Pay Type: Salary
Position Salary Minimum: $140,000.00
Position Salary Maximum: $160,000.00
Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Benefit Eligible: Yes
Screening Date: 2026-08-14
Job Description Summary
The Senior Director of Strategic Programs & Partnerships provides vision, leadership, and integration across high-impact functional areas including AI and business intelligence, HR applications and information services, change management, policy design and administration, academic and student employee support, workforce analytics, and succession planning. This position is responsible for aligning human capital strategy with institutional priorities, ensuring that talent systems, data infrastructure, and organizational practices drive measurable outcomes in organizational effectiveness, employee experience, and return on investment (ROI). The Senior Director operates at the intersection of strategy, technology, and people, leveraging data-informed decision-making, cross-functional partnerships, and innovative program design to support the university’s academic mission.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership & Institutional Alignment
- Serve as a senior advisor to the CHRO on enterprise human capital strategy, aligning programs and systems with university-wide strategic priorities.
- Lead the design, integration, and continuous improvement of strategic human capital initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness and institutional performance.
- Build and sustain cross-campus partnerships with academic leadership, finance, IT, and student affairs to ensure alignment and shared accountability for outcomes.
AI, Business Intelligence & Workforce Analytics
- Oversee the development and implementation of AI-driven tools and business intelligence systems to enhance decision-making across the employee lifecycle.
- Lead enterprise workforce analytics, including predictive modeling, dashboards, and reporting frameworks that inform recruitment, retention, and talent development strategies.
- Establish data governance standards and ensure ethical, transparent, and equitable use of AI in human capital practices.
HR Applications & Information Services
- Provide strategic oversight of HR technology systems, ensuring integration, usability, and alignment with institutional needs.
- Partner with IT to modernize HRIS infrastructure and optimize system performance, data integrity, and user experience.
- Lead continuous improvement efforts to streamline processes and increase operational efficiency through technology.
Change Management & Organizational Effectiveness
- Design and implement enterprise change management strategies that support institutional transformation and cultural alignment.
- Develop frameworks, tools, and leadership capacity for managing complex organizational change.
- Facilitate initiatives that strengthen leadership effectiveness, employee engagement, and organizational adaptability.
Policy Design & Administration
- Oversee the development, review, and administration of human capital policies to ensure compliance, clarity, and alignment with institutional values and strategy.
- Lead policy modernization efforts that reduce administrative burden while supporting equity, accountability, and transparency.
- Serve as a key liaison for policy interpretation and governance.
Academic & Student Employee Support
- Provide strategic leadership for services and programs supporting faculty, academic staff, and student employees.
- Ensure human capital practices are responsive to the unique needs of academic units and aligned with the university’s teaching and research mission.
- Partner with academic leadership to enhance faculty and student employment experiences.
Succession Planning & Talent Strategy
- Lead the development and implementation of a comprehensive succession planning framework for faculty and staff leadership roles.
- Integrate succession planning with talent development, performance management, and workforce planning strategies.
- Utilize data and predictive analytics to identify talent gaps and inform long-term workforce strategy.
ROI & Program Evaluation
- Establish metrics and evaluation frameworks to assess the effectiveness and return on investment of human capital programs.
- Drive a culture of evidence-based decision-making and continuous improvement across all functional areas.
- Regularly report outcomes and insights to executive leadership.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Higher Education, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum of 8–10 years of progressive leadership experience in human resources, organizational strategy, or a related field, preferably in higher education or complex organizations.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Organizational Leadership, Higher Education, Business Administration, or related field or Doctorate (PhD or EdD) in Educational Leadership, Organizational Leadership, or related field.
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Demonstrated experience leading enterprise-level initiatives involving data analytics, HR technology, and organizational change.
- Strong understanding of human capital theory, workforce analytics, and strategic HR practices.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
- Experience implementing AI or advanced analytics in human capital environments.
- Familiarity with shared governance structures and the academic enterprise.
Core Competencies
- Strategic Thinking & Systems Leadership
- Data-Informed Decision Making
- Change Leadership & Organizational Development
- Partnership & Stakeholder Engagement
- Innovation & Continuous Improvement
- Equity-Minded Leadership
Impact Statement
This role is central to Miami University’s ability to leverage human capital as a strategic asset. By integrating technology, data, and people-centered practices, the Senior Director will enhance institutional effectiveness, improve employee outcomes, and ensure that human capital investments yield measurable value in support of the university’s mission.
Additional Position Information (if Applicable)
Required Application Documents
Resume and cover letter
Special Instructions (if applicable)
none
Additional Information
A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses. This organization participates in E-Verify.
Remote Work
For positions that are approved for remote work: Remote work is not a right, it is a work arrangement that can be modified or revoked by Miami University at any time for any reason, including the convenience of the University.
Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.
Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility. For more information on Miami University’s mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.
Clery Act
As part of the University’s commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University’s Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.
Labor Law Posters for Applicants
Please visit our Labor Law Posters webpage to access all relevant and applicable labor law information.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as a Partnerships Associate
Target companies with active H-1B filing histories
Employers who have sponsored Partnerships Associates before are far more likely to do it again. Look for mid-to-large SaaS, media, or consulting firms with consistent international hiring patterns rather than startups filing for the first time.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation qualifier
USCIS requires a specific bachelor's degree for H-1B approval. A degree in business development, marketing, communications, or international relations maps cleanly to Partnerships Associate duties. Avoid letting employers assume any degree suffices.
Clarify sponsorship early, not after the offer
Partnerships roles often involve long sales or recruitment cycles. Raising sponsorship in the first conversation prevents wasted time for both sides and signals professionalism rather than desperation, which most experienced hiring managers appreciate.
Highlight relationship management metrics in your application
Partnerships Associate H-1B petitions succeed when the role is demonstrably specialized. Quantify partner pipeline growth, revenue attribution, or integration outcomes you've driven. Concrete metrics strengthen both your candidacy and the sponsorship case.
Australian citizens should prioritize the E-3 visa
The E-3 visa has no lottery, processes in weeks, and renews indefinitely. Partnerships Associate roles qualify as specialty occupations. E-3 is significantly faster than H-1B for Australians, and far fewer employers understand this, so it helps to explain it upfront.
Consider TN status if you're Canadian or Mexican
Canadian and Mexican nationals in business development or management consulting roles may qualify for TN status under NAFTA successor provisions. TN requires no employer petition fee and can be granted at the port of entry, making it faster than H-1B.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a Partnerships Associate role eligible for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, but it depends on how the role is defined. USCIS must classify it as a specialty occupation, meaning the position normally requires a bachelor's degree in a specific field like business, marketing, or communications. Roles framed around relationship management, business development strategy, or revenue operations tend to qualify more reliably than generalist coordinator positions.
What degree do I need to get a Partnerships Associate visa sponsored?
A bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, communications, international relations, or a closely related field is the standard baseline. The key requirement is that your degree must relate directly to the role's core duties. A computer science or unrelated STEM degree may still qualify if the role involves technical partnerships or platform integrations, but the connection needs to be explicitly documented in the petition.
How likely is it that a Partnerships Associate role gets H-1B approved?
Approval rates are reasonable when the petition is well-supported, but Partnerships and Business Development roles do face more USCIS scrutiny than traditional STEM positions. Officers sometimes issue Requests for Evidence questioning whether the role truly requires a degree. Working with an experienced immigration attorney and ensuring the job description clearly articulates degree-level complexity significantly improves approval outcomes.
Which industries are most likely to sponsor Partnerships Associates?
SaaS and enterprise technology companies sponsor at the highest rates because their partnerships programs are large, structured, and involve complex technical or commercial negotiations that genuinely require degree-level expertise. Media, fintech, healthcare technology, and management consulting firms also sponsor consistently. Migrate Mate filters sponsorship-open Partnerships Associate roles by industry so you can focus your applications where they are most likely to succeed.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new Partnerships Associate role at a different company?
Yes, H-1B visa portability allows you to start working for a new employer as soon as they file a transfer petition, without waiting for approval. The new role must still qualify as a specialty occupation. If the new Partnerships Associate position has a meaningfully different scope or title, a fresh specialty occupation analysis may be needed, but most lateral moves within the same function transfer cleanly.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Partnerships Associate jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.