Title: Strategy Associate
Employee Classification: Strategy Associate
Campus: University of North Texas
Division: UNT-Office of the President
SubDivision-Department: UNT-Office of the President
Department: UNT-Strategy and Planning-100006
Job Location: Denton
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate’s qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.
FTE: 1.000000
Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible
About Us - Values Overview
Department Summary
The Office of the President provides executive leadership and strategic direction to advance the university’s priorities, including student success, academic excellence, and institutional impact. It serves as a central hub for cross-functional collaboration, aligning academic, administrative, and external partners to drive innovation and enhance operational effectiveness.
The Strategy Associate supports the advancement of UNT's strategic priorities by providing analytical capacity, metrics development support, and research assistance for strategic plan performance management. This competitive role offers exceptional professional development opportunities with direct exposure to senior leadership, strategy discussions, and university-wide initiatives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The Strategy Associate works closely with the Chief of Strategy and Planning to design frameworks, gather and analyze data, and provide flexible support across the Chief's portfolio as needed. Success in this role requires the ability to work independently, navigate ambiguity, and manage competing priorities with minimal direction. This position supervises a graduate research assistant or data fellow and is designed as a 1-2 year developmental experience that positions candidates for advancement into senior strategy, consulting, or leadership roles.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in higher education, public policy, business administration, data analytics, or related field with 2-4 years of professional experience in strategic planning, consulting, project management, program evaluation, or data analysis.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to synthesize complex information and identify key insights
• Strong organizational capabilities with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and navigate ambiguity with minimal direction
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, including ability to prepare presentations and reports for executive audiences
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and build effective relationships with stakeholders across organizational levels
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, data analysis tools, and project management platforms
• Adaptability and flexibility to shift focus quickly as priorities evolve in a dynamic environment
• Commitment to confidentiality and professional discretion when handling sensitive institutional information
Experience:
• 2-4 years of professional experience in strategic planning, consulting, project management, program evaluation, or data analysis
• Demonstrated experience with quantitative and qualitative research methods
• Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience in higher education or complex organizational environments
• Background in strategy consulting or management consulting
• Advanced proficiency with data analysis tools and visualization platforms
• Project management certification or formal training
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and facilitation
Required License/Registration/Certifications
Education: Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree preferred in higher education, public policy, business administration, data analytics, or related field
Job Duties
Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Work Schedule
Monday through Friday, 8 am. to 5 p.m. Some evenings and weekends may be needed.
Driving University Vehicle
No
Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
Benefits
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
The University of North Texas System includes the University of North Texas in Denton, the University of North Texas Health Science Center in Fort Worth and the University of North Texas at Dallas. The UNT System Administration is based in Downtown Dallas. UNTS is governed by a Board of Regents appointed by the Governor of Texas and is the only Texas public university system headquartered in the vibrant North Texas region. The three independent universities of the UNT System have combined enrollment exceeding 42,000 students across five major teaching locations, including each main campus, as well as Frisco and Downtown Dallas. UNTS institutions award more than 9,000 degrees each year – including the largest number of master’s and doctoral degrees in the region. Overall, the UNT System boosts the Texas economy by nearly $5.2 billion each year.
