Strategy Associate

Title:

Strategy Associate

Employee Classification:
Strategy Associate

Campus:
University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Office of the President

Sub Division-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

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities.

We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values System.edu.

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.

Position Overview

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…