Vice President of Innovation

Job Duties & Essential Position Functions

• Strategic Growth & Institutional Vision
• Collaborate with executive leadership to identify emerging opportunities in higher education, workforce partnerships, technology, ministry, philanthropy, and regional development
• Lead institutional growth initiatives that increase enrollment influence, financial sustainability, community relevance, and long-term impact
• Build scalable strategies that diversify and strengthen non-tuition revenue streams
• Revenue Generation & Business Development
• Develop and execute university-wide revenue generation strategies aligned with institutional mission and values
• Identify and cultivate strategic corporate partnerships, sponsorships and grant opportunities, naming opportunities, auxiliary enterprises, and innovation ventures
• Expand revenue opportunities across multiple channels, including: Conferences and events, Corporate training and workforce development, Degree programs and continuing education, Athletics partnerships, Community programming, Venue and facility utilization, Sponsor Engagement, Revenue sharing partnerships, Ministry partnerships
• Collaborate with advancement and finance leadership to align philanthropic strategy, enrollment opportunities and academic program development with institutional growth initiatives
• Strategic Engagement & Partnerships
• Serve as the University's lead ambassador for strategic external relationships
• Build meaningful partnership strategy across a broad range of sectors, including: Churches and faith communities, Corporate and business leaders, Nonprofits and ministries, Civic and governmental organizations, Educational systems, Healthcare organizations, Arts and cultural institutions, Innovation and technology sectors
• Increase Concordia's visibility and influence throughout Austin and the broader region
• Executive Leadership & Governance
• As a member of the Executive team, works closely with the President and other Vice Presidents to ensure:
• Campus Culture & Institutional Alignment
• Help cultivate a campus culture defined by innovation, hospitality, entrepreneurial thinking, mission integration, community impact, and student-centered service
• Champion a healthy, collaborative, mission-centered culture across campus
• Lead strategic change initiatives with emotional intelligence, transparency, and organizational trust
• Serve as an advisor to the President on growth strategy, organizational change, and institutional sustainability
• Contribute to executive decision-making regarding financial sustainability, capital development, strategic planning, campus expansion, community engagement, innovation initiatives, and enrollment influence
• Develop key performance indicators (KPIs) and measurable outcomes tied to institutional growth and engagement goals

Required Knowledge, Abilities & Principles

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's degree strongly preferred
• Minimum 10–15 years of executive leadership experience in one or more of the following: higher education, business development, revenue operations, strategic partnerships, advancement/fundraising, corporate leadership, nonprofit leadership, or ministry leadership
• Demonstrated success generating significant organizational growth and revenue expansion
• Pioneered successful building of high-level strategic relationships and partnerships
• Exceptional communication, public speaking, and leadership skills
• Strong strategic planning and organizational development experience
• Deep alignment with the mission and Christian values of Concordia University Texas
• Commitment to encouraging and supporting diversity, inclusion, and equity as a key component of becoming the premier university where the adventure of faith, learning, and life-changing experiences leads to meaningful work

Preferred Knowledge & Abilities

• Experience in Christian-based higher education or related sectors
• Experience leading organizational transformation or institutional change initiatives
• Familiarity with the Austin business, ministry, nonprofit, and civic ecosystem
• Entrepreneurial leadership background with measurable innovation success

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Visionary Leadership
• Revenue Strategy & Business Development
• Relationship Building & Partnership Cultivation
• Executive Presence
• Organizational Change Management
• Community & Civic Engagement
• Innovation & Entrepreneurship
• Strategic Communication
• Financial Acumen
• Collaborative Leadership
• Mission Integration
• Culture Building

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Ability to occasionally lift, pull, or push up to 30lbs.
• (If campus driver) A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Ability to move across and access various areas of Concordia University Campus

Commitment to the Concordia University Texas Mission

• Concordia University Texas (CTX) is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
• CTX seeks candidates who demonstrate both professional excellence and strong personal faith in Christ, while strengthening our campus culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• To the extent allowed by law, we reserve the right to give preference in employment based upon religion.
• As an institution rooted in the Lutheran tradition and aligned with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, CTX does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.