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The ED will shape the development, structure, and ongoing evolution of the RTG team by aligning staffing models, role design, and operational workflows with program scale and student needs. The position is responsible for guiding and holding staff accountable for delivering innovative, high-impact, student-centered programming and services with consistent quality, clear performance expectations, and measurable outcomes. 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In partnership with the Division of Student Success CFO, the ED will manage and execute cross-institutional financial processes. The ED will lead the development and ongoing governance of a comprehensive data and assessment strategy that tracks student outcomes from entry through matriculation and beyond, ensuring consistent collection, analysis, and reporting of key performance indicators. The ED will oversee the production of reporting mechanisms that translate data into actionable insights, demonstrate program impact, and ensure alignment with institutional and applicable national standards while contributing to broader university accountability and data initiatives.</span></p>",
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