JENNIFER NUNEZ
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Results-driven higher education leader with over a decade of experience in academic program management, faculty development, and strategic operations. Expertise in curriculum design, accreditation, and data analytics to drive student success. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, enhance institutional effectiveness, and develop high-impact programs aligned with industry standards. Adept at fostering partnerships between academia, government, and military sectors to advance educational excellence.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Chief of Staff (Contractor)
Defense Security Cooperation University
Arlington, USA
05.2024 - Current
- Direct strategic initiatives and policy implementation to optimize operational efficiency and institutional effectiveness
- Lead cross-functional teams to drive faculty and curriculum development, aligning educational offerings with organizational goals
- Spearhead process improvement strategies, leveraging data analysis to enhance decision-making and performance outcomes
- Serve as Acting Chief of Staff, ensuring seamless leadership transition and stakeholder engagement
Adjunct Professor, PACE 111
University of Maryland Global Campus
01.2020 - Current
- Company Overview: Online
- Deliver engaging online instruction, integrating active learning strategies to enhance student success
- Mentor students on academic and career planning, fostering a student-centered learning environment
- Online
Chief, Registrar and Admissions Division
Inter-American Defense College
Fort McNair, USA
03.2020 - 05.2024
- Oversaw academic operations, including faculty credentialing, student admissions, and accreditation compliance, ensuring academic integrity
- Managed recruitment and admissions strategy, increasing student enrollment and enhancing diversity efforts
- Utilized data-driven insights to optimize curriculum planning, accreditation processes, and institutional reporting
- Led the implementation of Student Information System (SIS) enhancements to improve data management and decision-making
- Designed and coordinated faculty development workshops, integrating best practices in instructional design and adult learning theories
Dissertation Chair, Ph.D. in Cybersecurity
Capitol Technology University
Laurel, USA
06.2019 - 07.2021
- Guided doctoral candidates through research development, data analysis, and dissertation defense processes
- Provided mentorship on academic writing, methodology, and research ethics
Associate Director of Enrollment Management
George Washington University, School of Nursing
Washington, USA
03.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed and implemented enrollment strategies, increasing student retention and program efficiency
- Analyzed enrollment trends to improve student engagement and optimize academic program offerings
- Managed course scheduling, student advising, and policy compliance to ensure seamless student progression
Education
Doctorate in Management - Community College Leadership
University of Maryland Global Campus
08.2018
Master’s in Administration - Higher Education
State University of New York, Stony Brook
08.2013
Bachelor’s - Africana/Puerto Rican Studies
City University of New York, Hunter College
06.2011
Skills
- Higher Education Leadership & Strategic Planning
- Faculty Development & Coaching
- Curriculum & Instructional Design
- Institutional Effectiveness & Accreditation
- Data-Driven Decision Making & Academic Analytics
- Enrollment & Student Success Strategies
- Stakeholder & Partnership Engagement
- Student Information Systems (SIS): Banner
- Student Information Systems (SIS): Tableau
- Student Information Systems (SIS): Salesforce
- Student Information Systems (SIS): TargetX
- Learning Management Systems (LMS): Blackboard
- Learning Management Systems (LMS): Articulate 360
- Learning Management Systems (LMS): Adobe Captivate
- Data & Reporting Tools: Tableau
- Data & Reporting Tools: Excel
- Data & Reporting Tools: SPSS
Certifications And Awards
- Project Management Professional 35 Hours
- Excellence in Teaching Award (2x Winner)
- Diversity & Inclusion Leadership Award
Clearance
Secret Clearance
Technical Proficiencies
Banner, Tableau, Salesforce, TargetX, Blackboard, Articulate 360, Adobe Captivate, Tableau, Excel, SPSS
Personal Information
Citizenship: US Citizen
Timeline
Deputy Chief of Staff (Contractor)
Defense Security Cooperation University
05.2024 - Current
Chief, Registrar and Admissions Division
Inter-American Defense College
03.2020 - 05.2024
Adjunct Professor, PACE 111
University of Maryland Global Campus
01.2020 - Current
Dissertation Chair, Ph.D. in Cybersecurity
Capitol Technology University
06.2019 - 07.2021
Associate Director of Enrollment Management
George Washington University, School of Nursing
03.2019 - 02.2020
Doctorate in Management - Community College Leadership
University of Maryland Global Campus
Master’s in Administration - Higher Education
State University of New York, Stony Brook
Bachelor’s - Africana/Puerto Rican Studies
City University of New York, Hunter College