Patrick J. Lamy
Bloomfield,NJ
Summary
Strategic higher-education leader with 30+ years of experience advising presidents, governing boards, state agencies, and senior executives across complex academic institutions. Proven record directing cross-functional operations, driving institutional priorities, strengthening organizational effectiveness, and leading mission-critical initiatives. Extensive background in policy development, government relations, student success, crisis management, DEI strategy, external partnerships, grant development, and community engagement. Recognized for building collaborative infrastructures, optimizing executive decision-making, and leading with diplomacy, strategy, and organizational insight.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
New Jersey Amistad Commission
01.2022 - Current
- Lead the statewide education commission established to integrate African American history into K-12 curricula and strengthen cultural competency across New Jersey’s public education system.
- Serve as chief strategist and operational leader overseeing staff, programs, policy implementation, and execution of the Commission’s legislative mandate.
- Advise Commissioners appointed by the Governor, State Senate, and Legislature; manage board operations, governance, and statewide education initiatives.
- Partner with state agencies, county/municipal superintendents, and civic institutions to deliver equity-centered educational programming.
- Lead long-range strategic planning, statewide curriculum development, and public engagement efforts.
- Function as the Commission’s primary external liaison—representing the agency to educators, policymakers, media, civic leaders, and community stakeholders.
- Direct all fiscal operations including grants, fundraising, strategic resource allocation, and management of state appropriations.
Vice President for Student Affairs & Community Relations
Bloomfield College
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Senior Cabinet member responsible for student affairs oversight, institutional partnerships, and community engagement.
- Served as senior advisor to the President on institutional initiatives, legislative affairs, and strategic direction.
- Designed and executed a multi-year DEI strategic transition plan aligned with institutional mission and accreditation expectations.
- Built and managed partnerships with local government, community organizations, corporate partners, and advocacy groups.
- Developed multi-year strategies to expand revenue sources, government support, and philanthropic opportunities.
- Supported state and federal grant development; contributed to policy analysis and institutional positioning within legislative contexts.
- Assessed and enhanced civic engagement, student life initiatives, and cross-campus alignment of student support operations.
Vice President for Student Affairs / Dean of Students
Bloomfield College
01.2004 - 01.2019
- Led all student affairs operations and served as key member of the President’s senior leadership team.
- Managed a $14.5M portfolio spanning athletics, counseling, career services, residence life, campus safety officers, health services, and co-curricular initiatives.
- Served as senior advisor to national and regional higher-education organizations (AICUNJ, NASPA, CACC Division II).
- Chaired the President’s Taskforce on Student Retention and coordinated data-driven strategies to improve student performance, persistence, and outcomes.
- Led institutional policy development, student conduct oversight, and crisis response protocols.
- Directed accreditation reviews for the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
- Led recruiting, retention, and community engagement programs that advanced diversity and global learning.
Associate Dean for Student Affairs / Affirmative Action Officer
Bloomfield College
01.2000 - 01.2004
- Directed multiple student affairs functional units; strengthened first-year experience, leadership programs, and student success initiatives.
- Served as lead judicial officer and crisis management architect.
- Oversaw affirmative action compliance, investigations, training, and institutional hiring practices.
- Led campus-wide diversity education and co-authored institutional policy manuals.
- Additional Early Roles
- Bloomfield College: Assistant Dean/Director of Residence Life, EOF Counselor, Residence Life Coordinator.
Education
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Higher Education Administration & Organizational Leadership
Seton Hall University
Master of Arts - Education & Human Services (Student Personnel Management & Counseling)
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Pre-Medical
Caldwell University
Skills
- Executive Leadership & Strategic Advisory
- Board Relations & Shared Governance
- Organizational Management & Operations
- Government, Civic & Community Relations
- Policy Development & Compliance
- Strategic Planning & Institutional Priorities
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Leadership
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Executive Communications & Stakeholder Engagement
- Crisis Management & Risk Mitigation
- Budget Oversight & Resource Optimization
- Program Development & Grant Management
Affiliations
- ACPA
- ACA
- ASHE
- NASPA
- NJAAHE
Timeline
Executive Director
New Jersey Amistad Commission
01.2022 - Current
Vice President for Student Affairs & Community Relations
Bloomfield College
01.2019 - 01.2021
Vice President for Student Affairs / Dean of Students
Bloomfield College
01.2004 - 01.2019
Associate Dean for Student Affairs / Affirmative Action Officer
Bloomfield College
01.2000 - 01.2004
Master of Arts - Education & Human Services (Student Personnel Management & Counseling)
Montclair State University
Bachelor of Arts - Biology/Pre-Medical
Caldwell University
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) - Higher Education Administration & Organizational Leadership
Seton Hall University
SELECTED LEADERSHIP, COMMITTEES & PROJECT TEAMS
- Strategic Planning Council (Chair)
- DEI Taskforce (Chair)
- Middle States Accreditation Steering Committee
- President’s Retention Taskforce (Chair)
- Emergency Response Team (Chair)
- Annual Fundraising Committee (Raised $1M)
- AAC&U Diversity & Learning Planning Committee
- Legislative Action Committee for Independent Colleges
- Student Affairs Assessment Committee (Chair)
GRANTS & FUNDING LEADERSHIP
- PBI Grant – U.S. Department of Education: $1.2M
- Esports Program Launch: $150K
- Faculty Co-Curricular Innovation Grant: $140K
- Student Emergency Loan Fund: $140K
- Chaplain & Wellness Grants: $100K+
- Additional state, federal, and foundation grant contributions