Director of VTH Operations
University of Georgia
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Job summary
University of Georgia’s College of Veterinary Medicine seeks a Director of VTH Operations to oversee facilities, equipment, inventory, safety, and IT in a 24/7 teaching hospital environment. You will partner with VTH leadership and CVM to advance clinical, teaching, and research missions while driving operational excellence, strategic planning, and change management across multiple interdependent teams.
The role requires strong leadership, communication, and collaboration with University
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience including 3 years of supervisory experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead operations across facilities, equipment, inventory and supply chain to support 24/7 hospital operations.
- Ensure safety and regulatory compliance across the VTH, CVM, and university partners.
Skills
Education
Job description
Posting Number: S16002P
Working Title: Director of VTH Operations
Department: VetMed-VTH Administration
Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state's flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University's main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University's enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.
The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine, founded in 1946, is dedicated to training future veterinarians, providing services to animal owners and veterinarians, and conducting investigations to improve the health of animals as well as people. The college benefits pets and their owners, food-producing animals, and wildlife by offering the highest quality hospital and diagnostic laboratory services. Equipped with the most technologically advanced facilities located on a university campus, the college is dedicated to safeguarding public health by studying emerging infectious diseases that affect both animal and human health.
The College of Veterinary Medicine values all members of the university community, recognizing that differences in experience and culture can only lead to a more well-rounded, accepting academic environment as embodied in our Principles of Community.
College/Unit/Department website: https://vet.uga.edu/hospital-and-primary-care/hospital/
Posting Type: External
Retirement Plan: TRS or ORP
Employment Type: Employee
Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligible
Full/Part time: Full Time
Work Schedule: General business hours between 8a-5p with flexibility to be available outside of this to meet the needs of a 24/7/365 hospital operation.
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience
Posting Date: 11/03/2026
Open until filled: No
Closing Date: 11/23/2026
Proposed Starting Date: 01/04/2027
Location of Vacancy: Athens Area
The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning, as well the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 08.02.18.01.02. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 06.05 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom.
Classification Title: Admin Operations Manager
FLSA: Exempt
FTE: 1.0
Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent plus 10 years of professional experience to include 3 years of supervisory experience
Demonstrated leadership experience (at least 3 years) in operations, facilities management, or infrastructure support within a complex organization, preferably a large and small animal veterinary hospital or hospitals.
The Director of VTH Operations ( DVO ) serves as a member of the VTH Senior Administrative Team and provides high level oversight of VTH infrastructure and operational functions that support the missions of exceptional patient and client care, instruction of veterinary professionals, advancement of veterinary medicine, and institutional sustainability in a complex, 24/7 teaching hospital environment.
The DVO leads the management of critical operational areas including facilities, equipment, inventory and supply chain operations, safety and regulatory compliance, and veterinary healthcare information technology systems. Working collaboratively with VTH leadership, the College of Veterinary Medicine ( CVM ), and University partners, the DVO ensures these functions operate safely, efficiently, and in alignment with hospital priorities and accreditation requirements.
This role exercises operational authority within assigned areas, emphasizes strong leadership and communication, and requires the ability to manage change, prioritize competing demands, and guide teams and contractors through ongoing projects and system improvements.
- Demonstrated leadership experience (at least 3 years) in operations, facilities management, or infrastructure support within a complex organization, preferably a large and small animal veterinary hospital or hospitals.
- Knowledge of managing facilities projects or renovations in active, occupied environments.
- Strong leadership, communication, and change management skills.
- Working knowledge of safety, regulatory compliance, or risk management practices.
- Experience (at least 3 years) in a veterinary teaching hospital, academic medical centers, or hospital.
- Experience (at least 3 years) overseeing equipment programs, inventory systems, or healthcare information systems.
- Professional certification in facilities management, safety, compliance, or project management.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Work in adverse weather conditions (heat and cold).
- Pushing and pulling.
- Working overhead.
- Climb and work from ladder.
- Stand for long periods of time.
- Driving as needed to perform job tasks.
- Partner with VTH leadership to support clinical, teaching, research, and financial missions.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate operational managers and supervisors.
- Lead development and monitoring of operational metrics and key performance indicators.
- Contribute to strategic planning and operational forecasting.
- Serve as liaison between VTH leadership and CVM and University Facilities partners.
- Manage utilization, maintenance, renovation, and construction of VTH spaces through delegation of support team.
- Oversee management of facilities projects in active clinical environments.
- Participate in capital improvement planning and infrastructure prioritization.
- Oversee equipment manager and assistant in planning, acquisition, replacement, and lifecycle management of clinical and operational equipment.
- Ensure biomedical equipment safety, regulatory compliance, and asset tracking.
- Manage oversight of equipment service contracts and collaborate with finance and procurement partners.
- oversee materials management, inventory control, and distribution processes through the Warehouse and Central Sterile in collaboration with Senior Finance Manager and Purchasing Manager,
- Complete implementation and optimization of inventory management systems.
- Balance product availability with cost control, waste reduction, and compliance requirements.
- Oversee Safety and Compliance Officer in leading hospital-wide safety programs including occupational safety, hazardous materials, radiation safety, and emergency preparedness.
- Ensure compliance with University, state, and federal regulations and AVMA COE accreditation standards.
- Oversee audits, risk mitigation strategies, and corrective actions.
- Collaborate with VTH , CVM , and University IT leadership to advance veterinary healthcare systems.
- Support evaluation, implementation, and integration of clinical and operational technologies.
- Supervise IT capital planning, vendor management, and service agreements.
- Manage operational budgeting for supervised departments.
- Collaborate on operating and capital budgets and long-term financial planning.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining safety, quality, and service standards.
Recruitment Contact Name: Sonya Lane
Recruitment Contact Email: slane@uga.edu
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