Executive Director - Business Services

University of Missouri-Columbia; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri-Columbia is seeking an Executive Director who will lead Campus Dining Services, Parking and Transportation, MU Stores, Missouri Student Unions, and related services. The role oversees about 185 full-time employees, 800+ part-time and student staff, with operating budgets exceeding $85M.

As a key member of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Business Services leadership team, the Executive Director will provide strategic advice, oversight and management, partnering with

Qualifications

• A Master's degree in a relevant area with 10+ years of experience or a Bachelor's with 12+ years of experience.
• Experience leading professionals and teams at a strategic level.
• Ability to interpret complex business and financial information for decision making.
• Experience collaborating with campus leaders while advancing a complex organization's objectives.
• A track record of balancing collaboration and financial sustainability.
• Familiarity with higher education systems and policies.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oversight for and inspire continuous improvement among the units for which the position is responsible.
• Build in-depth understanding of how each unit operates to ensure alignment with university priorities.
• Maintain working knowledge of how each unit impacts partners to maximize mutual benefit.
• Ensure operations drive net revenues while maintaining excellent service for the campus community.
• Collaborate with the President's office, Provost, Research, Finance, Facilities & Advancement when appropriate.
• Participate in planning, development, analysis and implementation of projects and strategic initiatives.
• Act as convenor for campus-wide discussions on auxiliary unit issues and opportunities.
• Participate in policy development with the lens of auxiliary operations.
• Handle other projects and initiatives assigned by the Vice Chancellor.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial acumen

Collaboration

Higher education familiarity

Decision making

Education

Master's degree in a relevant area

Bachelor's degree in a relevant area

Job description

Hiring Department

VP for Finance.

Job Description

This Executive Director is a strategic leader for multiple units that support the university in providing essential services to the campus community - Campus Dining Services, Parking and Transportation Services, University of Missouri Stores, Missouri Student Unions, A.L. Gustin Golf course, Show Me State Games and other services. This position will act as a strategic partner with various campus leaders and have responsibility for providing leadership, oversight, advice and management of these units and services. In all these units include about 185 full-time employees, 800 part-time and student employees and have operating budgets totaling over $85M.

The Executive Director will be a member of the Vice Chancellor for Finance and Business Services leadership team. In this capacity the individual will contribute to projects, processes and policies that have impact beyond the specific units and functions that report directly to the Executive Director.

Responsibilities

• Maintain oversight for and inspire continuous improvement among the units for which the position is responsible
• Build in-depth understanding of how each unit operates to ensure the units are acting in concert with university priorities and are operating at a high level in their field.
• Maintain working knowledge of how each unit has impact on various partners and collaborators to maximize mutual benefit.
• Ensure operations drive net revenues to sustain their operations while being true to excellent service for the campus community.
• Ensure collaboration with the President's office, Provost, Research, Finance, Facilities & Advancement when appropriate.
• Participate in planning, development, analysis and implementation of projects and strategic initiatives.
• Act as convenor for campus wide discussions of issues and opportunities that have impact on auxiliary units of the university.
• Participate in policy development and review, bringing the lens of auxiliary operations to the process.
• Other projects and initiatives assigned by the Vice Chancellor.

As with all positions, involvement with other duties and responsibilities may be expected to support the mission and priorities of the University of Missouri.

Shift

Full-time, Monday-Friday, 8am - 5pm, Central Time, with occasional weekend and evening hours.

Minimum Qualifications

A Master's degree in a relevant area and 10 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired OR a Bachelor's degree in a relevant area and 12 years of experience from which comparable knowledge and skills can be acquired is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability in strategically leading professionals and teams.
• Ability to understand complex business and financial information and use the information to inform decision making.
• Experience working collaboratively with leaders in other areas while maintaining the overall objective of a complex organization.
• A track record of balancing collaboration and excellence while maintaining financial sustainability.
• Familiarity with higher education systems and policies.

Anticipated Hiring Range

Salary Range: $175K - $225K per year

Grade: GGS EIB

University Title: Executive Director.

Internal applicants can determine their University title by accessing the Talent Profile tile in myHR.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Community Information

Columbia offers small-town friendliness with big city features and a high quality of life for people of all ages and interests. Founded on education and known as an ideal college town, its location also makes it an attractive spot for businesses and travelers. Located on Interstate 70 and U.S. Highway 63, Columbia is right in the middle of the state and the nation. Just a couple hours' drive from St. Louis and Kansas City, Columbia is Boone County's largest population center offering big-city culture, activities, and resources with a low cost of living. Columbia is home to a variety of restaurants and entertainment venues and hosts more than a dozen festivals each year. If you want to grow your career, continue your education, raise a family, and retire, Columbia is a good place to be!

Benefit Eligibility

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, paid time off, short- and long-term disability, paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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