LCE Operations Manager

University of Oregon; Eugene, Northern (OR, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Job summary

The Lundquist Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation at the University of Oregon seeks an Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations, projects, events, and a student team. You will partner with the Dean’s Office and center leadership to steer strategic initiatives and ensure smooth, compliant operations.

You will manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Three years of office experience including two years at full performance level and experience generating documents.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion in handling sensitive information.
• Ability to work independently with accountability and follow-through.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate projects and events.

Responsibilities

• Oversee core operations and project management for the Lundquist Center.
• Lead event management and supervision of student employees.
• Contribute to strategy, communications, marketing, and systems coordination.
• Align center operations with university guidelines in collaboration with leadership.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Problem solving

Stakeholder coordination

Independent work

Tools

Electronic calendars

Word processing

Spreadsheets

Job description

Job no: 537039

Work type: Classified Staff

Location: Eugene, OR

Categories: Administrative/Professional, Administrative/Office Support, Business Administration/Management, Operations/Infrastructure

Department Summary

The Lundquist Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation educates, inspires, and empowers future entrepreneurs, instilling in students the very characteristics of entrepreneurship—innovation, initiative, accountability, and dedication. By combining a solid foundation of business theory with extraordinary experiential learning, the center has earned a reputation as one of the nation's finest entrepreneurship programs.

Position Summary

The Lundquist Center for Entrepreneurship, one of the four Centers of Excellence in the Lundquist College of Business, is looking for a dynamic and innovative professional to join its team as its Operations Manager. As the primary administrative officer, you will help direct LCE’s operations while informing its strategic initiatives, contributing to the realization of its mission and goals.

You will exercise broad responsibility and independent decision-making authority, overseeing crucial functions such as project management, event management, and supervision of a dedicated team of student employees, fostering a collaborative and thriving work environment. You will also play a key role in strategy and design, communications and marketing, and systems and coordination management.

As the key connection between LCE leadership, the Dean’s Office, and the University, you will play a vital role in aligning the center's business operations with the university's guidelines. Your collaborative efforts with the Director will be instrumental in driving the unit's success.

Three years of office experience which included two years at full performance level and experience generating documents; and Lead work responsibility or coordination of office procedures.

• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build collaborative relationships and work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment.
• Excellent organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, anticipate needs, and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, initiative, and discretion in handling sensitive information, resolving conflicts, and making operational decisions.
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of accountability, accuracy, diligence, and follow-through.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate projects, programs, events, and partnerships.
• Proficiency with business software and technology, including electronic calendars, word processing, and spreadsheets.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience planning, coordinating, and executing large-scale or signature events involving multiple stakeholders, vendors, or participants.
• Experience working in a higher education environment, including supporting academic programs, centers, or student-focused initiatives.
• Experience working directly with students, including supervision, mentoring, advising, or program coordination.
• Experience supporting business operations, program administration, or project management within a complex organization.

FLSA Exempt: No

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a background check.

This is a classified position represented by the SEIU Local 503, Oregon Public Employees Union.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits package to eligible employees, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about benefits, visit our website .

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status. The University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an accommodation in connection with the application process, please email us or call 541-346-5112.

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