Operations Lead for Data & Information Sciences

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Chapel Hill (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Operations Manager to lead the School of Data and Information Sciences’ Finance and Operations portfolio. The role manages projects, implements process improvements, and ensures efficient execution of strategic initiatives across the school.

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Finance and Operations, you will supervise the Facilities Coordinator, coordinate cross‑functional priorities, and promote consistent business practices in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree and 0-2 years’ experience.
• Experience in higher education or a similarly complex environment.
• Excellent organizational and project management skills.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational projects and initiatives for the School.
• Coordinate priorities across facilities, finance, and admin teams.
• Supervise the Facilities Coordinator and ensure a safe, functional work environment.
• Communicate operational updates to the Dean and stakeholders.

Skills

Organizational skills

Project management

Communication

Data analysis

Problem solving

Collaborative work

Education

Master’s or bachelor’s degree

Tools

PeopleSoft/Banner familiarity

Job description

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill seeks an Operations Manager to lead the School of Data and Information Sciences’ Finance and Operations portfolio. The role manages projects, implements process improvements, and ensures efficient execution of strategic initiatives across the school.

Reporting to the Associate Dean for Finance and Operations, you will supervise the Facilities Coordinator, coordinate cross‑functional priorities, and promote consistent business practices in a dynamic