Science Center Operations Director

Smith College; United States; On-site; USD 106,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Smith College seeks an experienced administrator to lead the Clark Science Center’s operations, facilities, and budget management. The role oversees ~30 staff across nine units serving twenty STEM departments in five buildings, ensuring compliant, efficient services and equitable practices.

You will chair committees, hire and coach staff, manage multi-million dollar budgets, and guide planning from facilities to program development, while fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate degree in Business Administration, Science, Educational Administration or related field.
• 12+ years experience managing people, complex operations, multi-million dollar budgets.
• Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and written/oral communication skills.
• Expense tracking, budget management and planning experience.
• Proficiency with Google Apps and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the operations and administration of the Clark Science Center.
• Hire, supervise, and evaluate support staff.
• Ensure regulatory licenses and safety compliance across units.
• Develop and manage space planning and capital projects.
• Provide leadership to multiple committees and coordinate with stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership (people management)

Budget management

Communication skills

Strategic planning

Google Apps proficiency

Education

Graduate degree in Business Administration / related field

Tools

Google Apps

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

MS Access or FileMaker

Job description

Smith College seeks an experienced administrator to lead the Clark Science Center’s operations, facilities, and budget management. The role oversees ~30 staff across nine units serving twenty STEM departments in five buildings, ensuring compliant, efficient services and equitable practices.

You will chair committees, hire and coach staff, manage multi-million dollar budgets, and guide planning from facilities to program development, while fostering a diverse, inclusive work environment.