Strategic AVP, Business Services & Operations

Miami Dade College; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Miami Dade College seeks a visionary Associate Vice Provost, Business Services to steer critical college-wide operations, including procurement, risk management, and asset management. This executive role focuses on fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance, and innovative revenue generation across auxiliary services.

The position partners with College leadership to translate strategic goals into efficient processes, robust governance, and strong vendor relationships that safeguard assets and

Qualifications

• Master's degree and 7+ years of experience in budgeting, financial management, risk management, auxiliary services, or related area.
• Bachelor's degree with 11+ years of progressive management experience in those fields.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule including evenings/weekends and travel between campuses.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for College-wide business and auxiliary services, driving innovation, operational efficiency, service quality, and revenue generation.
• Lead risk management, safety, loss control, insurance, and asset protection programs.
• Oversee auxiliary operations and vendor relationships for bookstore, food service, vending, and other revenue-generating services.
• Provide leadership for procurement and property/asset management, ensuring sound business practices and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and manage departmental budgets and conduct cost, revenue, productivity, and financial analyses to improve fiscal and operational performance.
• Establish effective organizational structures, workflows, staffing models, policies, and procedures that support College priorities.
• Recruit, develop, supervise, and evaluate professional staff across business and auxiliary service operations.
• Partner with the Vice Provost and Chief Financial Officer in developing long-range financial plans for operating and capital resources.
• Represent Business Affairs on College committees and workgroups, providing expertise in financial management, procurement, risk management, real estate, property management, and auxiliary operations.
• Build productive relationships with internal stakeholders, vendors, governmental agencies, and other external partners.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Financial oversight

Procurement

Risk management

Vendor management

Change management

Education

Master's degree in Business Administration/Finance/Accounting/Management

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Miami Dade College seeks a visionary Associate Vice Provost, Business Services to steer critical college-wide operations, including procurement, risk management, and asset management. This executive role focuses on fiscal stewardship, regulatory compliance, and innovative revenue generation across auxiliary services.

The position partners with College leadership to translate strategic goals into efficient processes, robust governance, and strong vendor relationships that safeguard assets and