Strategic Summer Campus Programs Leader

The University of Vermont; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont is seeking a Summer Campus Program Director to serve as the central leader for summer strategy, operations, and workforce planning, coordinating academic programs, conferences, athletic camps, and campus services into a unified, high-quality summer experience.

Working across academic and administrative units, the Director guides space utilization, scheduling, resource deployment, and operational execution to enhance program quality and sustainability.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in higher education administration or related field.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing complex projects.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with budget management and operational planning.
• Knowledge of compliance, risk management, and best practices for supporting minors and diverse student populations.
• Commitment to inclusive excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead summer operations strategy, planning, and workforce deployment.
• Coordinate across units to integrate academic programs, conferences, and campus services.
• Align space utilization, scheduling, and operational execution with institutional priorities.
• Collaborate with university leadership on workforce planning and organizational development.
• Ensure compliance and customer-centered service in summer operations.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Budget management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Risk management

Inclusive excellence

Education

Master’s degree

Job description

The University of Vermont is seeking a Summer Campus Program Director to serve as the central leader for summer strategy, operations, and workforce planning, coordinating academic programs, conferences, athletic camps, and campus services into a unified, high-quality summer experience.

Working across academic and administrative units, the Director guides space utilization, scheduling, resource deployment, and operational execution to enhance program quality and sustainability.