Summer Campus Programs Director: Strategy & Operations

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

Job summary

University of Vermont seeks a Summer Campus Program Director to lead summer strategy, operations, conferences, and campus services, coordinating across academic and administrative units to deliver a high-quality, unified summer experience.

This role partners with university leadership to optimize space, scheduling, staffing, and program quality, while ensuring compliance and financial sustainability. 37.5 hours per week, 12-month term; exempt; open until filled.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5+ years in higher education administration, conference/event coordination, program management, or campus operations.
• Demonstrated success 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 strategy, operations, and workforce planning across academic and administrative units.
• Align space utilization, program scheduling, and resource allocation for a unified summer experience.
• Coordinate enterprise initiatives with campus services, housing, dining, facilities, transportation, IT, risk management, and athletics.
• Ensure compliance, customer focus, and financial sustainability across all summer operations.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Operational planning

Organizational skills

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

University of Vermont seeks a Summer Campus Program Director to lead summer strategy, operations, conferences, and campus services, coordinating across academic and administrative units to deliver a high-quality, unified summer experience.

This role partners with university leadership to optimize space, scheduling, staffing, and program quality, while ensuring compliance and financial sustainability. 37.5 hours per week, 12-month term; exempt; open until filled.