Assistant Director, Business Operations

Florida Gulf Coast University • Lexington, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Assistant Director, Business Operations provides leadership and management of administrative and business operations of the Lutgert College of Business. Provides solutions to operational problems that have significant impact on the Lutgert College of Business. FGCU is building a culture of curiosity, commitment and collaboration. We value employees who successfully work with others and drive positive change through critical thinking and decisive action. If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Requirements

• Ten years of directly related full-time experience or a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Business Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Organizational Psychology, or closely related field and six years of full-time experience directly related to the job functions.
• Professional full-time experience in budget management, accounting, administrative operations, or other related work experience.
• Experience operating a personal computer and proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
• Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience, and/or certifications may be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Master's Degree from an accredited institution in Business Management, Public Administration, Accounting, Organizational Psychology, or closely related field.
• Work experience in a higher education setting.
• Experience with Banner and Workday enterprise application.
• Experience managing others by providing information, guidance, and motivation.
• Experience in reviewing and evaluating financial data, developing annual and multiple-year budget projections and creating various reports.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day-to-day operations of the department or college's administrative functions, including finance, human resources, property control, and purchasing.
• Provides leadership and guidance to units within the college on operating and financial management.
• Provides guidance and direction to staff. Delegates work, establishes work schedules, and communicates performance standards.
• Provides expertise, and ensuring compliance with, university, campus, and school policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Develops and manages budgets to ensure program alignment with fiscal allocation.
• Prepares financial analyses such as income and expense forecasting, as well as a variety of routine and ad-hoc financial reports.
• Plans and implements special projects as assigned.
• Represents the department or college on committees and work groups as requested.
• Serves as a liaison between administration and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering policies and procedures, and resolving escalated issues and concerns related to the scope of duties.
• Serves as LCOB liaison for Office of Research Sponsored Programs.
• Participates in the strategic planning for assigned areas and assists with developing and implementing the departmental strategic plan.
• Establishes performance goals and measures to evaluate success within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Develops and implements business and fiscal processes to ensure compliance and good stewardship of university resources.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level