Director of Operations
About The Position
Baylor University is seeking a Director of Operations for the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing. The Director of Operations oversees the day-to-day operations, systems, and organizational infrastructure of the Baylor Center for Disability and Flourishing. Reporting to the Executive Director, this role ensures effective administrative, financial, and personnel processes that support the Center’s mission, projects, and growth. The Director of Operations coordinates internal systems, supervises staff and student workers, and represents the Center in key operational relationships across Baylor University. A Master's degree and five years of relevant work experience are required. A Doctoral degree and seven years of relevant work experience are preferred. A combination of education and experience will be considered in lieu of one another. Additional required skills include: Leadership Process Improvement Project Management Administrative Skills Strategic Thinking All applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.
Requirements
- Master's degree and five years of relevant work experience
- Leadership
- Process Improvement
- Project Management
- Administrative Skills
- Strategic Thinking
- Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Nice To Haves
- Doctoral degree and seven years of relevant work experience
Responsibilities
- Oversee day-to-day administrative operations of the Center, ensuring efficient coordination of staffing, space, scheduling, communications, and internal systems
- Develop and maintain operational processes that support the Center’s research, programs, partnerships, and events
- Coordinate internal workflows and project timelines to ensure alignment across initiatives and teams
- Work closely with the School of Education Business Office and campus finance partners to monitor Center budgets, contracts, and expenditures
- Support financial planning for funded projects and operational needs, ensuring compliance with Baylor policies and sponsor requirements
- Assist with financial tracking, reporting, and coordination related to grants and Center activities
- Supervise administrative staff, student employees, and other operational personnel within the Center
- Coordinate hiring processes, onboarding, performance expectations, and professional development
- Support a positive and collaborative work environment that advances the Center’s mission and strategic priorities
- Develop and maintain systems related to scheduling, project management, documentation, internal communications, and resource coordination
- Support efficient information flow across the Center and ensure key records, systems, and operational practices are maintained
- Serve as a liaison with university offices and committees related to operations, facilities, human resources, finance, and compliance
- Participate in relevant campus initiatives and support coordination between the Center and internal and external partners
- Perform all other duties as assigned to support Baylor’s mission
- Ability to comply with university policies
- Maintain regular and punctual attendance
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- generous time off
- tuition remission
- outstanding automatic retirement contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
