Special Assistant to the Executive Director
About The Position
This position will directly support the Executive Director. The incumbent will be responsible for project development, organization, and implementation. They will work to expand customer base and grow revenue streams as well as many additional functions. The Veterinary Health System transforms our service units into a comprehensive veterinary medical center governed by responsible management that supports our units’ individual missions. Capitalizing on Colorado State University’s top ranking in veterinary medicine, and building on our tradition of providing high-quality compassionate care and achieving outstanding clinical outcomes, the Veterinary Health System broadens our expertise and skill to deliver the highest levels of customer service, employee satisfaction, and advancements in medicine through clinical service, diagnostics, research, and innovation. The CSU Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory does not follow standard University Holiday Schedule due to the nature of the business.
Requirements
- A bachelor’s degree in business management, project management, or other related field.
Nice To Haves
- A minimum of 10 years of experience working university business, project or operations management
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in leading a team and managing projects
Responsibilities
- Assist with and/or manage various projects for the VDL, including project development and implementation, organization and communication of project activities, and ensuring delivery of project outcomes and appropriate management of finances
- Independently troubleshoot, problem solve and manage issues related to priority, project contributors, including conflict resolution and other issues impacting success if necessary
- Work on a variety of projects to facilitate improvements at the VDL, including client services, client expansion and relationship building, and general business operations projects
- Provide leadership during VDL transition of client services and business personnel
- Develop interpersonal relationships with internal and external stakeholders while managing projects
- Organize project plans and schedules and coordinate information distribution relative to the projects
- Provide strong data management, objective assessment, critical thinking and communications skills to all projects
- Develop and employ communication strategies to engage internal and external customers and stakeholders
Benefits
- Robust benefits package
- Collaborative atmosphere
- Focus on work-life balance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
