What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Business Operations position at The University of New Mexico- Los Alamos?
Company Description
UNM Los Alamos is a branch campus of the University of New Mexico, the state’s flagship university. Renowned for its small classes and committed instructors, the campus provides a supportive and student-focused learning environment. With a student-to-faculty ratio of 15:1, UNM Los Alamos emphasizes hands-on learning opportunities typically found at private institutions, all while maintaining affordable community college tuition rates. The campus serves as a hub of access and excellence in education, catering to a diverse student body.
Role Description
UNM-Los Alamos is seeking a person to serve as the Director of Business Operations. This position oversees the administrative and operational activities of the campus. This includes business and fiscal management, human resources, information systems, physical plant/facilities management, and related auxiliary services. Plans, oversees, and coordinates capital and operating expenditures, budgeting, and fiscal systems. Provides leadership in the cost-effective use of resources, administrative strategies, policies, and programs for the branch. Serves as a member of the branch senior administrative team.
Apply directly on our website: https://unm.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/18/home/requisition/35264?c=unm
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree; at least 5 years of experience directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified.
Completed degree(s) from an accredited institution that are above the minimum education requirement may be substituted for experience on a year for year basis.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting
- Master’s degree in Business or related field
- Professional certifications, such as CPA or CMA
- Experience with accounting and business operations at Higher Education institutions
- Ability to plan, implement, and administer financial information and control systems.
- Knowledge of Human Resources practices.
- Skill in business planning and management.
- Ability to foster a cooperative work environment.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
- Ability to develop and implement creative revenue-generation plans, programs, and initiatives.
- Ability to research, analyze, and conceptualize long-term information systems needs on an organizational basis.
- Skills in employee development and performance management, including organizing, prioritizing, and scheduling work assignments.
- Advanced project management and leadership skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the operational characteristics and requirements of an academic branch campus.
- Familiar with a diverse, multi-cultural environment
- Commitment to working with others for the overall good of UNM-LA
- Humor, grace, resilience and a persona that exhibits accessibility, kindness, and humility.