Executive Vice President (EVP) Business Operations
Position Overview:
The Executive Vice President (EVP) of Business Operations is a senior leader who oversees and drives the strategic and operational success of the organization. Reporting directly to the President the EVP is responsible for supervising Vice Presidents across all divisions including Student Affairs and Enrollment Academic Affairs Administration Campus Safety and Facilities. This individual ensures seamless collaboration and alignment across all campuswide functions fostering a highperforming and collaborative environment while advancing the universitys strategic goals. The role also demands someone capable of rapidly learning and leading across the organizations business services and products.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership:
- Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with organizational goals ensuring the universitys business services are innovative and efficient.
- Supervise all Vice Presidents ensuring their functions and initiatives align with the universitys mission.
Academic Affairs Oversight:
- Directly supervise and oversee the Academic Affairs function to ensure operational efficiency and alignment with the universitys goals fostering synergies between academic and business functions.
Operational Excellence:
- Oversee key business functions including finance HR facilities and IT ensuring compliance efficiency and process optimization.
- Lead initiatives to identify and implement best practices for continuous improvement and operational excellence.
Leadership and Mentorship:
- Lead mentor and inspire teams across business and academic units promoting accountability innovation and a collaborative culture.
Stakeholder Engagement:
- Build and nurture strong relationships with stakeholders representing the university in highlevel engagements and negotiations.
Qualifications
- Masters degree in Business Administration (MBA) is required.
- Extensive leadership experience in business operations with a demonstrated ability to come up to speed quickly and lead effectively across various functions.
- Prior experience in higher education isnot required.
- Expertise in strategic planning financial management and process optimization.
- Exceptional leadership communication and analytical skills.
- Proven ability to learn rapidly and adapt to complex organizational environments.
- Commitment to ethical practices and fostering an inclusive workplace.
Required Experience:
Chief