Director Of Operations

merrill.umd.edu

College Park, Maryland, United States
Base: $165,680 to $198,816.00; bonus/equity: not s...
Not specified
10 years professional experience in business operations
5 years supervising professional staff
Knowledge of hr policies and federal regulations
The University of Maryland is seeking a Director of Operations for its Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, responsible for overseeing administrative, financial, and operational activities. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in academic administration, budget management, and staff supervision, with a focus on compliance and strategic planning

Job Summary

  • The Director plans and directs all administrative, financial, and operational activities for the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering and affiliated centers.
  • This role involves overseeing approximately $51M in departmental finances, payroll for 347 employees, and faculty affairs for over 180 faculty members.
  • Candidates must have a strong understanding of center operations and the ability to contribute to large-scale grant proposals within a higher education environment.

Matching Summary

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The University of Maryland is seeking a Director of Operations for its Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, responsible for overseeing administrative, financial, and operational activities. The ideal candidate should have substantial experience in academic administration, budget management, and staff supervision, with a focus on compliance and strategic planning.

Salary

Base: $165,680 to $198,816.00; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Regular Exempt benefits package included

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10 years professional experience in business operations
  • 5 years supervising professional staff
  • Knowledge of HR policies and federal regulations
  • Experience managing $51M departmental finances
  • Ability to work on large-scale grant proposals

Nice-to-have

  • Familiarity with data visualization tools like Tableau
  • Experience managing sponsored research administration
  • Master's degree in Business Administration preferred
  • Knowledge of pre and post award processes
  • Strong background in academic administration

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience in finance, HR, or operations
  • Minimum 5 years of experience supervising professional staff
  • Preferred Master's degree in related field
  • Completion of background check and employment eligibility verification

Work Rights

Must complete employment eligibility verification (Form I-9)

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