Director, Business Services

emerson.edu

Boston, Massachusetts, United States
Base: $104,000.00 - $130,000.00 annually; bonus/eq...
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Manage $15 million annual operating budget
Oversee vendor relationships and contracts
Lead department managers and student workers
The Director provides strategic leadership and fiscal oversight for the Business Services department which includes auxiliary operations like dining, events, and vending

Job Summary

  • The Director provides strategic leadership and fiscal oversight for the Business Services department which includes auxiliary operations like dining, events, and vending.
  • This role manages an annual operating budget of approximately $15 million while overseeing vendor performance and contract negotiations.
  • Emerson College offers a competitive salary between $104,000 and $130,000 along with a generous benefits package including a 9% employer retirement contribution.

Matching Summary

The Director provides strategic leadership and fiscal oversight for the Business Services department which includes auxiliary operations like dining, events, and vending.

Salary

Base: $104,000.00 - $130,000.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Health plans, dental, time-off, 403(b) with 9% employer contribution

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Manage $15 million annual operating budget
  • Oversee vendor relationships and contracts
  • Lead department managers and student workers
  • Drive operational excellence in auxiliary services
  • Ensure revenue generation and cost control

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in higher education environment preferred
  • Strong customer service expertise required
  • Data-driven decision-making skills
  • Ability to influence change across complex operations
  • Exceptional strategic leadership capabilities

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management required
  • 7-10 years progressive management experience required
  • MBA or advanced degree preferred
  • Experience managing auxiliary services responsibility
  • Proven track record in revenue management and budgeting

Work Rights

Not specified

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