Director Of Operations- Afic@mco

University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture

Springdale, AR, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Bachelor's degree in stem or business
Minimum 10 years professional experience
At least 4 years supervisory role
The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Director of Operations for the Arkansas Food Innovation Center at the Market Center of the Ozarks in Springdale, AR. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing budgets, and fostering partnerships to support local food entrepreneurs and strengthen regional food systems

Job Summary

  • The Director of Operations will provide leadership and operational management for the Arkansas Food Innovation Center at the Market Center of the Ozarks.
  • This role involves overseeing day-to-day operations, budget administration, facilities management, and supervising a team of eight full-time and part-time employees.
  • The position requires developing strategic partnerships to strengthen local and regional food systems while managing fee-for-service business models.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture is seeking a Director of Operations for the Arkansas Food Innovation Center at the Market Center of the Ozarks in Springdale, AR. This role involves overseeing daily operations, managing budgets, and fostering partnerships to support local food entrepreneurs and strengthen regional food systems.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible: Yes

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in STEM or business
  • Minimum 10 years professional experience
  • At least 4 years supervisory role
  • Grant writing and project development
  • Food industry or entrepreneurship knowledge

Nice-to-have

  • MBA or MS in Operations Management
  • Degree in Food Science
  • Experience with co-manufacturing activities
  • Strong stakeholder relationship building
  • Volunteer program management

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 10+ years professional experience
  • 4+ years in supervisory role
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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