Chief Operating Officer & Vice Chancellor

Chief Operating Officer & Vice Chancellor About the Company Conservative Jewish education organization Industry Higher Education Type Educational Institution Founded 1886 Employees 201-500 Specialties judaism rabbinic cantorial torah leadership academics Library and Conservative movement About the Role The Company is seeking a Chief Operating Officer and Vice-Chancellor to join its executive leadership team. The successful candidate will be a strategic and operational leader with a strong financial background, capable of providing the business functions and institution-wide oversight necessary for the company's continued growth and success. This role is pivotal in shaping the future of the institution, which is dedicated to inspired teaching, world-class scholarship, and the Jewish community. The VC-COO will be responsible for a wide range of areas, including human resources, finance, facilities management, information technology, and legal, and will work closely with the Chancellor and the Board of Trustees to ensure that the company's financial and strategic decisions are well-informed and aligned with its mission. Candidates for the VC-COO position at the company should have an advanced degree in a relevant field and a proven track record of senior leadership in operational and financial management. The ideal candidate will possess the entrepreneurial ability to think innovatively, a superior understanding of financial operations, and experience in strategic financial management. They must be adept at overseeing budgets, financial projections, and capital planning, and have a deep understanding of risk management and compliance in the higher education sector. The role requires a leader who can support academic excellence, build efficient administrative structures, and mentor a talented staff. The VC-COO will be expected to be an effective communicator, a strategic partner to the Chancellor, and a champion of the company's dual academic and religious missions. Hiring Manager Title Chancellor Team Size 40 Direct Reports 6 Travel Percent Less than 10% Functions Education/Academic Administration Operations