West Virginia University
Chief of Division Operations - Division for Land-Grant Engagement
West Virginia University, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States, 26501
The Division of Land-Grant Engagement at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Chief of Division Operations.
About the OpportunityThe Chief of Division Operations reports directly to the AVP/Dean of the Division of Land-Grant Engagement and serves as the principal aide addressing high-level issues, policies, and complex situations involving a cross section of college and university units. The position manages confidential and sensitive issues for the AVP/Dean and develops proposed solutions to a wide range of issues. The Chief of Division Operations represents the AVP/Dean in many interactions with administration, faculty, staff, students, alumni, visiting committees, division advisory committee, and other key constituents of the Division. The incumbent communicates the AVP/Dean's position and priorities and researches and prepares analyses on a variety of matters.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments)
WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks
Wellness programs
What You'll Do
Serve as a member of the AVP/Dean's senior leadership team engaged in setting priorities, crisis planning, problem solving, managing change, and advocating support for decisions.
Research a wide variety of issues and prepare analyses and summary reports.
Manage and oversee all operations of the AVP/Dean's Office, including oversight of administrative support staff.
Manage requests to the AVP/Dean from both internal and external sources.
Carry out faculty promotion and tenure tasks in support and/or on behalf of the AVP/Dean.
Oversee special projects, high-profile events, and conferences.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business management, organizational development, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.
A minimum of 3 - 5 years of supervisory and administrative experience working in a complex organization, preferably in higher education.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent assessment skills and judgement.
Demonstrated management skills.
Ability to collect information in order to solve problems effectively.
Must demonstrate a high degree of diplomacy and set a climate of professional demeanor for the operations of the Dean's Office.
Ability to collect data and prepare reports.
Ability to work with diverse constituencies.
Ability to think strategically with operational follow-through.
Requirements
Valid driver’s license for independent travel throughout the state.
About WVUWest Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.
Job PostingAug 19, 2024
Posting ClassificationNon-Classified
Exemption StatusExempt
Benefits EligibleYes
ScheduleFull-time
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About the OpportunityThe Chief of Division Operations reports directly to the AVP/Dean of the Division of Land-Grant Engagement and serves as the principal aide addressing high-level issues, policies, and complex situations involving a cross section of college and university units. The position manages confidential and sensitive issues for the AVP/Dean and develops proposed solutions to a wide range of issues. The Chief of Division Operations represents the AVP/Dean in many interactions with administration, faculty, staff, students, alumni, visiting committees, division advisory committee, and other key constituents of the Division. The incumbent communicates the AVP/Dean's position and priorities and researches and prepares analyses on a variety of matters.
We strongly believe in work-life balance and keeping time for things we love outside our work. WVU offers generous benefits, including:
37.5-hour work week
13 paid holidays (staff holiday calendar)
24 annual leave (vacation) days per year (employee leave)
18 sick days per year (for when you’re ill, for when you need time to care for sick family, for your own, or your family’s, regularly scheduled medical appointments)
WVU offers a range of health insurance and other benefits
401(a) retirement savings with 6% employee contribution match, eligibility to continue health insurance, and other retiree perks
Wellness programs
What You'll Do
Serve as a member of the AVP/Dean's senior leadership team engaged in setting priorities, crisis planning, problem solving, managing change, and advocating support for decisions.
Research a wide variety of issues and prepare analyses and summary reports.
Manage and oversee all operations of the AVP/Dean's Office, including oversight of administrative support staff.
Manage requests to the AVP/Dean from both internal and external sources.
Carry out faculty promotion and tenure tasks in support and/or on behalf of the AVP/Dean.
Oversee special projects, high-profile events, and conferences.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business management, organizational development, or a related field. Master's degree is preferred.
A minimum of 3 - 5 years of supervisory and administrative experience working in a complex organization, preferably in higher education.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience will be considered.
All qualifications must be met by the time of employment.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent assessment skills and judgement.
Demonstrated management skills.
Ability to collect information in order to solve problems effectively.
Must demonstrate a high degree of diplomacy and set a climate of professional demeanor for the operations of the Dean's Office.
Ability to collect data and prepare reports.
Ability to work with diverse constituencies.
Ability to think strategically with operational follow-through.
Requirements
Valid driver’s license for independent travel throughout the state.
About WVUWest Virginia University is a place of purpose and community. We take pride in our profound impact on the state of West Virginia and are committed to the personal and professional growth of our employees.
At WVU, you will discover a supportive community that champions work-life balance and fosters a collaborative atmosphere. Our core values — service, curiosity, respect, accountability and appreciation — unite us as Mountaineers.
We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and engaging working environment and actively seek candidates who bring diverse ideas, approaches and experiences.
Job PostingAug 19, 2024
Posting ClassificationNon-Classified
Exemption StatusExempt
Benefits EligibleYes
ScheduleFull-time
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