Director of Housing Business Operations

Director Of Housing Business OperationsLouisiana State University Department of Residential LifeDivision of Student AffairsThe Director of Housing Business Operations serves as the chief business officer for Residential Life and is responsible for ensuring sound fiscal management, resource planning, forecasting, and business continuity for one of the largest student housing programs in the country. This position plays a pivotal role in guiding financial decision-making, supporting long-term facility planning, and maintaining alignment with the broader enterprise and Division's mission to enhance the student experience through providing a safe, inclusive, and supportive living-learning environments.Working collaboratively across campus with colleagues in Student Affairs, Finance & Administration, Procurement, Enrollment Management and Accounting Services, the Director oversees revenue management, accounts payable, procurement, and departmental payroll processes for more than 500 full-time, wage, and student employees. The Director also ensures that Residential Life's business operations remain compliant with all institutional, state, and federal policies while continuously improving efficiency, transparency, and service excellence with the continual goal to be an industry leader.General responsibilities for this position include:Leadership and administration: Ensures alignment between Residential Life business operations and the Division of Student Affairs' strategic vision. Provides leadership and support to staff. Supervises human resources, revenue management, procurement and accounts payable sections of the business office.Strategic resource oversight: Stewards resources to ensure quality, effectiveness, and alignment with institutional and divisional objectives. Directs budget and planning, forecasting and resource allocation.Compliance: Ensures the department adheres to all university, local, state, and federal laws, policies, and procedures.Quality control: Ensures every aspect of the business office staff outputs exudes a high degree of quality. Resolves operating problems and develops administrative policies.Other duties as assigned: Supports divisional initiatives and other special projects.Opportunities for leadership include:Updating financial models and business strategies.Navigating leadership transition and strengthening institutional alignment.Mentoring and developing a high-performing business operations team.Attributes for the successful candidate include:Emotionally intelligent leadership.Strategic thinking.Innovative and forward-looking approach.Decisiveness and accountability.Resilience and adaptability.Commitment to team development and staff mentorship.Minimum qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting, business management, or related field.Demonstrated experience with complex budget management, financial forecasting, and revenue operations.Preferred qualifications:Master's degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.Supervisory experience leading professional business or financial operations teams.At least seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in accounting or business management, preferably in a higher education or public-sector environment.Experience with auxiliary or housing operations in a large public university.Special requirements/expectations:This position is considered essential and may be required to report or stay on campus in the event of emergency or closure.This position involves financial matters, including handling university funds, and requires a credit check.Additional job description: