Operations Director

* Provides strategic planning and leadership for budget, financials, five-year plans (multi-year plans), projects, facilities and human resources administration for the Division of Student Affairs.* Serves as advisor to the Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and Division of Student Affairs, providing advice and communication on personnel, financial, and facilities resource allocations, operational issues, and resource planning at the divisional level.* Lead the Division of Student Affairs regarding the annual budget process, in tandem with the Student Affairs Executive Staff Assistant. + Liaison with the Budget Office and departments to develop the annual division budget schedule and review processes. + Works with Student Affairs units and departments to recommend, develop, and implement budgets.* Serves on, provides leadership, and/or represents Student Affairs on a variety of University or Student Affairs general, personnel, budget, and fees-related committees, task forces, and work groups.* Provides guidance and oversight of human resources matters related to budget, financials, and policy.* Serve as the Divisional Advisor Designee for the Allocable & Non-Allocable student fee process.* Work with division units to identify new revenue streams.* Coordinates the development and implementation of the annual Segregated Fee timeline, process, meetings, training, FTE count, and other related tasks.* Provides guidance and advice to SUFAC and NALT student leaders.* Provides oversight to departments who request segregated fees assisting with revenue projections, allocation proposals, and evaluation of reserves. For departments at risk, provides oversight might be needed.* Bachelor's degree in business or related field OR Bachelor's degree (any discipline) with a master’s degree in business, higher education, public administration, or related field* A minimum of five years of progressively responsible leadership and administrative experience in budget management* Demonstrated leadership and management experience* Supervisory experience* Exceptional written and verbal communication skills* Excellent interpersonal skills including a commitment to collaboration and teamwork* Proficiency in various software tools for financial management and budgeting* Ability to interact respectfully with people from diverse socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.* Willingness and ability to be an active participant in following applicable safety rules and regulations, including necessary training and drills.UW-Whitewater is a thriving public university located in southeastern Wisconsin. It leads the way in providing world-class, affordable higher education programs to more students than neighboring regional comprehensives in the University of Wisconsin System. A collaborative team of 1,300 faculty and staff are devoted to the success of the university’s 11,500 students at its main and Rock County campuses. The team provides high-impact practices and academic programs — online and in person — from associate to doctoral levels. Recognized nationally for affordability, inclusion, and career development, UWW serves approximately one-third first-generation students and boasts strength in many areas, especially business and education. The campus and community embrace the Warhawk Family spirit, supporting the university’s arts and nationally recognized NCAA Division-III level championship athletics. As a proud institution of access, more than 10 percent of undergraduate students use the acclaimed Center for Students with Disabilities — a priority mission since the 1970s.UW-Whitewater's campuses are located centrally near Milwaukee, Madison, and Chicago, offering easy access to the cultural and commercial opportunities of major metropolitan areas. Near both Lake Geneva and the Wisconsin Dells, the area attracts numerous visitors from across the country. Whitewater is a vibrant college community near the Kettle Moraine State Forest offering area residents seasonal outdoor enjoyment. The nearby Rock County campus is located in Janesville, a town of 60,000 located on the Rock River and known as Wisconsin’s Park Place.#J-18808-Ljbffr