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Academic Director, Business Ops

Classification Information

Business Ops & Admin
Business Ops and Admin is responsible for the strategic planning, analysis, and ongoing operations of colleges and units. Reporting and analytics support is provided to inform strategic planning and business operations; project management support is provided as a means of executing on the strategic plan.
Management / Leadership
Manager: The positions work is achieved through the direction of others. Managers have direct accountability for setting goals and using resources. They are responsible for administrative oversight of individuals, including conducting recommendations for hiring and termination, writing evaluations, disciplinary actions, day-to-day oversight as well as long-term goal setting and accountability for the performance and productivity of the employees. Managerial positions are reflected in the M1-M3 career track levels in the management/leadership track.
Level 3
Director: Directs and controls the activities of multiple university units or leads a team of professionals with significant university wide impact. Typically has indirect reports. In charge of overall control of planning, staffing, budgeting, etc. for the unit. Collaborates with executive leadership on establishing strategic goals across the function.
A - Academic Administration
Roles that are student facing or academic in nature.

Position Summary

The Academic Director for Business Operations is a senior leadership role responsible for overseeing the strategic planning, operational management, and administrative support of academic units and student-facing services. This role involves directing multiple university units to ensure effective alignment with institutional goals and priorities. The director leverages reporting, analytics, and project management to drive operational excellence, support strategic initiatives, and inform decision-making across academic functions. As a key leader, the Academic Director provides comprehensive oversight of planning, staffing, and budgeting processes, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently to achieve academic and operational objectives. Collaborating with executive leadership, the director establishes and implements strategic goals, while also mentoring and supervising professional teams to ensure high productivity and impact. This position requires a deep understanding of academic administration, strong leadership skills, and the ability to manage complex, university-wide initiatives with significant influence on institutional outcomes.