Executive Director of Administration and Division Shared Services Job at University of Nevada, Las Vegas
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Job Description
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas invites applications for Executive Director of Administration & Division Shared Services, Administrative Services [R0134270]
ROLE of the POSITION
The Executive Director of Administrative & Division Shared Services provides leadership, direction, and vision in the development, implementation, and delivery of a substantial and diverse shared service portfolio of activity across the division and the high performance and comprehensive integration and coordination of these activities with a strategic client-focused, service excellence delivery orientation.
The incumbent in this role will lead the design, implementation, expansion, and continuous improvement of the shared service center within the Division of Business Affairs. This will include but is not limited to, conceptualizing, developing, and providing the strategic and day-to-day direction and overall success for administrative projects and/or processes associated with the shared service center. Provide both visible and effective leadership across all areas of the shared service center.
Chief among the responsibilities, this role is responsible for hiring key service center staff, oversight of resources and implementing in collaboration with the Associate Vice President of Administrative Services, and oversight of the effectiveness of services provided to ensure operational excellence and superior customer service that upholds a culture that encourages continuous improvement and professional development in the new service center business model.
This position offers the opportunity to develop new skills, contribute to impactful projects, and drive innovation in university-wide business practices.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
The position requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Technology, Accounting, Finance, Business Management or related field from an accredited institution and A minimum of 5 years senior-level management experience in higher education operations or an administration for multiple specialized departments with direct working knowledge of internal fiscal, personnel and management controls, and managing large operations.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Experience working in a similar role in Higher Education
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Experience working in a shared governance environment.
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7 + years' experience in managing and leading the provision of support services in a large organization.
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Proven experience in creating strategic plans aligned with high-level organizational goals; and leading the achievement of strategic goals and objectives through the delivery of high-quality customer focused services
COMMITMENT to DIVERSITY
The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness as well as participate in maintaining a respectful, positive work environment.
SALARY RANGE
Salary competitive with those at similarly situated institutions.
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT UNLV
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Generous compensation packages, up to 48 days of paid time off, sick leave, and holidays
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Excellent health insurance including medical, dental and vision
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No state income tax
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Comprehensive retirement plans and voluntary benefits programs
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Tuition discounts at Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) schools
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Tuition discounts for spouses, domestic partners, and dependents
PERKS
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Flexible work schedule (depending on your department)
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Employee recognition and appreciation programs
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Personal and professional development opportunities
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UNLV athletics ticket discounts
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Statewide employee purchase program discounts
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RebelCarddiscounts on and off campus
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Wellness programmingfor all UNLV faculty and staff at no cost
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Opportunity for career advancements to leadership roles
HOW TO APPLY
Submit a letter of interest, a detailed resume listing qualifications and experience, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three professional references who may be contacted. References will not be contacted until the search chair notifies you in advance.
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience, with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications because this is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based.
Materials should be addressed to Michael Lawrence, Search Committee Chair, and must be submitted through Workday, as we do not accept emailed materials. For assistance with the application process, please contact Heather Stinnett at (702) 895-0597 or
heather.stinnett@unlv.edu
.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR INTERNAL NSHE CANDIDATES
UNLV employees or employees within the Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) MUST use the “Find Jobs” process within Workday to find and apply for jobs at UNLV and other NSHE Institutions. Once you log into Workday, type "Find Jobs" in the search box which will navigate to the internal job posting site. Locate this specific job posting by typing the job requisition number, “R0134270” in the search box.
If you complete an application outside of the internal application process, your application will be returned and you will have to reapply as an internal applicant which may delay your application.
PROFILE of the UNIVERSITY
Founded in 1957, UNLV is a doctoral-degree-granting institution of approximately 30,000 students and more than 3,600 faculty and staff. To date, UNLV has conferred more than 152,000 degrees, producing more than 130,000 alumni around the world. UNLV is classified by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching as an R1 research university with very high research activity. The university is committed to recruiting and retaining top students and faculty, educating the region's diversifying population and workforce, driving economic activity through increased research and community partnerships, and creating an academic health center for Southern Nevada that includes the launch of a new UNLV School of Medicine. UNLV is located on a 332-acre main campus and two satellite campuses in Southern Nevada.
Here at UNLV, we have come together and created one of the most affirmative and dynamic academic environments in the country. UNLV sits in the top spot in U.S. News & World Report’s annual listing of the nation’s most diverse universities for undergraduates. The university has ranked in the top ten since the rankings debuted more than a decade ago. We continue to show our commitment to serving our wonderfully diverse population and building the future for Las Vegas and Nevada.
For more information, visit us on line at:
http://www.unlv.edu
EEO/AA STATEMENT
The University of Nevada - Las Vegas (UNLV) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including service-connected disabilities), gender (including pregnancy related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race (including hair texture and protected hairstyles such as natural hairstyles, afros, bantu knots, curls, braids, locks and twists), color, or religion (protected classes). Discrimination on the basis of a protected class, including unlawful harassment, which is a form of discrimination, is illegal under federal and state law. Where unlawful discrimination is found to have occurred, UNLV will act to stop the unlawful discrimination, to prevent its recurrence, to remedy its effects, and to discipline those responsible.
TITLE IX STATEMENT
The University of Nevada, Las Vegas, does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non-discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (20 U.S.C. §§ 1681 et seq.) and the corresponding implementation regulations (34 C.F.R. Part 106). The University’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Michelle Sposito, J.D., Title IX Coordinator, University of Nevada, Las Vegas, 4505 S. Maryland Parkway, Box 451062, Las Vegas, NV 89154-1062, Frank and Estella Beam Hall (BEH) Room 553, Telephone: (702) 895-4055; Email: titleixcoordinator@unlv.edu, or to The Assistant Secretary of the United States Department of Education, U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, 400 Maryland Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20202-1100; Telephone: 1-800-421-3481 FAX: 202-453-6012; TDD: 1-800-877-8339; Email: OCR@ed.gov; or to both.
Information pertaining to the University’s grievance procedures and grievance process, including how to report or file a complaint of sex discrimination, how to report or file a formal complaint of sexual harassment, and how the University will respond can be found online at the
Office of Equal Employment & Title IX
webpage.
SAFETY AND SECURITY STATEMENT
UNLV is committed to assisting all members of the UNLV community in providing for their own safety and security.
The Annual Security Report and Annual Fire Safety Report compliance document
is available online.
JOB CATEGORY
Administrative Faculty
Exempt
Yes
Full-Time Equivalent
100.0%
Required Attachment(s)
Cover letter, resume, and 3 professional references
Posting Close Date
12/31/2023
Note to Applicant
This position may require that a criminal background check be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.
HR will attempt to verify academic credentials upon receipt of hiring documents. If the academic credentials cannot be verified, HR will notify the faculty member that an official transcript of their highest degree must be submitted within thirty days of the faculty member’s first day of employment.
References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.
As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions in the Nevada System of Higher Education may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.
For positions that require driving, evidence of a valid driver's license will be required at the time of employment and as a condition of continued employment.
All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements (if a closing date is provided).
Recruitments that provide a work schedule are subject to change based on organizational needs.
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