Director of Operations, School of Business

Job description

PLNU is a Christian liberal arts university in the evangelical, Wesleyan tradition, offering quality undergraduate, graduate and professional programs. We provide higher education in a vibrant Christian environment where minds are engaged and challenged, character is modeled and formed, and service is an expression of faith. PLNU is an institution that is committed to reflecting the rich diversity of God’s kingdom. We therefore encourage applications from culturally diverse candidates. Benefits: We are pleased to offer attractive benefits and resources. This includes benefits such as health, dental, tuition benefits for employees and dependents, competitive retirement matching, vacation and sick time, and 15 paid holidays per year. In addition, we have many opportunities to engage with our community including staff chapel and a robust wellness program. Job Summary: Point Loma Nazarene University's Fermanian School of Business is seeking an experienced, collaborative, and highly organized Director of Operations to lead the administrative and operational functions that support the school's faculty, staff, students, and academic programs. Working closely with the Associate Dean of Operations and Quality, this role provides leadership for daily operations while overseeing assessment, accreditation support, faculty administration, scheduling, budgeting, and operational planning. As a key member of the School of Business leadership team, the Director of Operations ensures the efficient execution of academic and administrative processes that contribute to student success and organizational excellence. This position is ideal for a strategic, service-oriented leader who enjoys improving processes, leading teams, and partnering across the university to support a thriving academic community. Salary: Pay range $70,304 - $78,000 Actual salary offered is determined by the candidate’s experience, education, skills, and other factors, including internal equity and university funding resources. Job Status: Full time *** Job Description: What We're Looking For Proven leadership experience supervising and developing professional staff Exceptional organizational and operational management skills with the ability to oversee multiple complex initiatives simultaneously Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a data-informed approach to decision making Excellent written and verbal communication skills with exceptional attention to detail Ability to build collaborative relationships with faculty, staff, students, and university leadership Strong financial and administrative aptitude, including budgeting and operational planning Ability to exercise sound judgment, maintain confidentiality, and manage competing priorities Strong technology skills with the ability to quickly learn new enterprise systems and software Commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence Knowledge and experience working with a diverse population is preferred What You'll Be Doing Operations Leadership & Staff Management Direct the daily administrative operations of the Fermanian School of Business Supervise, coach, and develop administrative staff while fostering a collaborative, service-oriented team culture Assign and prioritize departmental workloads to ensure effective support for students, faculty, and academic programs Coordinate onboarding, training, and professional development for staff members Promote collaboration across the School of Business and with university partners Ensure staff remain informed regarding university policies, curriculum updates, accreditation requirements, and operational procedures Plan staffing coverage during peak operational periods and employee absences Lead staff meetings and initiatives that promote engagement, communication, and operational effectiveness Assessment & Accreditation Coordinate assessment activities supporting institutional effectiveness and continuous improvement Maintain assessment documentation and reporting processes Support faculty assessment initiatives, workshops, and student exit examinations Analyze assessment, survey, employer, and student data to support program evaluation and improvement Assist with accreditation reporting and documentation for ACBSP, WASC, and other accreditation activities Maintain institutional effectiveness resources and reporting documentation Faculty & Academic Operations Coordinate administrative support for faculty recruitment, hiring, onboarding, and personnel processes Maintain faculty employment records, evaluations, teaching assignments, and supporting documentation Support undergraduate and graduate course scheduling, registration processes, and academic operations Coordinate adjunct contracts, faculty payroll, overload assignments, honoraria, and independent studies Support curriculum proposal processes and course development initiatives Oversee syllabus review processes and assist with advising and student success operations Financial & Administrative Operations Support development and monitoring of School of Business budgets Track expenditures and prepare budget reports and financial analyses Coordinate purchasing activities and maintain departmental financial records Manage departmental databases, operational manuals, advising resources, and academic documentation Generate operational reports utilizing Workday and other university systems Collaboration & Administrative Support Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, document meeting outcomes, and facilitate follow-up activities Support school committees, strategic initiatives, and special projects Serve as a liaison between the School of Business and university departments including Admissions, Records, Finance, Human Resources, Facilities, and Public Safety Coordinate operational communications across the School of Business Serve as the Emergency Response Coordinator for the assigned facility Perform additional duties and projects as assigned Qualifications Required Qualifications Minimum of five years of progressively responsible administrative or operational experience Demonstrated experience supervising and developing staff Strong organizational, analytical, and project management skills Excellent written communication, proofreading, editing, and presentation skills Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish collaborative working relationships across all organizational levels Ability to exercise independent judgment while managing confidential information Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace applications Ability to quickly learn and implement new software and enterprise systems Strong attention to detail with excellent organizational and follow-through skills Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment Evidence of Christian commitment and active church involvement. In addition, staff agree to live in agreement with PLNU's Community Life Covenant . The job offer is contingent on the successful completion of a background check. PLNU will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local "Fair Chance" laws. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Business, Higher Education Administration, Organizational Leadership, or a related field Experience working in higher education administration Experience supporting accreditation, assessment, or institutional effectiveness initiatives Experience with Workday or other enterprise resource planning systems Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud Experience supporting budgeting, financial reporting, and faculty administration Physical Requirements Work is primarily sedentary and may require sitting for extended periods of time Use of computer equipment including keyboard, mouse, and monitor Ability to read documents, email, reports, and other correspondence on paper and computer monitor Ability to communicate effectively with others in person and by phone Ability to stand, stoop, push, pull, and lift up to 20 pounds throughout the day *** At PLNU, we believe in pursuing calling together. Deep and meaningful relationships between students, faculty, and staff is vital in nurturing our shared community and expressing God’s love. We are looking for enthusiastic candidates to join us in empowering our students to reach their greatest personal, spiritual and professional potential. Point Loma Nazarene University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, disability or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices or procedures.