ABOUT STANFORD UNIVERSITY AND RESIDENTIAL & DINING ENTERPRISES:
Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in the heart of California's Silicon Valley, is one of the world's leading teaching and research universities. Since its opening in 1891, Stanford has been dedicated to finding solutions to big challenges and to preparing students for leadership in a complex world.
Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&DE), the largest auxiliary organization at Stanford University, supports the academic mission of the University by providing high-quality services to students and other members of the university community. The department has an annual operating budget of over $350M, operates 24/7/365, and oversees a $3B asset portfolio comprising a 7 million sq. ft. physical plant across the campus. In autumn quarter of the 2021-22 academic year, R&DE will return to providing housing for over 13,000 students and dependents, serving meals at 17 dining halls, 12 retail locations, and operating athletic concessions and conference operations. Additionally, R&DE comprises 900 FTE staff in the following divisions: Student Housing Operations, Stanford Dining, Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford Conferences, Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects, and a team of R&DE strategic business partners: Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications.
“Students (Customers) First” is the mantra of R&DE and our strategic goals reflect our commitment to delivering quality and excellence to our constituents every day. In R&DE,“Excellence is defined by aligning our strategic goals and performance with our vision.”
This role is currently designated as hybrid and may provide incumbents with flexibility for partial telecommuting.
JOB PURPOSE:
This role will lead, manage, and support complex programs, functions, and strategic/special initiatives in consultation with senior leadership in support of stewardship of one of the largest university housing and dining facilities portfolio (7 million square feet of space across 300 buildings with assets totaling 3 billion dollars). This role will concentrate heavily on programs and functions related to strategic planning, operational efficiency, technology, communications, and special projects management.
CORE DUTIES:
Lead strategic planning and analysis for complex functions and programs with significant business, regulatory and/or technical challenges requiring subject matter expertise. Will provide development of programs and functions from initial concept to implementation.
Manage the administration and evaluation of programs and functions. Oversee the interpretation, implementation and compliance with policies and regulations. Recommend actions and/or resolve complex issues that often span organizational boundaries.
Represent the programs and functions at the university level and to external/internal stakeholders and constituencies.
Develop and manage outreach strategy that includes relationship development, communications, and compliance.
Oversee or supervise staff resources in the development and implementation of programs and functions.
Develop and/or oversee budgets; manage finances including monitoring, analyzing, forecasting, and reporting.
ADDITIONAL CORE DUTIES (related to this specific role):
Participate as a member of the senior leadership team for the Assistant Vice Provost for R&DE Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects.
Lead the development of planning processes and resulting implementations for strategic and special initiatives.
Partner and develop strong working relationships with institutional leadership, special committees, and consultants to support execution of key initiatives.
Lead programs that require cross-functional engagement with key staff across the organization, and with external stakeholders.
Demonstrate a high level of diplomacy in persuading and influencing a wide variety of people at various levels to achieve results.
Evaluate business processes and operational and/or financial effectiveness. Analyze and resolve complex issues and provide alternative solutions as necessary. May lead process improvements.
Analyze unit needs and make recommendations to leadership for changes in staffing, facilities, finance, technology and/or administrative functions.
Recommend new internal policies, guidelines, and procedures.
Identify and evaluate relevant benchmarks and propose metrics that measure progress against goals for programs and initiatives.
Assist with the design and implementation of effective communications programs and strategies; supervise the routing of materials internally and externally to ensure timely distribution of materials.
Write, edit, and prepare presentations; ensure that the priorities and initiatives of the leader are understood and advanced; and advise the leaders on strategy, priorities, and communications that will enhance the organization to key internal and external stakeholders.
Support large campus emergency/crisis responses as an essential worker.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree and eight years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence and motivate constituencies which could span multiple organizational boundaries.
Demonstrated excellent planning, organizational and analytical skills.
Demonstrated ability to make sound business decisions using good business judgment and innovative and creative problem-solving.
Demonstrated ability to manage financial, organizational and staff resources.
Excellent interpersonal and communications skills with the ability to cultivate professional and business partnerships.
Ability to multi-task and manage deadlines.
Demonstrated ability to be successful in a 24/7/365 operationally intensive work environment.
Relevant subject matter expertise.
Demonstrated ability to contribute significantly to a diverse organization and champion actively the ongoing efforts for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Rarely lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh 11-20 pounds.
* - Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Typical office environment
WORK STANDARDS:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for safety; communicates safety concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned.
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University’s Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu.
The expected pay range for this position is $170,000 to $180,000 per annum or ($81.73-$86.53 / hour).
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.
Why Stanford is for You:
Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Consider lives saved through first-ever organ transplants and research to cure illnesses. Stanford University has revolutionized the way we live and enriches the world. Supporting this mission is our diverse and dedicated 17,000 staff. We seek talent driven to impact the future of our legacy. Our culture and unique perks empower you with:
Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or course auditing. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more.
The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the university will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Residential & Dining Enterprises, Stanford, California, United States
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Post Date:Jul 26, 2024
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