Chief of Staff (Director of Operations)

Requirements

• Represent the interests and priorities of the Division of Research through effective communication, coordination, and integration of the SVP and EVP for HSE&RI special projects, priorities, and key objectives; Serve as a key partner and liaison to enhance research partnerships and operations across the university; Provide leadership to SVP and EVP HSE&RI initiatives and special projects; Prioritize partnerships and strategic collaboration to ensure projects are moved forward and tracked for progress through completion by developing and managing project timelines; Work closely and proactively with the HSC and Research Leadership to manage program initiatives.
• Oversee a variety of projects and initiatives related to ongoing Division of Research operations that are related, but not limited to employee engagement, communications, human resource support, research finance coordination, vendor engagement, MOU management, process enhancements, and infrastructure growth and connectivity; Support projects and initiatives in partnership with the HSE and Division of Research teams to ensure key activities are implemented effectively, and metrics are considered in decision-making and prioritizing process improvements initiatives; Proactively identify issues and provides suggestions for resolution.
• Work on internal and external communications of mission-oriented initiatives; Create presentations, collateral material, and other communications in partnership with the SVP/EVP HSE&RI; Partner with university and school communication teams to ensure thoughtful, strategic, and routine communications are shared with FAMU faculty, staff, and students; Lead the development, coordination, and dissemination of strategic/business plans, annual reports, and special communications to FAMU partners and the FAMU Research Enterprise.
• Participate in data interpretation and communication for the Division of Research annual engagement survey and other feedback surveys on behalf of the SVP and EVP; Coordinate the feedback for SVP and EVP initiatives; Work systematically while also thinking through meeting planning and outcomes; Support initiatives to ensure metrics are considered in decision-making and prioritizing process improvement initiatives; Work closely to manage the preparation of and efforts for school and unit partnership meetings, presentations, and ongoing transparency initiatives; May represent the SVP and/or EVP at meetings and university events as needed; May manage administrative assistants (AA) and other support staff of HSC and Division of Research.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and eight years of related experience; or master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and six years of related experience.

Competencies

• Demonstrated ability to lead, organize, and manage complex projects;
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills;
• Must be team-focused and experienced in collaboration across multidisciplinary functional areas and collaborative environments.

Administrative and Professional and A&P Executive Service (A&P EX) positions are considered contractual. Terms and conditions are generally recognized by contract for a specific period of time or contracts renewed on an annual basis. Certain benefits, amount of leave, and notification of termination are exclusive to the pay plan.

In accordance with Florida Statute 112.219, relevant work experience may substitute for the required education: 4 years of experience in lieu of a Bachelor's, or 6 years in lieu of a Master's.

How to Apply:

Applicants are required to complete the online application with all applicable information. Applications must include all work history and education details even if attaching a resume. If you are a current FAMU employee, you must apply through Workday. This search is being conducted under Florida law, including the Sunshine law and Public Records law.

Conditions of Employment:

Successful candidate is subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks and verification of education. An official college transcript, a high school diploma, or other educational documents must be submitted, where applicable, at the time of employment.

Only United States (U.S.) citizens or aliens who have a legal right to work in the U.S. are eligible for employment. Federal law requires proof of your authorization to work in the United States. You will be required to provide proof of your identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of employment.

Section 110.1128, Florida Statutes, prohibits employment by the State (including re-hire after a break in service) of any male born after October 1, 1962, who failed to register with the Selective Service System, under the provisions of the U.S. Military Selective Service Act, during the person's period of eligibility (ages 18 through 25). Additionally, if currently employed by the State, this law prohibits the promotion of such person. You may be required to provide documentation.

Reasonable Accommodation:

If you require a reasonable accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Amendment Act (ADAA), please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs at (850) 599-3076 at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the event. If you are hearing or speech impaired, please contact the University by calling TDD via FRS (800) 955-8771.

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University:

Florida A&M University is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity/Equal Access University: Florida A&M University is an Equal Opportunity Employer including minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Reasonable Accommodation: If you require a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Office of Equal Opportunity Programs 10 days prior to the event at (850) 599-3076.