Job ID: 375808
About the Job
The Shared Services Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the college's new shared administrative services organization. This role ensures units receive consistent, high-quality support while enabling efficient, equitable service delivery across the college. Reporting directly to the COO, the Shared Services Director is responsible for establishing common service standards, balancing resources across units, and continuously improving the unit support model. Working through the COO, the Shared Services Director acts as a critical conduit between the CVM Leadership Team (Administrative Council) and the Administrative Teams to ensure alignment on vision, priorities and execution.
Job Responsibilities
50% - Operational & Process Management
About the Job
The Shared Services Director provides strategic leadership and operational oversight for the college's new shared administrative services organization. This role ensures units receive consistent, high-quality support while enabling efficient, equitable service delivery across the college. Reporting directly to the COO, the Shared Services Director is responsible for establishing common service standards, balancing resources across units, and continuously improving the unit support model. Working through the COO, the Shared Services Director acts as a critical conduit between the CVM Leadership Team (Administrative Council) and the Administrative Teams to ensure alignment on vision, priorities and execution.
Job Responsibilities
50% - Operational & Process Management
- Resource Allocation: Oversee the shared administrative service teams, balancing workload and aligning staffing
and resources to changing priorities to maintain continuity and equity across the college.
20% - Supervision
and supervisory capabilities.
Required Qualifications:
Physical Requirements
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine is a global leader in education, research, and healthcare at the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health. Home to the Veterinary Medical Center, the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, and The Raptor Center, the college plays a critical role in advancing veterinary medicine and One Health initiatives. Established in 1947, it remains Minnesota's only veterinary college, fully accredited and highly ranked. With nearly 4,000 veterinarians and hundreds of biomedical scientists among its graduates, the college is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to improving the well-being of animals, people, and the environment.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $105,000- $130,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.
- Establish Standards: Develop and monitor service-level standards (e.g., turnaround times, quality, responsiveness)
- Reduce Redundancy: Ensure teams create and maintain clear, documented processes and utilize consistent tools,
20% - Supervision
- Build the Pathway: Foster a supportive environment that prioritizes staff engagement, retention, and professional
- Develop Future Leaders: Establish consistent expectations for team members, provide targeted professional
and supervisory capabilities.
- Management: Supervise and evaluate the work of managers (2), lead (1), and associate (1)
- Central Alignment: Partner closely with HR, Finance, IT, and MarComm leaders to clarify roles and boundaries between shared services and collegiate units, proactively resolving cross-functional issues.
- Feedback Loops: Build continuous feedback loops and maintain strong relationships with academic unit leaders to surface emerging needs, inform long-term planning, and mitigate operational risks early.
- Advocacy: In partnership with the COO, represent shared services in college-wide planning, change initiatives, and decision-making. Participate in Administrative Council meetings when appropriate.
- Define the Future State: Set the strategy, priorities, and operating model for the shared services function in partnership with the COO and with guidance from the Administrative Council.
- Lead the Transition: Establish the new Shared Services team by driving key hiring decisions, setting team norms, and actively guiding both staff and faculty stakeholders through the cultural transition.
- Connect People to Vision: Act as a true leader by inspiring the team, managing change with empathy, and helping staff navigate ambiguity during the realignment.
Required Qualifications:
- BA/BS in business administration or related field and a minimum of 8 years of related experience
- Experience with, knowledge and skills related to, higher education, clinical service or research programs, and/or the University of Minnesota
- Experience leading, engaging, and influencing others through significant organizational change
- Demonstrated ability and flexibility to work successfully with a diverse group of internal and external clients
- Ability to lead and implement strategic initiatives
- Demonstrated evidence of skill in writing reports, policies, communications or planning documents
- Collaborative project management and leadership experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with detail-oriented and strategic aptitude
- Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and ability to work independently.
- Experience in, and an ongoing commitment to, a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion; working effectively with and across diverse communities: e.g. people of color, underrepresented groups; people with both visible and invisible disabilities; women; people of various gender and sexual identities and expressions; and first-generation students from
Physical Requirements
- Lifting: Ability to lift and carry up to 15 lbs regularly
- Pushing/pulling: Ability to push loaded supply car as needed
- Standing/walking: Ability to walk short distances as needed
- Bending/stooping: Ability to bend and stoop as needed
- Fine motor skills: Ability to type accurately and efficiently
- Visual acuity: Close-range vision for computer work
- Auditory awareness: Ability to hear warning signals, alarms, or communicate
The University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine is a global leader in education, research, and healthcare at the intersection of animal, human, and environmental health. Home to the Veterinary Medical Center, the Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, and The Raptor Center, the college plays a critical role in advancing veterinary medicine and One Health initiatives. Established in 1947, it remains Minnesota's only veterinary college, fully accredited and highly ranked. With nearly 4,000 veterinarians and hundreds of biomedical scientists among its graduates, the college is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community dedicated to improving the well-being of animals, people, and the environment.
Pay and Benefits
Pay Range: $105,000- $130,000 annually, depending on education/qualifications/experience
Time Appointment: 100% Appointment
Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff
Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.
The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
- Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
- Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
- Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
- University HSA contributions
- Disability and employer-paid life insurance
- Employee wellbeing program
- Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
- Financial counseling services
- Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
- Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area
How To Apply
Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.
Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.
To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.
Diversity
The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.
The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu
Employment Requirements
Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.
About University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)
The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.
At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.
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