Vice President for Operations and Chief Operating Officer

Vice President for Operations and Chief Operating Officer

Company: Western Connecticut State University

Job Location: Danbury, Connecticut

Category: Administrative Vice Presidents

Type: Full-Time

At Western Connecticut State University, diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are foundational to who we are and how we lead. As a federally designated Hispanic-Serving Institution, WestConn embraces both the honor and responsibility of expanding access, advancing opportunity, and delivering student success through equity in practice—not just in principle. We are building a community where every person is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive, and we welcome applications from candidates who share these values and are committed to helping us live them every day.

WestConn invites applications, nominations, and expressions of interest for its newly established Vice President for Operations and Chief Operating Officer (VPO/COO), a senior executive role reporting to the President and serving as a core member of the executive leadership team.

As WestConn’s inaugural VPO/COO, you will shape—and lead—a newly established Operations Division with the mandate to make the university run smarter, faster, and more transparently. Reporting to the President, you will drive strategy and execution across finance, facilities, technology infrastructure, and auxiliary enterprises—building reliable, integrated systems and services that strengthen the student experience and advance the academic mission.

Western Rising Focused Strategy (2026-2028)

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APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS

Salary & Benefits: The hiring salary range is $228,231 - $285,289 and is commensurate upon candidates' experience. WCSU offers a comprehensive benefits package. Additional information on benefits can be found at www.wcsu.edu/hr/benefits/.

Application Process: Prospective candidates must submit a cover letter, which includes the names and contact information for three (3) professional references and a resume. All materials should be submitted as PDF files. To apply, submit your materials to: Apply Now

Questions may be directed to hrpositions@wcsu.edu referencing Vice President for Operations/Chief Operating Officer in the subject line. Review of applications will begin Tuesday March 31, 2026 and will continue until position has been filled.