Director Business Operations 331046

Campus

OSU-Stillwater

Contact Name & Email

Keri Millard, keri.millard@okstate.edu

Work Schedule

Monday through Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm with occasional evenings and weekends.

Appointment Length

Regular Continuous/Until Further Notice

Hiring Range

$95,000 - $130,000/salary

Priority Application Date

While applications will be accepted until a successful candidate has been hired, interested parties are encouraged to submit their materials by 11/16/2026 to ensure full consideration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, please include a resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references.

About this Position

The College of Education and Human Sciences seeks a strategic, experienced administrative leader to oversee the financial, personnel, operational, and technological functions of a complex academic enterprise with an E&G budget of approximately $40 million and a workforce of approximately 800 full-time and part-time employees. This position serves as the chief advisor to the Dean and executive leadership on university, state, and federal policies, ensuring compliance, operational integrity, and long-term sustainability.

Key responsibilities include directing all budgeting, accounting, purchasing, and financial reporting activities for the College of Education and Human Sciences; leading comprehensive HR operations across employment, compensation, payroll, and employee relations; and developing and implementing college-wide policies and procedures across finance, personnel, IT, and facilities. The position provides direct supervision to managers in Business Operations, Facilities, and IT; ensuring coordinated, high-quality support for academic and administrative units. The role also oversees space planning and financial operations, approves major financial and personnel actions, and represents the college on internal and external committees. As a member of the Leadership Team, this position plays a central role in strategic planning, resource allocation, and advancing the college mission. This is an exceptional opportunity for a collaborative, forward-thinking leader with deep expertise in higher-education administration, strong analytical and communication skills, and a commitment to operational excellence.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Accounting, Finance, Business or related field (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)

• 10 years business related area with a comprehensive knowledge of non-profit accounting procedures and budget planning.

Skills, Proficiencies, and/or Knowledge:

-Proficiency in financial accounting principles and techniques. -An understanding and ability to recognize and evaluate good management practices. -High level of communication skills both orally and in writing. -A working knowledge of microcomputer applications with an emphasis on word processing and spreadsheet programs. -Good judgement and maturity. -Objectivity and integrity. -Ability to balance work demands and personal needs. -Ability to understand people and their point of view. -Self motivated, reaching for responsibility and new ways of attacking old problems.