Lone Star College
Commitment to Mission
Commitment to the Mission of Lone Star College (LSC) in carrying out the duties of the position. A commitment to positive interpersonal behaviors, professional communication, integrity, leadership, stewardship, respect and accountability to LSC students and employees is essential.
Cultural Beliefs
One LSC
Student Focused
Own It
Foster Belonging
Cultivate Community
Choose Learning
Campus Marketing Statement Lone Star College offers high‑quality, low‑cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Lone Star College‑Kingwood, an innovative and dynamic community college located in the pine‑forested suburbs of northeast Houston, focuses on fulfilling individual dreams and enhancing community life and offers unique programs in respiratory care, computer gaming and dental hygiene. Location: 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339.
Job Description Purpose and Scope The Director, Business Operations manages staff and/or resources to provide specific program or service offerings to internal or external stakeholders. The position is responsible for directing all activities related to a campus department’s Business Office operations including interfacing with a variety of LSC departments such as purchasing, accounts payable, auxiliary services, student services and financial aid, and other similar services and departments. The Director manages and coordinates long‑term planning and the day‑to‑day budget management of multiple department/campus budgets.
Essential Job Functions
Responsible for budget setup, accounts for all full‑time budgeted positions, and balancing the final budget. Provides proactive and ongoing oversight of the location budget, including providing leadership for the annual budget development process, and training for managers.
Creates, implements and manages processes and procedures for effective business office operations, including Key Performance Indicators.
Ensures coordination and compliance with all related Business Office and LSC processes and procedures.
Hires, trains, develops and evaluates full and part‑time staff.
Coordinates and monitors LSC purchases and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures.
Manages and negotiates, when appropriate, with outside providers to make sure they are in Lone Star’s best interest.
Conducts regular audits of the business operations and auxiliary services and makes timely recommendations.
Prepares accurate and appropriate reports for executive management.
Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of purchasing, budgeting, financial administration and reporting, and planning.
Attention to detail and the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Excellent time‑management skills.
Comprehensive computer technology skills to include Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, performing complex queries, and constructing and running reports.
Expert analytical skills and strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills.
Excellent relationship‑building skills, and written and oral communication skills.
Excellent supervisory skills and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
A thorough knowledge and understanding of educational institutions and how financial decisions and policies impact student operations and instructional areas.
Strong sense of urgency and timely results orientation.
Physical Abilities The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small parts, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment.
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards.
At times, may have to work weekends and untraditional hours if necessary.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
Experience must include at least 3 years in a management‑level role.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Salary Hiring salary range is $77,356 - $88,959. Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full‑time non‑faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed: length of time (specific months and years) of employment, whether the position was full‑time or part‑time, whether the position was paid or unpaid, level of degree completed including date earned, and an unofficial transcript for highest earned degree.
Benefits Marketing Statement By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
How To Apply ALL APPPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview. Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
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Cultural Beliefs
One LSC
Student Focused
Own It
Foster Belonging
Cultivate Community
Choose Learning
Campus Marketing Statement Lone Star College offers high‑quality, low‑cost academic transfer and career training education to 80,000+ students each semester. LSC has been named a 2023 Great Colleges to Work For® institution by the Chronicle of Higher Education. LSC consists of eight colleges, seven centers, eight Workforce Centers of Excellence and Lone Star Corporate College. Lone Star College‑Kingwood, an innovative and dynamic community college located in the pine‑forested suburbs of northeast Houston, focuses on fulfilling individual dreams and enhancing community life and offers unique programs in respiratory care, computer gaming and dental hygiene. Location: 20000 Kingwood Drive, Kingwood, TX 77339.
Job Description Purpose and Scope The Director, Business Operations manages staff and/or resources to provide specific program or service offerings to internal or external stakeholders. The position is responsible for directing all activities related to a campus department’s Business Office operations including interfacing with a variety of LSC departments such as purchasing, accounts payable, auxiliary services, student services and financial aid, and other similar services and departments. The Director manages and coordinates long‑term planning and the day‑to‑day budget management of multiple department/campus budgets.
Essential Job Functions
Responsible for budget setup, accounts for all full‑time budgeted positions, and balancing the final budget. Provides proactive and ongoing oversight of the location budget, including providing leadership for the annual budget development process, and training for managers.
Creates, implements and manages processes and procedures for effective business office operations, including Key Performance Indicators.
Ensures coordination and compliance with all related Business Office and LSC processes and procedures.
Hires, trains, develops and evaluates full and part‑time staff.
Coordinates and monitors LSC purchases and ensures compliance with all policies and procedures.
Manages and negotiates, when appropriate, with outside providers to make sure they are in Lone Star’s best interest.
Conducts regular audits of the business operations and auxiliary services and makes timely recommendations.
Prepares accurate and appropriate reports for executive management.
Responsible for other reasonable, related duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of purchasing, budgeting, financial administration and reporting, and planning.
Attention to detail and the ability to successfully manage multiple tasks in a fast‑paced, deadline‑oriented environment. Excellent time‑management skills.
Comprehensive computer technology skills to include Microsoft Office, PeopleSoft, performing complex queries, and constructing and running reports.
Expert analytical skills and strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills.
Excellent relationship‑building skills, and written and oral communication skills.
Excellent supervisory skills and the ability to work collaboratively and independently.
A thorough knowledge and understanding of educational institutions and how financial decisions and policies impact student operations and instructional areas.
Strong sense of urgency and timely results orientation.
Physical Abilities The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small parts, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.
Work Schedule and Conditions
Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment.
Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position.
Work is performed in a climate‑controlled office with minimal exposure to safety hazards.
At times, may have to work weekends and untraditional hours if necessary.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and at least 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field.
Experience must include at least 3 years in a management‑level role.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Business Administration.
Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
Salary Hiring salary range is $77,356 - $88,959. Lone Star College provides a hiring salary range for all posted full‑time non‑faculty positions. Where your salary offer would fall in that range is determined by your related experience and education. Should you receive an offer of employment from Lone Star College, the resume submitted in the application process will be utilized to calculate your salary offer. Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed: length of time (specific months and years) of employment, whether the position was full‑time or part‑time, whether the position was paid or unpaid, level of degree completed including date earned, and an unofficial transcript for highest earned degree.
Benefits Marketing Statement By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being a part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment and excellent work/life balance. This includes a full comprehensive and competitive benefits package, a generous number of paid holidays and vacation days, wellness programs, tuition waiver, professional development opportunities and more.
How To Apply ALL APPPLICANTS MUST APPLY ONLINE ONLY. We will not accept application material received via fax, email, mail, or hand delivered. If selected for an interview, a recruiter will contact you by phone or email to schedule an interview. Lone Star College participates in the E‑Verify program, under which Lone Star College provides the federal government with information from each new employee’s Form I‑9 to confirm that the employee is authorized to work in the United States.
Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.
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