Inside Higher Ed
Overview
Operations Manager role at Inside Higher Ed. Location: Kennesaw, Georgia. This is a regular, full-time position. Job ID: 293372. Location
Primary location: Our Kennesaw campus, 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Secondary location: Our Marietta campus, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Job Summary
Oversee the department's daily operations, ensuring the implementation and compliance with Kennesaw State University established policies and procedures. Responsible for departmental budgeting, planning, and processing improvements and special projects as needed. Manages internal operations such as calendar oversight, data tracking and reporting, and purchasing processes and budgets. Responsibilities
Oversees daily business operations, including payment processing, travel requests, correspondence, compliance documentation, and managing office supply needs. Coordinates and supports meetings by preparing agendas and distributing notifications. Assists leadership in defining project goals, developing plans, and tracking progress. Identifies and recommends process improvements and efficiency enhancements. Reviews, recommends, and implements procedure changes ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Develops and executes strategies to achieve objectives efficiently, including communication and marketing support. Prepares financial reports and forecasts future expenses. Ensures compliance with fiscal rules and procedures, prepares budget amendments, reviews travel-related expenses, and manages purchasing processes. Supports the hiring, scheduling, and payment processing for student assistants and other department roles. May supervise and coordinate staff and student assistant hiring, training, and management. Qualifications
Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Required Experience Five (5) years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education relevant to the job. Previous experience in higher education. Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and actively contribute to the creation and implementation of short and long-range department goals. Able to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with key campus stakeholders. Ability to foster teamwork and handle multiple tasks or projects with assigned deadlines. Knowledge of financial and budget processes. Management and oral and written communication skills; problem analysis and conceptual thinking. Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications (Microsoft Office suite) and attention to detail and customer service. Core Values
The University System of Georgia Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details and policies are available online as referenced in the job description. Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran/military status. See the policy and contact information for reporting concerns in the original posting. Other Information
This is a supervisory position with financial responsibilities. No driving requirement. This role is a position of trust and requires a purchasing card (P-Card). Travel may be required 1%–24% of the time. Background Check
Credit Report Standard Enhanced Education Per USG policy, final candidates will undergo a criminal background investigation. Additional screenings may apply, including motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening, and verification of credentials. Details in USG background check policy.
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Operations Manager role at Inside Higher Ed. Location: Kennesaw, Georgia. This is a regular, full-time position. Job ID: 293372. Location
Primary location: Our Kennesaw campus, 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Secondary location: Our Marietta campus, 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Job Summary
Oversee the department's daily operations, ensuring the implementation and compliance with Kennesaw State University established policies and procedures. Responsible for departmental budgeting, planning, and processing improvements and special projects as needed. Manages internal operations such as calendar oversight, data tracking and reporting, and purchasing processes and budgets. Responsibilities
Oversees daily business operations, including payment processing, travel requests, correspondence, compliance documentation, and managing office supply needs. Coordinates and supports meetings by preparing agendas and distributing notifications. Assists leadership in defining project goals, developing plans, and tracking progress. Identifies and recommends process improvements and efficiency enhancements. Reviews, recommends, and implements procedure changes ensuring compliance with policies and regulations. Develops and executes strategies to achieve objectives efficiently, including communication and marketing support. Prepares financial reports and forecasts future expenses. Ensures compliance with fiscal rules and procedures, prepares budget amendments, reviews travel-related expenses, and manages purchasing processes. Supports the hiring, scheduling, and payment processing for student assistants and other department roles. May supervise and coordinate staff and student assistant hiring, training, and management. Qualifications
Educational Requirements Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution of higher education or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience. Required Experience Five (5) years of related work experience. Preferred Qualifications Advanced degree from an accredited institution of higher education relevant to the job. Previous experience in higher education. Abilities, Knowledge, and Skills
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and actively contribute to the creation and implementation of short and long-range department goals. Able to establish and maintain effective, collaborative working relationships with key campus stakeholders. Ability to foster teamwork and handle multiple tasks or projects with assigned deadlines. Knowledge of financial and budget processes. Management and oral and written communication skills; problem analysis and conceptual thinking. Excellent interpersonal, initiative, teamwork, problem-solving, independent judgment, organization, communication (verbal and written), time management, project management, and presentation skills. Proficient with computer applications (Microsoft Office suite) and attention to detail and customer service. Core Values
The University System of Georgia Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details and policies are available online as referenced in the job description. Equal Employment Opportunity
Kennesaw State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. The University prohibits harassment or discrimination based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnicity or national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran/military status. See the policy and contact information for reporting concerns in the original posting. Other Information
This is a supervisory position with financial responsibilities. No driving requirement. This role is a position of trust and requires a purchasing card (P-Card). Travel may be required 1%–24% of the time. Background Check
Credit Report Standard Enhanced Education Per USG policy, final candidates will undergo a criminal background investigation. Additional screenings may apply, including motor vehicle report, credit check, pre-employment drug screening, and verification of credentials. Details in USG background check policy.
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