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Liberty University

Operations Manager - LU Serve

Liberty University, Lynchburg, Virginia, United States, 24501

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Responsible for managing financial operations and delegated logistics for projects of LU Serve. Essential Functions and Responsibilities

The following outlines the essential functions and responsibilities: Responsible for accomplishing operational project objectives through assisting Senior Director(s) of LU Serve.

Provide essential logistical and administrative support and assist the appropriate LU Serve staff in implementing all major strategic projects and achieving organizational goals with respect to LU Serve events and programming.

Execute strategic purchases for the LU Serve office related to equipment, resources, materials, promotion, and other essential logistics.

Responsible for assisting the LU Serve department in purchases and reconciliations.

Responsible for using programs and methods of payment such as P-Card, Infor, Banner, and Assist for the operations of the LU Serve strategic plan.

Responsible for tracking department revenue and expenditures.

Regularly provides budget reports to department leadership.

Create and maintain a process for real-time budget updates for LU Serve.

Regularly assist OSD departments in budget-related matters.

Serves effectively as a liaison between LU Serve, the finance and budgeting offices, and University Events.

Work in coordination with Senior Directors to develop and foster relationships between LU Serve and related LU departments.

Plan, coordinate, and execute all LU Serve projects and opportunities as directed.

Strictly adheres to Liberty University policies, representing the University in an exemplary manner.

Works effectively as a team member, embracing and fostering LU's Christian model and Mission

Training Champions for Christ.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None. Qualifications and Credentials

Education and Experience

Four-year college degree in Business or the equivalent in other training and certifications.

Two years or more of professional office experience.

Experience in ministry, and finances. Well-developed communications skills.

Preferred Experience:

Master's of Business Administration degree or the equivalent in other training and certifications.

Two years or more of project management experience.

Abilities and Competencies Essential to the Function of the Job

Communication and Comprehension

Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing to convey clear, well articulated information.

Ability to understand, speak, and write English in order to convey messages and correspond in an articulate and professional manner.

Possess public communication skills that allow professional representation of Liberty University to a variety of business and community customers and associates.

Strong organizational skills.

Excellent computer skills.

Problem Solving Intuitively able to reason, analyze information and events, and apply judgment in order to solve problems of both a routine and complex nature.

Physical and Sensory Abilities

Frequently required to sit for extended periods to perform deskwork or type on a keyboard.

Regularly required to hear and speak in order to effectively communicate orally.

Occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb stairs to move about the building.

Handle materials, reach overhead, kneel or stoop in order to conduct business.

Regularly lift 25 or fewer pounds.

Occasionally required to travel to local and domestic locations.

Working Conditions

Work Environment

The working environment in which one will typically perform the essential functions of this position is a climate-controlled setting. It is well lighted, and the noise level is moderate. Working environment may include facilitation of events outdoors occasionally. Driving Requirements

Use of one's personal vehicle (or LU vehicles) may be required for travel in the performance of the essential functions of this position. Proof of a valid Virginia driver's license, an acceptable DMV record, and liability insurance is required. Job Requisition ID: R0007603