Chief Operating Officer

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POSITION: Chief Operating Officer

Bucks County Community College seeks an innovative and entrepreneurial Chief Operating Officer (COO) to join our vibrant community to help us evolve into a more efficient and market-responsive organization and to increase revenue from auxiliary services, rentals, and conferences and events.

Reporting directly to the President & CEO, the COO is a member of the college cabinet and is responsible for the safe operations of the college at all locations, oversees grounds, physical plant, custodial services, and security & safety services, establishes and leads revenue-generating operations, and manages contract services and relationships with vendors and contractors.

The COO is responsible for the maintenance of all properties of the College, capital projects, and developing long-range plans for the College including facilities master planning and overseeing construction and renovation projects. Ongoing contract services currently include the campus store, food service vendors, and an event planner and producer. Offices that directly report to the COO include the Office of Physical Plant, Office of Security & Safety, and a future Office of Conference & Event Services. An exciting opportunity for the COO will be to lead the College's expansion of rentals and conference & event services in order to contribute to the regional economy and increase revenue for the College.

Additional detailed position responsibilities and department overviews

QUALIFICATIONS

• Successful candidates will be dynamic and focused leaders with experience developing high-performing teams, managing facilities, and generating revenue through rentals and contracts

• They will have experience with facilities operations and maintenance, venue management, contracts, risk management, code compliance and safety, financial and budget management responsibility

• They will have seven to ten (7-10) years of progressive administrative experience in multiple administrative operations, such as business services, facility services, auxiliary services, hospitality management, or conference and venue management.

• A master's degree in business, public, non-profit, or arts administration, or a related field preferred or a Bachelor's Degree with relevant experience

• A minimum of three years of senior leadership experience.

SALARY Commensurate with background and experience

BENEFITS

Bucks County Community College offers an exceptional benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, 403B pension plan, life insurance, short & long-term disability, generous paid time off, summer hours, tuition waivers, tuition assistance, wellness center, cafeteria, and free parking on a beautiful Bucks County campus.

APPLICATION AND DEADLINE

Apply online at: https://bucks.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/BCCC

Applications must include a letter of application addressing this specific position and the candidate's interest and qualifications for coming to Bucks County Community College., curriculum vitae, and a list of five professional references. References will not be contacted without prior permission. Finalists may be asked to provide additional materials.

Consideration of applications will begin on November 21, 2024. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Questions about the process should be addressed to Urszula Zak (Deputy Chief of Staff to the President) at Urszula.Zak@bucks.edu or (215) 968-8221.

We are proud to be an organization that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.

Please Note: At this time, the College does not provide work visa sponsorships. To be considered for employment at Bucks County Community College, applicants must be permitted to legally work in the United States without employer sponsorship.Bucks County Community College participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.