Manager, Business Operations, EVC Operations

This job carries with it the obligation to uphold 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

The Chronicle of Higher Education's "Great Colleges to Work For" is designed to recognize colleges that have been successful in creating great workplaces and to further research and understanding of the factors, dynamics and influences that have the most impact on organizational culture at higher education institutions.

Lone Star College has been recognized in multiple categories.

Lone Star College-System Office, University Park

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-System Office employees are based at one of two System Office locations; The Woodlands and University Park. Both are the site for multiple administrative departments and system-wide training programs.

Location address is 20515 SH 249 (SH 249 and Louetta Road) Houston, Texas 77070-2607.

PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

The Manager, Business Operations, EVC Operations, is to provide business operations support to the Chief Business Officer. Assisting with budget management, budget planning, and financial analysis. The position is responsible for directing all activities related to business operations, including interfacing with a variety of LSC departments. Requires a detail-oriented, strong, analytical mind that can exercise good judgment and independent discretion in all matters but especially handling sensitive and confidential materials. This role works collaboratively across LSC campuses to partner on various special projects, evaluate business strategies, recommend process improvement, and implement best practices in standard operating procedures (SOPs) across functional units.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Manages and supervises full-time and/or part-time staff. Preparing and setting deadlines to ensure efficiency workflow through training, modeling, and supervision.
2. Monitor cost expense and budgets and providing input with budget recommendations for annual division budget development plan
3. Assist the Chief Business Officer in managing the annual budget development processes, including annual operational and capital budgets
4. Evaluates and interprets financial and operational data to support decision-making, improve reporting accuracy, and identify trends or areas for improvement.
5. Develop financial forecasts by analyzing historical data and institutional goals to guide budgeting and long-term planning efforts.
6. Monitors budget variances and perform analysis to ensure financial efficiency, identifies discrepancies, and recommends appropriate actions.
7. Applies strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to evaluate complex operational and financial challenges, propose solutions, and implement improvements aligned with institutional priorities.
8. Identify opportunities for process improvement and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to promote efficiency, consistency, and compliance across business operations.
9. Prepares detailed financial and operational reports, dashboards, and performance metrics to support executive decision-making and continuous improvement initiatives.
10. Assists with internal and external audit preparation by ensuring adherence to applicable regulations, policies, and procedures, and by providing accurate supporting documentation.
11. Complies with local, state, and federal regulations, as well as audit compliance with LSC policies and procedures
12. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of purchasing, budgeting, financial administration and reporting, and planning
• Expert analytical skills and strong business acumen, and strategic thinking 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 supervisory skills and 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
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple tasks in a deadline-driven environment
• Strong sense of urgency and timely, results-oriented

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
• May regularly travel to different LSC locations
• May be fully reassigned to other LSC locations as necessary
• May need to work weekends and untraditional hours if necessary

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Business, Finance, or a related field
• Experience using PeopleSoft

Hiring salary range is $58,625-$67,419

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. The information outlined below will provide the Office of Human Resources everything needed to determine an accurate starting salary.

Your resume should provide a complete picture of your work experience. The resume should include the following information for each position listed:

1. Length of time (specific months and years) of employment
2. If the position was full time or part time
3. If the position was paid or unpaid
4. Level of degree completed including date earned.
5. Unofficial transcript for highest earned degree

Additionally, any certifications listed as required or preferred in the Lone Star College job description should be included in the resume submitted.

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.

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