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Coordinator for Residential Services

Campus, IL · On-site

Participate in emergency response, crisis management, and on-call responsibilities as assigned. * Represent Housing & Residence Life during admissions events, orientation, Open House, Spartan Preview ...

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Director, Residence Life

Houston, TX · On-site

$56K - $60K/yr

Essential Responsibilities Housing Operations * Manage the leasing process for all residence spaces ... Oversee the Residence Life operations calendar and develop, track, and report measures of progress ...

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Director of Housing Finances

Lawrence, KS • On-site

University of Kansas
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Full-time

Posted 16 days ago

University Of Kansas rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 41 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

130th of 633 rated colleges and universities

Job description

45% Strategic Planning, Business Operations, and Financial Management
  • Collaborate with departmental leadership to establish and implement strategic priorities, operational plans, and organizational initiatives.
  • Lead project management for multiple major financial initiatives, including planning, coordination, documentation, timelines, and communications.
  • Prepare comprehensive financial reports and presentations.
  • Direct financial and business operations, including budgeting, receivables, capital planning, procurement, financial reporting, and resource allocation.
  • Lead the development and administration of the annual HRL budget, including forecasting, financial analysis, and long-range planning.
  • Develop room rate models and financial strategies that support operational needs and long-term financial sustainability.
  • Identify and implement process improvements that enhance operational effectiveness, service delivery, and stewardship of resources.
  • Develop funding strategies for capital improvement projects and provide analysis to support strategic decision-making.
  • Serve as the primary liaison with University departments, affiliated entities, and external partners on financial and operational matters.

25% Business Administration, Policy Development, and Compliance
  • Develop and maintain departmental policies, procedures, and internal controls supporting effective business operations.
  • Interpret and apply University policies, regulatory requirements, and financial practices across the department.
  • Ensure compliance with applicable University, State, and federal regulations affecting finance, purchasing, personnel, contracts, and capital projects.
  • Oversee business systems, reporting processes, and operational workflows that support departmental services.
  • Direct the preparation of financial, operational, bond disclosure, asset management, and other required reports.
  • Monitor organizational risk and ensure sound stewardship of departmental resources.

20% Leadership and Staff Management
  • Supervise professional and administrative staff supporting financial, operational, and business services functions. Establish performance expectations, conduct evaluations, provide coaching, and support employee development.
  • Provide leadership and direction to HRL staff engaged in business and operational functions, programs, and services.
  • Foster a collaborative and service-oriented environment focused on accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
  • Lead organizational change initiatives and implementation of business process improvements.
  • Work closely with staff across Housing & Residence Life, Student Affairs, Finance Administration, and other University departments to ensure coordinated and effective finance and business operations.

10% General Duties
  • Serve on the HRL leadership team and contribute to departmental planning, goal setting, and decision-making.
  • Represent HRL on University committees, work groups, and strategic initiatives.
  • Advise the Executive Director on financial, operational, administrative, and organizational matters.
  • Act on behalf of the Executive Director regarding business operations and administrative functions as assigned.
  • Other duties as assigned.
,The Director of Housing Finances provides strategic leadership, financial oversight, and administrative direction for Housing & Residence Life's (HRL) finance and business operations. Under the direction of the Executive Director of Housing & Residence Life, the position manages multiple business and service functions supporting a $50+ million auxiliary enterprise and serves as a key member of the department's senior leadership team.
The Director is responsible for financial management, budgeting, capital planning, business operations, policy administration, and organizational compliance. As HRL's senior business administrator, the position serves as the principal advisor on financial, operational, and administrative matters and collaborates with university partners to advance departmental and institutional priorities. The position provides leadership in the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of operational strategies, business processes, policies, and procedures supporting HRL programs and services.
The Director serves as the primary liaison with campus partners regarding budgeting, financial management, operational planning, purchasing, capital improvements, and business operations. The position ensures organizational compliance with applicable laws, regulations, University policies, and procedures governing a variety of functional areas. The successful candidate must demonstrate exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, operational expertise, sound judgment, and the ability to work effectively in a complex and collaborative environment.
Housing & Residence Life at the University of Kansas is home to nearly 5500 students on the Lawrence campus in residence halls, apartments, and cooperative houses known as scholarship halls. Our office is strongly committed to promoting and supporting students during their time living on campus.
 

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