Job Information
University of Utah Deputy Commissioner & COO in Salt Lake City, Utah
Details
Open Date 06/03/2024
Requisition Number PRN38733B
Job Title OCHE Deputy Commissioner & COO
Working Title Deputy Commissioner & COO
Job Grade EXE
FLSA Code Executive
Patient Sensitive Job Code? No
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Mon – Fri 8am – 5pm
VP Area President
Department 01379 - USHE Comissioner
Location Office of the Commissioner - Downtown SLC
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range $244,900 - $253,104
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Job Summary
The Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer ( COO ) serves as a senior member of the Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education (Office) executive team and is responsible for successfully managing the day-to-day operations of the Office; developing and implementing Utah Board of Higher Education (Board) strategies, policies, and programs that advance the Utah System of Higher Education ( USHE ) mission; leading senior staff using outcome-centered accountability, solution-oriented creativity, and empathy; and representing the Commissioner, the System, and the Board when the Commissioner is unavailable.
The Deputy Commissioner works independently, must exercise considerable judgment, and exerts a direct and considerable influence on the success of the Office, the Board, and USHE institutions. The incumbent shall have outstanding professional qualifications, including significant experience in organizational transformation and management, state legislative and executive branch advocacy, leadership, building consensus among competing stakeholders, and a proven record of delivering results.
Responsibilities
Job Duties, Responsibilities, and Examples of Tasks:
Serves as a key advisor to and partner with the Commissioner to achieve the Board’s statutory responsibilities and strategic objectives and goals.
Leads and manages the executive team, setting clear performance expectations and goals, in accomplishing Board and Office statutory responsibilities and strategic objectives.
Serves as a driver of pragmatic Office and system-level decision-making and secures successful outcomes.
Develops and operationalizes management frameworks, processes, and controls to advance transformational large-scale and local strategic initiatives.
Oversees high-level community and government relations and develops legislative strategies to advance the system’s priorities.
Accepts and coordinates inquiries from outside stakeholders or other levels of management and liaises with the appropriate personnel to ensure issues are addressed properly.
May represent the Office in meetings and other forums involving key stakeholders, the Board, USHE institution presidents and other representatives, the state Legislature, the governor and executive branch, and Office employees.
Serves on various workgroups, taskforces, and committees related to Office and Board administrative and operational priorities.
Creates and supports an environment of excellence that fosters teamwork, collaboration, accountability, trust, vulnerability, and a positive organizational culture.
Acts as a mentor and coach; evaluates and provides ongoing feedback on staff performance and addresses poor performance when needed.
Develops and implements Office policies and procedures that are consistent with state code and department and university policies.
Conducts administrative tasks such as managing contracts, approving employee records, reviewing budget proposals, and like-activities.
Responsible for personnel actions including hiring, performance management, and termination.
Collaborates with the other Deputy Commissioner/Chief Financial Officer to review Office appropriations, revenue, expenditures, fiscal strategy, and recommendations for annual institution operating and capital budget requests.
Performs other related duties as assigned.
In-state and out-of-state travel is required
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong knowledge of Utah’s political landscape, legislative and executive branch processes, and state government and higher education system operations.
Remarkable skills in management, oral and written communication, analysis, evaluation, negotiation, decision-making, and leadership.
Ability to quickly identify and solve operational, policy and analytical problems, anticipate organizational needs and proactively respond, and foster a productive and effective organizational culture.
Leadership that demonstrates intellectual curiosity, courage, vision, and strategic thinking.
Disclaimer
OCHE has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and primary duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee’s ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and OCHE reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as OCHE may deem appropriate.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required, Master’s Degree or higher levels of educational attainment preferred.
Significant experience in professional high-level decision-making roles, leadership positions, and a demonstrated record of extraordinary planning and accountability, and corresponding contribution to organizational transformation and success.
Preferences
Master’s Degree or higher levels of educational attainment preferred
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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