Director of Operational & Institutional Support Services (# 201101527P)

Director of Operational & Institutional Support Services Posting Number:

201101527

P Job Title:

Director of Operational & Institutional Support Services Location:

Texas Township Campus Full-Time/Part-Time:

Full Time Pay Rate:

$78,900 minimum annual salary. Starting rate will be set based upon education and relevant years of experience beyond the minimum qualifications listed.

Position Type:

Administrator Department:

Institutional Support Job Summary:

Are you a person with natural leadership skills and a service oriented mindset? Does your commitment to high standards and work ethic inspire those around you? If this sounds like you and you also would like to dedicate yourself to serving the greater Kalamazoo community, then we may have the perfect opportunity for you. Read on! About Us Kalamazoo Valley Community College is a comprehensive, fully accredited, public, two-year college in Kalamazoo, Michigan. We offer associate degrees in more than 60 areas of study and 50 certificate programs. Kalamazoo Valley Community College creates innovative and equitable opportunities that empower all to learn, grow and thrive. About the Opportunity Kalamazoo Valley is seeking a full-time Director of Operational & Institutional Support Services. A primary responsibility of this position is to support the instructional mission of the institution and to promote positive student and customer relations. The person in this role will also work to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of key support services across multiple areas of the institution. These operations include coordination of critical functions such as scheduling, event coordination support, inventory management and customer service standards. Additionally the role works to ensure the maintenance of up-to-date information and consistent procedures, while managing budgets, staffing and reporting to align services with the College's mission. The position reports to the Vice President of Campus Planning & Operations. Specific Responsibilities of this

Position Include:

Develop, assign and evaluate workflow, departmental needs and support services across the institution including Student Development Services, Faculty Support Services across all four Kalamazoo Valley campuses. Assign centralized support services including reception, appointment scheduling, information sharing, student event coordination, purchasing, inventory, archiving and storage. Communicate up-to-date relevant college information, guidelines and policy to support services teams. Create customer service standards, practices and strategies to ensure that the needs of customers and students are served in accordance with the mission of the College. Research, analyze and implement tools such as telephone systems, directories, information channels and scripts for support teams. Develop and implement consistent procedures, guidelines and training across the institution's support services. Create and maintain budget activity and service reports related to the department. Monitor service contracts and make recommendations. Work with Human Resources to hire, orient, train and evaluate assigned staff. Supervision Exercised Administrative and functional supervision is exercised over varying number of full-time and part-time employees within the department at four campus locations. Skills and Knowledge Required Knowledge of acceptable supervisory practices. Knowledge of institutional policies and procedures. Knowledge of utilizing tools to enhance customer service. Skill in building relationships. Skill in organizing and assigning work. Skill in developing communications. Skill in providing quality customer service. Skill in analyzing data and creating reports.

Minimum Qualifications:

Appropriate education, training, experience and talents are requirements. An example of this would be a bachelor's degree and five years of related experience. Prior supervisory experience is required.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

Physical Demands:

Work Hours:

Core business hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Posting Date 04/24/2026

Closing Date:

Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Please apply online through

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link. Position will remain posted until filled. Priority will be given to applications received by May 10, 2026. EEO Statement As an employer, Kalamazoo Valley encourages, welcomes, and fosters differences because we believe that diversity makes us great. It is the policy of Kalamazoo Valley Community College not to discriminate on the basis of race (including traits associated with race such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), religion, color, national origin/ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, age, height, weight, familial status, veteran status, marital status, citizenship, or any other status or characteristic protected by law, in its programs, services, employment or activities. All qualified applicants will be given equal opportunity and consideration for employment; please consider joining us as we empower all to learn, grow and thrive. Prior to a job offer, candidates will be required to complete a criminal record background check. For some positions, a credit history investigation will also be required. Information gathered will be used for job-related purposes to the extent permitted by applicable law and will not result in an automatic disqualification from an employment opportunity. Applicant Documents Required Documents Resume Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts Letter of Recommendation Letter of Recommendation 2 Optional Documents Other Document Professional References