Vice President, Campus Operations & Development - FT

Vice President, Campus Operations & Development - FT Southeast Community College - 4.2 Lincoln, NE Job Details Full-time $124,289 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Space allocation Computer operation Staff supervision Managing physical security teams Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Team supervision Word processing Program development Spreadsheets Strategic planning in education Process design Employee relationship building Research Crisis management (risk management strategy) Team development Hiring Policy & process development Resource scheduling coordination Public safety procedures Accounting Recruiting Leading team collaboration initiatives Personnel management in education Schedule creation Interdisciplinary policy and procedure development Data-driven problem-solving Interviewing Educational compliance and regulation understanding Overseeing educational facilities management Productivity software Full Job Description Department Area Administrators Location Lincoln Job Category Administration Job Type FT Posting Number 02159 Position End Date Position Summary Information General Description of Position Under the general direction and supervision of the College President, the Vice President, Campus Operations & Development provides broad leadership over campus operations, infrastructure, facilities, safety, and emergency preparedness. This position is responsible for the administration and implementation of operational policies and procedures across Southeast Community College's campuses, locations, and learning centers. The Vice President leads college-wide campus operations and facilities management, ensuring that campus infrastructure, climate, and safety and security functions support institutional priorities and student success. Additionally, this role provides strategic oversight for campus development, guiding the implementation of institutional initiatives, facility expansions, and operational improvements to align with long-term institutional goals. Key responsibilities of this position include: 1) Strategic Campus Operations & Facilities, 2) Institutional Compliance Leadership, 3) Safety, Security & Emergency Preparedness, 4) Campus Development & Master Planning, 5) Operational Policy Implementation, 6) Institutional Strategic Alignment, 7) Cross-Campus Integration & Collaboration, 8) College policy, procedure, and operating practices manuals development and review, and 9) Leadership & Supervision This full-time regular position exercises considerable independent judgment while overseeing professional, administrative, and support staff under the general supervision of the President. Essential Functions Campus Operations and Leadership Provide strategic leadership to ensure the integration and alignment of capital projects, facilities, safety, security, and operational functions across all campuses, locations, and learning centers. Oversee the administration, management, and coordination of College-wide operational policies, procedures, and best practices, including planning, budgeting, and facilities management. Ensure the development and implementation of operational policies and procedures that enhance efficiency, effectiveness, and service delivery, creating seamless experiences across all SCC locations. Provide oversight of the development and review of College policies, procedures, and operating practice manuals. Collaborate with other divisions, faculty, and staff to ensure campus operations support student and employee needs. Provide administrative oversight and supervision of divisional staff, budgets, and operational resources. Institutional Compliance Leadership Provide strategic leadership and administrative oversight for the Institutional Compliance division, ensuring alignment with institutional policy, procedure, and practices, and regulatory requirements across all SCC campuses and locations. Direct institutional compliance programs, including Title IX, civil rights, Clery Act, and related regulatory requirements, ensuring the College maintains robust investigation, training, reporting, and risk mitigation processes in accordance with federal, state, and local mandates. Capital Projects and Facilities Lead long-term campus master planning, infrastructure expansion, and deferred maintenance projects, ensuring alignment with institutional growth, enrollment trends, and academic needs. Work with college divisions and cross-functional teams to ensure campus facilities and infrastructure support new program development, student needs, and workforce demands. In collaboration with the VP of Administrative Services and the AVP of Facilities, ensure oversight of financial planning, space allocation, and operational sustainability of all campus projects. Oversee the planning, execution, and management of capital projects, ensuring timely completion, budget adherence, and alignment with SCC's strategic priorities. Ensure campus facilities maintain the highest standards of safety, sustainability, and functionality. Campus Climate Promote campus culture in alignment with the College's mission and strategic plan to maximize a positive and engaging organizational climate by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others. Work closely with the Associate Vice President of HR to promote a positive and engaging climate on all SCC campuses. Support effective and sustainable staffing and compensation levels to ensure College operational excellence. Strategic Programming and Campus Development Partner with other divisions to explore new innovations, initiatives, and programs that align with SCC's mission, vision, and strategic goals. Ensure campus infrastructure and operational planning support the execution of strategic initiatives and long-term institutional priorities. Utilize data-driven research, benchmarking, and feasibility analysis to assess the impact and sustainability of proposed initiatives. Foster cross-functional collaboration by coordinating efforts between academic programs, student services, operations, and external partners for smooth initiative execution. Implement roadmaps, project timelines, and measurable success metrics for initiatives approved for advancement. Foster cross-functional collaboration by coordinating efforts between academic programs, student services, operations, and external partners to ensure seamless execution. Develop project roadmaps, timelines, and measurable success metrics for initiatives approved for implementation. Assess and refine initiatives by collaborating with key stakeholders to evaluate effectiveness, measure impact, and inform future strategies. Safety, Security, Emergency Preparedness, Environmental Health, and Continuity of Operations Establish and maintain a culture of safety and preparedness by ensuring that all SCC campuses, locations, and learning centers meet or exceed best practices in health, security, emergency management, and environmental safety. Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of emergency response, environmental health, and business continuity plans to ensure SCC can effectively mitigate, respond to, and recover from crises, including natural disasters, public health emergencies, and security threats. Strengthen emergency preparedness by ensuring the implementation of proactive training, tabletop exercises, and full-scale drills for faculty, staff, and students, ensuring alignment with local, state, and federal emergency protocols. Ensure security and risk management strategies by integrating crime prevention, threat assessment, and emergency response coordination in partnership with law enforcement and emergency agencies. Ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation through college-wide environmental health initiatives, including hazardous materials management, air and water quality, occupational health, and fire/life safety standards. Ensure business continuity and operational resilience by developing contingency and recovery plans to minimize disruption to campus operations and maintain critical institutional functions. Provide administrative oversight for the Environmental Health & Safety (EHS) program, ensuring the College complies with federal, state, and local regulations and public health standards. Policy, Procedure, and Operating Practice Manuals Work with the Special Projects Directors and other staff responsible for the creation, review, and revision of College policies, procedures, and operating manuals. Ensure all operating practice manuals are updated based on the responsive schedule and that the manuals accurately reflect and align with College policies and procedures. Provide oversight of all components associated with the policy/procedure/manual creation and revision process. Work closely with the Board of Governors HR/Policy Team to facilitate Board review and potential approval of policies. Communication and Public Relations Build and strengthen external partnerships that support campus development, workforce training, and student engagement, while leveraging collaborations for funding and resource-sharing. Represent SCC in public and community engagements, ensuring effective communication with students, faculty, staff, and external stakeholders. Work with community organizations and committees to promote SCC's mission and enhance institutional impact. Serve as a key public speaker and institutional representative for addressing campus concerns and development initiatives. Foster collaborative relationships across divisions, campuses, and institutions to ensure alignment with college-wide goals and initiatives. Other Duties Drive a culture of continuous improvement by identifying opportunities for process optimization, cost savings, and operational efficiency, ensuring high standards of service and compliance with institutional policies. Perform other duties as assigned. Support staff and leadership development across campus operations and administrative teams. Promote a Culture of Belonging Support and promote an environment of belonging where all students, faculty members, and college employees feel welcomed, valued, and empowered to contribute. Foster a community where each individual and their varied perspectives enrich the educational experience and create a safe and respectful environment. Support the College's policies and programming related to access, fair employment, and equal opportunities for all. Marginal Functions Represent Southeast Community College in local, state, regional, and national organizations relative to the campus. May be required to perform associated duties, functions, or assignments in other divisions/programs/areas as required. Perform other College functions and duties as assigned. Must be able to work varied days, hours, shifts, locations, and campuses as required. Work schedules (hours/days/work location) are scheduled by Southeast Community College based on the needs of the College. Work hours, shifts, days, and work locations may vary depending on the needs of Southeast Community College and are subject to modification. Emergency or scheduled special activities may require hours outside of the regular workweek. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Knowledge of and experience in recruiting, screening, interviewing, hiring, supervising, evaluating, and motivating staff. Ability to critically review policies and procedures and provide input on the development and formulation of campus policies and procedures. Knowledge and experience in working with budgets, using sound accounting principles. Monitor, evaluate, and analyze budgets; prepare reports based on information obtained. Knowledge and experience in deferred and planned maintenance. Knowledge and experience in campus operations, including facilities, safety and security, and crisis management. Experience in space planning and programming. Knowledge of human resource operations. Knowledge of the accreditation processes and policies. Proven ability to conceptualize and implement long-term strategic plans, aligning organizational goals with industry trends and opportunities. Exceptional leadership skills with a track record of guiding cross-functional teams and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. Ability to identify and address strategic challenges, devising innovative solutions to drive institutional growth and operational efficiency. Knowledge and experience in operating a personal computer using spreadsheet and word processing software. Proficiency with common productivity and collaboration tools and the ability to interpret operational and financial data. Knowledge of methods for distance education course offerings, distance learning classroom equipment, and its operation. Knowledge of instructional training required to operate equipment within a distance learning classroom. Knowledge of scheduling, organizing activities, and managing people and groups for a specific task. (long-range planning, budget preparation, and other assigned activities). Ability to work and communicate with a diverse group of students, staff, and the public. Skill and ability in using oral and written communications. Knowledge and ability to recognize, identify, and resolve potential staff and student issues in a timely and appropriate manner. Ability to lift and carry up to fifty (50) pounds for short distances and move tables, chairs, and media equipment when necessary. The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Education, Business, or Public Administration. Five (5) years of successful work experience in the area of supervision, campus operations, policies and procedures, fiscal management, and/or administration. Five (5) years of progressive leadership experience, including at least three (3) years of direct supervision of professional staff and/or multiple functional areas. Desired Qualifications Master's degree in Education, Business, or Public Administration. Work experience or education at the Dean level or above in a post-secondary education setting or a directly related field of study. Experience in budgeting, distance education systems and delivery, and project management. Experience in campus operations, including facilities, safety and security, and crisis management. Experience in vendor selection and coordination. Knowledge of facilities and landscape planning. Salary $ 124,289/yr Benefits SCC BEN Dollars -

Eligible Employees:

Full-time status. Regular employees with an FTE of 0.75 or greater will be eligible for SCC Ben Dollars. All employees will be required to elect a health insurance option. If the cost of insurance coverage selected by an employee exceeds the SCC Ben Dollars available, all additional costs will be withheld from the employee's paycheck. Any SCC Ben Dollars that the employee does not elect to use for the purchase of dependent health and dental insurance will be paid to the employee in cash at $0.93 per $1.00 benefit dollar. All amounts paid are subject to withholding for income and employment taxes, but not subject to the College's contribution toward the Retirement Savings Plan - Group Retirement Account (GRA). Schedule Normal working hours for this full-time regular position are scheduled between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday, requiring a minimum of a 40-hour work week, based on a 260-day work calendar. Scheduled special activities, emergencies, or temporary schedule changes may require hours outside of the regular workday or workweek. Posting Detail Information Please be advised that Southeast Community College will require a Criminal History Background Check prior to final offer. Open Date 05/22/2026 Close Date 06/07/2026 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants If accommodation or assistance is needed to complete this application, contact Human Resources at 402-437-2553.