Assistant Dean and Chief Operations Officer

University of Connecticut • Full-time • None • 3w ago

Fast Facts

The University of Connecticut's Neag School of Education seeks an Assistant Dean and Chief Operations Officer (ADCOO) for a senior leadership role overseeing professional services including fiscal management and human resources.

Responsibilities: Key responsibilities include managing fiscal services, human resources, IT services, and operational planning while ensuring alignment with strategic goals.

Skills: Candidates must possess strong fiscal oversight, HR management, strategic planning, and communication skills, along with a master's degree and extensive experience in higher education administration.

Qualifications: Preferred candidates will have experience with IT planning, RCM budget models, and facilities operations in addition to a strong leadership background.

Location: This position is located in the USA.

Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $120,000 - $180,000.

JOB SUMMARY

The Neag School of Education at the University of Connecticut invites applications for the position of Assistant Dean & Chief Operations Officer (ADCOO). This senior leadership role serves as the Dean?s designee overseeing all professional services within the school, including fiscal management, human resources, information technology, facilities, and operational planning. Working collaboratively with Associate Deans, Department Heads, and staff, the ADCOO ensures that these services are efficient, effective, and aligned with the mission and strategic goals of the Neag School and the University.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

In consultation with the Dean, develops, evaluates, interprets, and enforces university and Neag School policies, procedures, guidelines, and strategies.
Oversees business and fiscal services, including budgeting, financial analysis, audits, and centralization of financial operations for all academic departments, centers, post award for grants, and outreach programs within the School.
Leads human resources function on behalf of the Neag School of Education, including managing staffing processes, liaising with Labor Relations and Human Resources, coordinating performance evaluations, and ensuring compliance.
Provides direction over the School?s information technology services, including strategic planning, technology upgrades, and data management, in consultation and collaboration with centralized ITS as needed.
Oversees facilities and space management across Neag School buildings and assigned spaces.
Supervises key professional staff, including the Finance Director for Business & Grant Services and the Neag Information Technology Director.
Represents the Neag School of Education on university committees and leadership forums.
Performs other duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master?s degree in business administration, human resources, public administration, higher education administration, or related field.
7?10 years of progressively responsible experience in higher education administration or a similar complex organization.
Demonstrated experience with fiscal oversight, budget development, and financial analysis.
Supervisory experience managing professional staff and cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated knowledge of relevant federal, state, and university regulations governing HR, finance, and business operations.
Demonstrated communication, problem?solving, and policy interpretation skills.
Experience with human resource management, labor relations, staff evaluations, and organizational development.
Experience in strategic planning, organizational process improvement, and operational efficiency initiatives.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
Senior-level administrative leadership experience in higher education.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Experience with IT planning, systems implementation, and technology services support.
Experience with RCM Budget Models.
Experience managing facilities operations, space planning, or capital improvement planning.

APPOINTMENT TERMS

This is a full-time, permanent, 12-month, management-exempt position with an anticipated start date in May 2026. Salary will be commensurate with experience. The University offers a competitive salary, and outstanding benefits, including employee and dependent tuition waivers at UConn, and a highly desirable work environment. For additional information regarding benefits visit: https://hr.uconn.edu/health-benefits/

TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Employment of the successful candidate is contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment criminal background check.

TO APPLY

Please apply online at https://hr.uconn.edu/jobs , Faculty and Staff Positions, Search #499471 to upload a resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references.

This job posting is scheduled to be removed at 11:55 p.m. Eastern time on March 27, 2026.

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The University of Connecticut aspires to create a community built on collaboration and belonging and has actively sought to create an inclusive culture within the workforce. The success of the University is dependent on the willingness of our diverse employee and student populations to share their rich perspectives and backgrounds in a respectful manner. This makes it essential for each member of our community to feel secure and welcomed and to thoroughly understand and believe that their ideas are respected by all. We strongly respect each individual employee?s unique experiences and perspectives and encourage all members of the community to do the same. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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