Operations Director

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Digital Media Commons (DMC), aligning services and investments with University priorities and emerging technology trends.
• Manage DMC staff and operations, including supervising a diverse team of professional staff and student workers.
• Oversee day-to-day facility operations for the 250,000-square-foot Duderstadt Center, ensuring accessibility and efficient administration of spaces.
• Develop and manage annual budgets, oversee expenditures, and implement internal financial controls.
• Coordinate building governance by supporting the Executive Advisory Group and partnering with North Campus schools, colleges, and the Provost's Office.
• Drive organizational development and foster multidisciplinary partnerships across the university and with external industry partners.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in media, communication, performance technology, educational technology, fine arts, business administration, or higher education administration.
• Minimum of 7 years of professional leadership experience in an academic or administrative setting.
• Proven experience in strategic planning, organizational development, and leading innovation.
• Extensive experience supervising professional staff and managing cross-functional teams in complex environments.
• Demonstrated expertise in budget development, financial management, and resource allocation.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a track record of successful stakeholder engagement.

About the Company

The University of Michigan is a world-class research institution. The James and Anne Duderstadt Center serves as a dynamic, student-centered interdisciplinary hub where technology, creativity, research, and collaboration converge through advanced digital media resources and specialized creative spaces.