Responsible for directing the administration and financial operations for the Office of the Vice Provost, including oversight for division business and financial planning, administrative support, data analytics, training, and research technology. Serves as an integral member and senior leader within the OVPR and is recognized as the OVPR’s key financial, administrative and operational strategist.

Working closely with Vice Provost and with appropriate input from the Budget Center, develops and implements relevant operating and strategic business plans. Ensures financial, workforce, and technology resources are allocated in a manner consistent with plans. Acts as primary contact with University Budget Center.

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Directs the daily operation of multiple organizational units within OVPR including the administrative support team, training, and data analytics/technology. Responsible for staff performance management: goal setting, coaching, developing, and assessment. Facilitates communication and coordination activities across assigned units.

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Interfaces with other Tufts offices, Provost, Finance, University Council, and President to understand university strategies/initiatives and to communicate plans. Represents the OVPR and serves on university committees.

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Assesses data and technology needs. Oversees the development and implementation of research technology initiatives and data analytics/metrics to meet current and future needs. Ensures technology plans integrate and can be supported by Tufts Technology Services.

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Interfaces with Human Resources on staff issues- actions regarding hiring, terminations, salary and disciplinary actions. Assists with restructuring efforts. Reviews sensitive reports.

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Develops plans for special projects.

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This description is not intended to be all-inclusive.

Employee may perform other duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Minimum Required Experience, Education, Background, And Certifications/Licenses

·       Knowledge and experience as typically acquired through completion of Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field and 10 years of related experience

·       Strong people management experience

·       Comprehensive knowledge of finance and administration in research institutional setting

·       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

·       Demonstrated project management skills

Additional Preferred Experience, Education, etc. 

·       Master’s in Business Administration or Higher Education Administration

·       10+ years of administrative management experience in research academic environment

An employee in this position must complete all appropriate background checks at the time of hire, promotion, or transfer.

Equal Opportunity Employer – minority/females/veterans/disability/sexual orientation/gender identity.