Chief Operating Officer, Finance and Administration

🇺🇸 Athens, OH 🕑 Full-Time 💰 $153K - $271K 💻 Operations 🗓️ March 11th, 2026

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Edtech.com's Summary

Ohio University is hiring a Chief Operating Officer, Finance and Administration. This role directs multiple departments including Facilities Management, Police, Emergency Management, and others by providing executive oversight to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and comply with standards. The COO leads strategic planning, risk mitigation, and resource optimization to support the university's mission.

Highlights

Provides executive oversight of Facilities Management, Design & Construction, Sustainability, Ohio University Police Department, Emergency Management, University Planning, Mail Services, Transportation & Parking, Moving & Surplus, Environmental Health and Safety, and Real Estate.
Manages strategic planning, continuous improvement, and stakeholder engagement across diverse departments.
Leads communication and collaboration with board members, partners, and internal/external stakeholders.
Responsible for multi-million-dollar project budgets and operational management with full autonomy in decision-making.
Requires a Master's degree in a related field, 15+ years of relevant professional experience, and 9+ years of supervisory experience.
Manages large, complex teams and contributes to the university's long-term strategic vision.
Salary range is $153,413 to $270,904, commensurate with education and experience.
Benefits include medical, vision, dental, life insurance, paid holidays, educational benefits, sick leave, vacation, and retirement plans.
Must be able to travel regularly for site visits and engage with construction and university environments.
Reports to the Vice President for Finance and Administration and is part of the university leadership team.