Vice President, Campus Services

Columbia University seeks an outstanding leader to serve as its next Vice President, Campus Services (VPCS). Reporting to the Executive Vice President for University Facilities and Operations, the Vice President, Campus Services will drive innovation, operational excellence, and customer‑focused service delivery while advancing the university’s mission and fostering a vibrant, inclusive campus community. Job Type: Officer of Administration Regular/Temporary: Regular Hours Per Week: 35 Salary Range: $300,000 - $400,000 Responsibilities • The Vice President, Campus Services provides strategic, operational, and financial leadership for the following service departments: dining; undergraduate residence halls; catering and event management services; student center and bookstore; print and mail services; trademark licensing; and transportation. • The overarching objective of these units is to ensure that essential services and critical infrastructure are organized appropriately and function with the highest possible efficiency and effectiveness in support of the university’s academic mission. • The Vice President, Campus Services is a member of the senior management team of CUFO’s Executive Vice President and works closely and collaboratively with other senior leaders across the campus, including deans, vice‑presidents, and senior managers. • Responsibilities include leading and participating in a variety of university and school initiatives and programs, serving on ad‑hoc committees, and advising senior leadership on policy issues. • An area of ongoing strategic and operational alignment is with student‑affairs and residential‑life areas of the university, especially those focused on the undergraduate experience. Minimum Qualifications A demonstrated track record of effective leadership and collaboration with various constituents at all levels and ranges of expertise. A deep commitment to customer service and a track record of leading high‑performance service delivery teams defined by a results‑oriented culture of excellence and responsiveness. Demonstrated ability and commitment to cultivating a work environment that is equitable and inclusive of faculty, staff, and students from diverse cultural backgrounds and social identities. Effective written and presentation skills, proven financial acumen and negotiation skills, a creative bent and innovative approach to problem solving. A minimum of 15 years of progressive growth in management and specific executive experience in one or more of the service areas within the scope of responsibilities of the position. Demonstrated excellence managing operations and/or services on a profit and loss basis. An undergraduate degree. Preferred Qualifications Professional experience in an academic or other non‑profit environment. Supervisory experience in a unionized environment. An advanced degree in business management. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran. Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents. #J-18808-Ljbffr