Director, Sever Institute Operations – Engineering

WashU IT

Director of operations for Sever Institute at Washington University, leading enrollment management and academic operations initiatives. Collaborating with faculty and managing quality assurance processes.

Posted 4/16/2026full-timeWashington • Montana, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $65,900 - $112,700 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Leads Sever Institute operations including enrollment management, academic operations, administration, and collaboration among the Sever Institute.
Manages Sever Institute Adjunct Faculty hiring and onboarding and assists Adjunct Faculty with course development.
Conducts new program development ideation, planning, and implementation.
Works with Program Directors to ensure ongoing relevance of current programs, curricula, and courses.
Manages the Sever Institute quality assurance office and oversees unit QA processes.
Assists the Executive Director in strategic matters including business development initiatives and activities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree
Senior-Level Customer Engagement, Operations Management, Strategy, Staffing, Service, Resource Management And Management Of Complex Teams (10 Years)
Master’s degree with emphasis in management, operational execution, and quality assurance (preferred)
Strong analytical skills
Demonstrated success in managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects
Expertise in strategic and business planning in a P&L driven environment
Background in quality assurance methods and techniques to assure efficient and reliable processes
Experience in business development and long-term relationship building
Managing an operational team, delivering on strategic and operational projects, driving P&L goals
Capacity to translate strategic guidance into operational execution
Project management expertise and the ability to finish complex undertakings

Benefits

Comp & perks

Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan starting at 7%.
Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, and courses.
4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child.
Tuition coverage for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.

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Hard Skills & Tools

operations managementquality assurancebusiness developmentstrategic planningproject managementprogram developmentcurriculum developmentresource managementanalytical skillsP&L management

Soft Skills

leadershipteam managementcommunicationcollaborationstrategic thinkingrelationship buildingproblem-solvingorganizational skillsexecutionadaptability

Certifications

Bachelor's degreeMaster’s degree