Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Company: Research Foundation Of The City University Of New
Location: New York
Posted on: April 25, 2024
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Job Description:
Job DescriptionGeneral DescriptionThe Research Foundation of
CUNY is seeking a seasoned organizational leader and exceptional
manager to serve as Chief Operating Officer (COO). Serving at the
pleasure of the President, the COO is a member of the chief
executive team, working closely with other senior-level leaders
across the organization. The COO has oversight over Grants and
Contracts, Procurements and Payables, Customer Service and
Development and Administrative Services. The COO also oversees the
management of LLC for the building in which the Foundation and
other CUNY facilities are located.Other Duties Oversight
responsibility for the Grants and Contract Department including all
contracts and grant agreements, business and vendor contracts,
subcontracts, and federal agreements. Provide leadership and
direction over the Procurements & Payables department responsible
for payment of all goods and services needed by principal
investigators to carry out sponsored research awards. Ensures
compliance with federal procurement standards and uniform
guidelines for all federally funded awards and contracts. Oversees
management of 230 West 41st Street physical facilities and assets;
including negotiations and rental of building facilities. Provides
leadership and manages staff to ensure departments and work teams
are staffed and functioning properly to meet Foundation tasks and
workloads. Review of legal documents and terms of service, as
necessary, and in consultation with the Legal Affairs Department.
Develop and recommend administrative and operating policies for the
prudent and effective management of the organization and its work.
Responsible for ensuring policies are relevant and up to date and
that appropriate risk assessment and oversight mechanisms are in
place to ensure full compliance of Foundation-supported activities
within governmental regulations and sponsor requirements are
present and effective. Partner with the President and executive
team in effective management of the Board, including providing
direct staff support, planning for, and participating in regular
Board and committee meetings. As senior lead of RF operations,
model the highest standards of professional ethics and stay current
in the different fields of responsibility. Take the lead in
preparing regular data reports on the key functions, outputs, and
outcomes of the organization. Manage relations between RFCUNY and
campus-based leadership, staff, and representatives. Participate in
auditing various workplace processes and implementing new
strategies to improve efficiency and communication across
respective departments. Support the work of other RF divisions by
communicating effectively with other leaders and staff inside and
outside the organization. Actively participate in the development
of RFCUNY and LLC budget proposals and new initiatives. Identify,
select, and work with consultants to supplement RFCUNY
expertise.QualificationsMasters degree in an area related to
finance and administration (M.B.A., M.P.A.) is preferred.
Applications are welcome from candidates without an advanced degree
who possess demonstrated high-level, relevant managerial
experience. 10+ years of professional experience and increased
responsibilities in a fast-paced and growing non-profit
environment. Broad experience in grant and contract preparation,
implementation, and management (both pre- and post-award) is
required.The following experience is also highly desirable:
Progressively increasing responsibility in academic and/or
sponsored program administration and/or hospital or other large
not- for-profit operation; demonstrated experience working
collaboratively to lead the integration of a complex organization
utilizing best practices in management to ensure shared success; a
strategic thinker who understands how operations support the
broader mission of the organization; familiarity with CUNY, a
demonstrated commitment to the academic mission and service to
faculty; experience as a full-time faculty member as well as an
academic administrator strongly preferred; strong staff management
experience required, with the ability and interest to work closely
with staff members to set and achieve individual and team goals;
outstanding analytical and strategic thinking skills with a focus
on results and impact; ability to communicate effectively and earn
and maintain the trust of constituencies that work with and are
affected by the Research Foundation; a sense of humor and the
ability to inspire others; decisiveness and humility; and
significant experience implementing and maintaining a strong
client/customer service orientation in a large, complex
organization.RFCUNY BenefitsRFCUNY Employee Benefits and
AccrualsAbout the Research FoundationThe Research Foundation of The
City University of New York (RFCUNY) was established as a
not-for-profit educational corporation chartered by the State of
New York in 1963. RFCUNY supports CUNY faculty and staff in
identifying and obtaining external support (pre-award) from
government and private sponsors and is responsible for the
administration of all such funded programs (post-award).RFCUNY
stands between CUNYs principal investigators (PIs) and the sponsors
who support them and strives to fulfill its essential
responsibilities to both groups. Working closely with individual
PIs and Grants Officers on the campuses, RFCUNY oversees
employment, accounting, audit, reporting, purchasing, and special
responsibilities that include management of a planned giving
program; liaison with governmental agencies and foundations;
negotiation of agreements; facility construction and renovation;
protection and commercialization of intellectual property; and
compliance with applicable standards in research involving human
subjects, animal care, environmental and radiological safety, and
conflicts of interest.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementThe
Research Foundation of the City University of New York is an Equal
Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Americans with Disabilities
Act/E-Verify Employer. It is the policy of the Research Foundation
of CUNY to provide equal employment opportunities free of
discrimination based on race, color, age, religion, sex, pregnancy,
childbirth, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran
status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information,
marital status, domestic violence victim status, arrest record,
criminal conviction history, or any other protected characteristic
under applicable law.by Jobble
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