Hiring: Director of Operations Company: Northwestern University Location: Evanston, IL Job Posted Time: 2026-09-03 11:29:29 Employment Type: On-site Target Skills & Keywords : HTML About the job Required Skills: •This is a five-day-per-week, on-site position with occasional evening and weekend responsibilities associated with University events and the Provost’s schedule. •Provost Operations and Executive Support •Serves as a trusted operational partner to the Provost and Vice Provost/Chief of Staff and provides specialized, complex, and highly confidential executive support. •Manages the day-to-day administrative operations supporting the Provost and ensures priorities are effectively coordinated and executed. •Receives, reviews, and evaluates incoming requests, invitations, correspondence, and other matters requiring the Provost’s attention; determines significance and urgency and ensures appropriate follow-up. •Anticipates the Provost’s needs and proactively identifies potential issues, conflicts, and opportunities requiring attention. •Exercises a high degree of independent judgment and discretion when determining appropriate priorities, escalating issues, and making recommendations. •Serves as a central point of coordination between the Provost and senior University leaders, including the President, Deans, Vice Presidents, faculty leaders, and their staffs. Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience from which comparable skills can be acquired. •7 or more years of progressively responsible experience supporting senior executives, managing executive operations, or coordinating complex administrative and institutional activities. •Demonstrated experience managing complex executive calendars, travel, meetings, and events. •Operational familiarity with university policies, procedures, and financial administration. Compensation: •Competitive benefits and rewards package Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!