Associate Vice President, Infrastructure Oper presso Virginia Union University

Virginia Union University (VUU) is a distinguished private institution founded in 1865 that proudly upholds a legacy of academic excellence and community engagement. With a historic 86-acre campus, it offers a dynamic and nurturing environment for its 1,568 undergraduate and graduate students. Virginia Union University is recognized in the 2024 edition of U.S. News & World Report, holding a prestigious position as #39 among Historically Black Colleges and Universities.

VUU provides a robust array of academic programs, including 35 Bachelor's, 11 Master's, and one Doctoral degree. Virginia Union University remains steadfast in its commitment to offering accessible, high-quality education, instilling a sense of assurance and confidence in its students. It fosters a vibrant intellectual community dedicated to the holistic development of future leaders.

 Five fundamental principles (core values) guide Virginia Union University. Each principle is essential to our ability to provide a Best-In-Class educational experience for students, faculty, and staff. These principles help our community understand the right path to fulfilling our institution's mission. The principles are Innovation, Spiritual Formation, Integrity, Diversity & Inclusion, and Excellence.

The Associate Vice President (AVP) for Infrastructure Operations & Strategic Services provides visionary leadership, strategic planning, and executive management for the university’s physical and digital infrastructure. This role oversees campus facilities operations, capital projects, technology infrastructure, sustainability initiatives, and strategic services that ensure operational excellence. The AVP works collaboratively with university leadership, faculty, staff, and external partners to align infrastructure operations with the institution’s mission, academic priorities, and long-term strategic goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a comprehensive long-term infrastructure strategy to support the university’s mission, growth, and operational resilience.
• Oversee strategic services including space planning, emergency management, environmental health and safety, transportation/parking, and campus support operations.
• Manage large-scale capital projects and renovations, ensuring alignment with budget, timeline, compliance, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with Information Technology leadership to align digital and physical infrastructure for academic and administrative innovation.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, as well as accreditation standards.
• Direct budget development, fiscal accountability, and resource allocation for infrastructure operations and strategic service units.
• Partner with senior leadership to advance sustainability, climate resilience, and campus modernization initiatives.
• Foster a culture of customer service, safety, accountability, and continuous improvement within all units under their leadership.
• Represent the university with external stakeholders, including contractors, vendors, regulators, and community partners.

Education

• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Engineering, Facilities Management, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience in infrastructure, facilities, or strategic operations, preferably within higher education or large complex organizations.
• Must be able to lift 10 pounds.

Application Process

Candidates are required to submit their resume, four professional references and a cover letter. The application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A background investigation and reference check will be required prior to employment. For any questions or concerns, please contact [email protected].

Equal Opportunity Employer

Virginia Union University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other protected class.

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