Executive Director, Housing Operations

The University of Utah (the U) seeks an accomplished, strategic, and collaborative leader to serve as its next executive director of housing operations within Housing & Dining Programs (HDP). Reporting to the associate vice president for Housing & Dining Programs and serving as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, the executive director will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of campus housing, informing enrollment and student success strategies, and providing strategic leadership for critical business and operational functions within a large, complex, and evolving university environment.The executive director provides strategic leadership for a broad portfolio that includes Occupancy Management, Budget and Finance, Communications and Assessment, Technology and Housing Systems, and Living-Learning Programs. A central focus of the position will be developing and implementing strategies to strengthen demand for campus housing, optimize occupancy and revenue, enhance the residential student experience, and ensure that housing strategies align with the Universitys broader enrollment, academic, and student success priorities. The executive director will bring a data-informed, forward-thinking approach to these efforts, identifying opportunities to strengthen operations, improve effectiveness, and position HDP to respond successfully to evolving student needs and market conditions.The executive director will join a highly collaborative leadership team committed to innovation, thoughtful decision-making, continuous improvement, and the long-term success of Housing & Dining Programs. The position offers the opportunity to work across institutional boundaries, build strong partnerships with key University stakeholders, and play an important role in advancing both the departments priorities and the University of Utahs broader strategic goals.The executive director manages a dynamic team of 19 professionals, including four direct reports, and administers an annual budget of approximately $5 million.