Chief Operations & Financial Officer

To be successful in this position, you will bring: 

• Bachelor's degree and ten years of relevant experience in administrative, operational and financial management or combination of education and relevant experience.
• Mastery across financial stewardship, operational leadership, and investment oversight, with the financial expertise as the essential foundation for this role.
• Advanced financial expertise in budget planning, accounting, forecasting, and capital management.
• Proven operational leadership experience managing complex, multi-disciplinary administrative functions, with the ability to drive alignment, service excellence, and organizational effectiveness at scale.
• Demonstrated excellence in strategic leadership, organizational management, and financial stewardship.
• High level of diplomacy in influencing and aligning stakeholders across a complex, matrixed organization.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and alignment at all levels.
• Strong analytical rigor, organizational skill, and attention to detail.
• Broad understanding of information technology systems and infrastructure.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build collaborative relationships with faculty and anticipate evolving academic needs.

In addition, preferred requirements include: 

• Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• Experience spanning private, public, or nonprofit sectors, ideally with exposure to higher education or mission-driven organizations.
• Familiarity with endowment or trust management and investment governance.
• Passion for the mission of higher education and the transformational impact of the Stanford GSB.

The expected pay range for this position is $400,000 to $480,000 per year. 

Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The Cardinal at Work website (https://cardinalatwork.stanford.edu/benefits-rewards) provides detailed information on Stanford’s extensive range of benefits and rewards offered to employees. Specifics about the rewards package for this position may be discussed during the hiring process.

 
Why Stanford is for You

Stanford’s dedicated 16,000 staff come from a breadth of educational and career backgrounds. We are a collaborative environment that thrives on innovation and continuous improvement. At Stanford, we seek talent committed to excellence, driven to impact the future of our legacy, and improve lives on a global sphere. We provide competitive salaries, excellent health care and retirement plans, and a generous vacation policy, including additional time off during our winter closure. Our generous perks align with what matters to you:

• Freedom to grow. Take advantage of career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or leader discuss global issues.
• A caring culture. We understand the importance of your personal and family time and provide you access to wellness programs, child-care resources, parent education and consultation, elder care and caregiving support.
• A healthier you. We make wellness a priority by providing access to world-class exercise facilities. Climb our rock wall, or participate in one of hundreds of health or fitness classes.
• Discovery and fun. Visit campus gardens, trails, and museums.

• Enviable resources. We offer free commuter programs and ridesharing incentives. Enjoy discounts for computers, cell phones, recreation, travel, entertainment, and more!

   

   
  We pride ourselves in being a culture that encourages and empowers you.
   

   

  
  How to Apply

We invite you to apply for this position by clicking on the “Apply for Job” button. To be considered, please submit a cover letter and résumé along with your online application.

The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned.

Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form.

Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.