Exercises major degree of influence within specialized area of University activity.

Manages key function(s) of a unit/division.

Decisions may affect multiple units.

Maintains relationships with a variety of constituencies either predominantly within the University or external to the University in order to achieve optimum operational results.

Engages in communication at multiple levels of the University dealing with matters of importance; accountable for establishing communications and coordination with external constituencies in matters that may affect execution of policies, programs and objectives.

Integrates activities that align with unit objectives; anticipates work; plans, develops and facilitates tasks and projects for the unit.

Facilitates optimal unit performance to align with the University's vision/strategies.

Considers the risk, benefit and impact of decisions before taking action; makes operating decisions that affect unit.

Carries out creative or unique ventures under changing conditions; designs and implements protocols; develops original or improved methods, processes, and/or technologies; applies advanced analytical techniques; develops statistical and observational models.

Independently employs a broad knowledge in a particular field of specialization; originality of approach is essential; willingly seeks out information, experts, or resources to creatively resolve issues or develop new ideas.

Analyzes and/or researches complex data associated with programs and/or projects.

Serves as Principal Investigator; publishes in professional journals/periodicals; identifies strategies for developing sources of funds for new initiatives.

Designs and develops innovative equipment, testing materials, methods, and techniques; engages in independent scholarship and publication; may have teaching responsibility.

Develops competitive proposals and secures independent funding for projects.

Administers large divisional/complex budgets (typically less than $22M annually) for which supervisor/others have management oversight and fiscal responsibility.

Assists in the development of unit budget; analyzes resource needs for ongoing and new programs; develops and maintains budget forecasting models; discovers, interprets, and articulates areas of fiscal concern.

Interprets and applies personnel and budget policies; advises others in unit or College on budget-related policy; evaluates impact of ongoing and new initiatives on current and future budget.

Manages and oversees the daily operations of one or more functional areas in the division, ensuring compliance with University, state, and federal policies and procedures.

Serves as a team leader or member of team with senior administrators.

Knowledge of organizational development theory and practices.

Strategic planning skills.

Knowledge of cost analysis techniques. Skill in budget preparation, and management. Ability to develop financial plans and manage resources, and analyze budgetary expenditures for compliance with approved budget.

Ability to perform statistical analysis to meet a range of informational requirements. Ability to develop, plan and implement short- and long-range goals. Ability to plan, implement and evaluate programs.

Skill in establishing, directing, and enforcing policies and regulations.