Senior Managing Director

Position Description Plans and directs the overall operation of two or more departments with institutional oversight and provides leadership for staff members. Under executive direction, performs highly varied administrative duties involving the use of independent judgment and professional skills.

The Senior Managing Director for University Student Housing provides leadership, strategic input, and operational oversight of University Student Housing at Texas Tech University. This position serves as the operational leader responsible for a comprehensive housing enterprise supporting residential students across multiple residential communities and affiliated operations. The position oversees a large and complex organization and provides leadership focused on operational excellence, student success, fiscal stewardship, strategic input on facilities management, organizational development, and collaborative partnerships.

The Senior Managing Director is responsible for ensuring clear accountability, effective use of resources, consistent service delivery, and an organizational structure that supports sustainable and effective operations. The role works closely with Auxiliary Services, Administration and Finance, campus partners, students, parents, and external stakeholders to support institutional priorities and the long-term success of University Student Housing operations. About the University Founded in 1923, Texas Tech University began with a mission to serve the needs of West Texas, but its impact has always reached far beyond.

Today, Texas Tech, located in Lubbock (pop. 300,000+), is home to a vibrant community of more than 42,000 students.

Texas Tech's 1,800-acre campus showcases Spanish Renaissance architecture and is home to one of the country's largest public art collections. Its 13 colleges include a prestigious School of Law and a distinguished School of Veterinary Medicine. These programs equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in their respective fields. Built on the values of West Texas — hard work, grit and authenticity — the university graduates students who are deeply engaged in service to their communities and well-positioned to succeed in the world.

Texas Tech is committed to achieving research and scholarly accomplishments that compare favorably to the member institutions of the Association of American Universities (AAU). For more than 100 years, Texas Tech has been a premier destination for those seeking a world-class education and a unique, personalized experience as a member of the Red Raider family.

Major/Essential Functions LEADERSHIP & DEPARTMENTAL OVERSIGHTProvide senior leadership, strategic input, and operational oversight for University Student Housing and the programs, services, and functions necessary to support the housing enterprise.

Establish departmental goals, service standards, accountability measures, operational priorities, and financial strategies for a large and complex housing operation.

Evaluate organizational structure, staffing, responsibilities, processes, and resource allocation to strengthen effectiveness, consistency, accountability, and staff capacity.

Serve as the senior operational representative for University Student Housing and collaborate with Auxiliary Services leadership, university departments, and external stakeholders regarding strategic initiatives, operational planning, and major projects.

Lead organizational change initiatives, operational modernization efforts, strategic projects, and service enhancements supporting the long-term effectiveness of University Student Housing.

OPERATIONS, PLANNING & RESOURCE MANAGEMENT Direct operational planning and execution for major housing processes, programs, and initiatives…