ASSOCIATE VP OF OPERATIONS - UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI - MIAMI, FL - Ssc : Job Details

Position Title: ASSOCIATE VP OF OPERATIONS - UNIVERSITY OF MIAMI - MIAMI, FL

SSC Services for Education is known for our expertise, commitment, and value; and we at SSC truly believe that our people are our greatest asset. By utilizing our associates knowledge and experience alongside SSCs extensive training, providing supportive management, and offering unparalleled wage and benefit packages as well as career advancement opportunities, we have developed a workforce that differentiates us from our competitors.

SSC Services for Education is a Nationwide Best in Class Facility Service Provider. As a member of Compass Group, North America, we want you to be as great as you can be. We empower our associates to direct their own future, keeping them confident that we support them every step of the way. As a result, our associates embody greatness through their actions, natural passion for quality, and a can-do attitude. The opportunity for greatness is real at SSC and throughout the Compass world.

This position is eligible for an Employee Referral Bonus! If you know someone that is qualified for this role, please use the job search in PeopleHub to refer your referral and email them a link to apply. Your referral will be able to apply by clicking the link in the email. You can check the status through your profile, accessible via Careers in PeopleHub, by clicking on referral tracking. For Employee Referral guidelines, FAQs and the Compass Employee Referral Policy, email [email protected].

As the Associate Vice President of Operations at SSC Services for Education, you will lead strategic and operational initiatives across Texas A&M University, ensuring excellence in facilities management, and customer satisfaction. This is a highly visible leadership role requiring strong expertise in facilities operations, team development, compliance, financial performance, and innovation within educational environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with senior leadership and clients to establish strategic goals for facility operations that align with institutional and SSC objectives.
• Monitor and manage financial performance for the region, including forecasting, budgeting, cost control, and P&L accountability.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards (e.g., OSHA, ADA, environmental protocols) across all managed sites.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation in facilities operations, energy management, and maintenance systems.
• Champion staff development through training, coaching, and leadership engagement to maintain a high-performing culture.
• Serve as a liaison with campus leadership, promoting collaboration and transparency across teams.
• Resolve raised client and customer issues with a focus on long-term satisfaction and retention.
• Represent SSCs commitment to excellence and partnership in all external and internal communications.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in business administration, facilities management, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 57 years of experience facilities operations within education, hospitality, or commercial environments.
• Proven ability to lead large teams across multiple buildings and manage cross-functional projects.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus.

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Associates at SSC are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance/ AD
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
• Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis
• Paid Parental Leave
• Personal Leave

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

SSC maintains a drug-free workplace.