The University of Texas at Austin

Lead and oversee purchasing, contract negotiations, and administrative support teams for University Housing and Dining, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and strategic sourcing. | Bachelor's degree, 10+ years purchasing or contract management experience, 5+ years management experience, ability to obtain Texas contract certifications within one year. | General Notes BENEFITS: UT Austin offers a competitive benefits package that includes: • 100% employer-paid basic medical coverage • Free Capital Metro bus rides • Retirement contributions • Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays • Career growth & professional development Please visit our Human Resources (HR) website at https://hr.utexas.edu/ to learn more about the total benefits offered when you join our team! Purpose The Director of Purchasing and Support Services provides strategic leadership and oversight of University Housing and Dining (UHD) Purchasing and Administrative Support teams. Leads UHD’s purchasing and contract negotiations, ensuring compliance and efficiency across functions. Works collaboratively with UHD leaders supporting purchasing and administrative initiatives. Responsibilities • Serve as purchasing and contract management subject matter expert and lead University Housing and Dining’s strategic sourcing efforts. Document and maintain clear and consistent policies and procedures. Develop and maintain purchasing efficiency and effectiveness. Work with UHD staff to determine purchasing needs and priorities. Facilitate complex solicitations and business contract negotiations. Oversee the solicitation and preparation of purchase requisitions and orders. • In collaboration with the Executive Director Business Services lead a cross functional team (UHD Purchasing, UHD Facilities Support Services, and Business Services Support team), demonstrate strong leadership and strategic oversight. Provide training, motivation, coaching, evaluation, and redirection. Foster a collaborative and high-performance work environment and encourage professional development. Work with the team to evaluate operations and identify opportunities for improvement, lead the implementation of new systems and streamlined processes. • Oversee the Business Services Support team and UHD Facilities Support team. Services include but is not limited to –, administrative support for the UHD leadership team, compliance management, records retention, support services maintenance shop administrative operations, and physical equipment inventory. • Stay informed of changes to policies and regulations impacting operations. Ensure all processes are documented, performed utilizing best practices, and comply with departmental, college, school and unit (CSU), university, state, and/or federal policies and procedures. Ensure data and files comply with university records retention requirements. • Prepare various reports to demonstrate the effectiveness of purchasing and administrative support functions. Measure and evaluate performance through use of metrics and reporting systems. Develop and/or maintain electronic applications, databases, queries and financial reports using tools such as Excel, FoodPro, UT Works, UT Market, PointPlus, PREQ to facilitate and record the purchasing, maintenance, and issuance or delivery of material supplies. Prepare ad hoc reports as needed. • As a member of the UHD Leadership team, be involved in organization-wide visionary, strategic and business planning, evaluation, and professional development initiatives. Demonstrate progress on plan goals, objectives, and actions. Work with supporting departments to foster and develop effective collaboration. Other related functions as assigned. Required Qualifications • Bachelors Degree. • Ten years of experience in purchasing or contract management. • Five years management experience leading purchasing or similar teams. • Must be able to obtain Certified Texas Contract Developer and Certified Texas Contract Manager within 1 year of employment and must maintain throughout employment. Preferred Qualifications • More than 10 years of experience in purchasing or contract management. • Purchasing and contract administration experience within a Texas state agency, college or university setting. • Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM). • Experience implementing new systems or processes. • Experience overseeing administrative functions: administrative support services, records retention, physical inventory, compliance management. • Experience with Microsoft Office. • Experience working with food management systems. • Experience with technologies such as DEFINE, PointPlus, PREQ, UT Market, or UT Works. • Strong oral and written communication, interpersonal and customer service skills. Salary Range $125,000 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions • May work around standard office conditions. • Repetitive use of keyboard at a workstation. • Lifting and moving. Work Shift • Monday - Friday 8:00AM -5:00PM, hours and days may vary depending on business needs Required Materials • Resume/CV • 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor • Letter of interest

Manage development, dissemination, and assessment of business continuity plans, coordinate training and exercises, oversee emergency operations center functions, and guide university departments in continuity planning. | Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in business continuity or related fields, strong communication and project management skills, ability to lead a small team, and preferred certifications such as CBCP. | Job Posting Title: Business Continuity Manager ---- Hiring Department: Emergency Management ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: General Notes The mission of the Office of Security and Emergency Management is to support the overall mission of the university through preparedness, mitigation, response, and recovery. For more information on the department, please visit https://emergencymanagement.utexas.edu/ Your skills will make a difference. You’ll be working for a university that is internationally recognized for our academic programs and research. Your work will make a difference, thereby enhancing the student experience. If you’re the type of person that wants to know your work has meaning and impact, you’ll like working in our department and for UT Austin. UT Austin provides an outstanding benefits package including but not limited to: Competitive health benefits (employee premiums covered at 100%, family premiums at 50%) Voluntary Vision, Dental, Life, and Disability insurance options Generous paid vacation, sick time, and holidays Teachers Retirement System of Texas, a defined benefit retirement plan, with employer matching funds Additional Voluntary Retirement Programs: Tax Sheltered Annuity 403(b) and a Deferred Compensation program 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust free training access through LinkedIn Learning plus professional conference opportunities. Tuition assistance Expansive employee discount program including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin’s libraries and museums with staff ID card Free rides on all UT shuttle and Austin CapMetro buses with staff ID card For more details, please see: https://hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits and https://hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards. Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis for any employer without sponsorship. Purpose Reports to the Senior Director of Security and Emergency Management. Manages development, publication, dissemination and assessment of business continuity plans and processes for the Office of Security and Emergency Management. Works in alignment with the VP/COO portfolio to promote continuity and resiliency. Responsibilities Coordinates and implements training of University employees and Emergency Operations Center (EOC) staff in business continuity and preparedness functions. Assists the Senior Director of Security and Emergency Management with designing and executing tabletops, trainings, and exercises to test the plans and prepare the University community for effective continuity of operations. Evaluates the University response and recommends improvements. Monitors findings of business continuity plans. Assists Senior Director in orchestrating the development and maintenance of all business continuity activities for the university. Oversees the creation of clear and accurate reports, records, and databases to include after-action reports following training exercises and major emergencies, other training records, business continuity plans, committee meeting notes, staff contact lists, and all other emergency management records. Ensures all programmatic functions related to business continuity planning are complete, accurate, and timely in their delivery. Guides university departments in the development of business continuity plans by consulting and collaborating with department leadership. Oversees the analyzing of processes and identifying critical functions, conducting business impact analyses, monitoring plan development progress, reviewing completed plans, and providing feedback to improve plans. Assists the office in the coordination and activation of a functional Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Available for on-call response to perform emergency management and business continuity functions and related duties during an emergency. Perform other duties and related functions as assigned to assist the office and the University with business continuity and emergency management functions. Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree. Five years experience in business continuity or related fields, developing business continuity plans and collaborating with organization stakeholders. Ability to work both independently at times and collaboratively with colleagues spread across multiple departments, including members of university leadership. Strong writing, editing and verbal communications skills. Ability to manage multiple projects at once while delivering on deadlines. Ability to work with sensitive university information. Ability to manage a small team of coordinators to achieve a common goal. Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications Master's degree. Seven years of experience in business continuity or business resilience-related fields. Holds a Certified Business Continuity Professional or equivalent certificate. Strong knowledge of business continuity processes, including risk assessments, business impact analysis, continuity planning, and recovery strategy development. Experience in large higher education institutions. Experience as a both a team leader and a team member. Experience working with executive-level leadership. Driving Required This job requires a class "C" operator's driver's license. The applicant selected must provide a current three year driving record from the current state of residence. If not currently a Texas resident, a Texas driver's license must be obtained within 30 days of becoming a Texas resident. Salary Range $80,000 + depending on qualifications Working Conditions Environmental Demands: Uniforms and/or personal protection equipment (furnished) May work in all weather conditions May work in extreme temperatures Physical Tasks: Use of a keyboard and personal computer Fine manual dexterity Climbing of stairs Climbing of ladders Lifting and moving Work Shift 40 hours, M-F, 7am to 6pm, flexible work arrangements and hybrid schedule can be used with supervisor approval. Standard work week. Some overnight stay in the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) may be required. Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. ---- Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. ---- Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. ---- E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF] ---- Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701. In 2024, The University of Texas at Austin was recognized as a 5 Year Champion having placed in the top 10 among Texas employers and top 15 for higher education institutions on Forbes’s list of 500 best large employers five years running. The University’s aspiration to become the world’s highest-impact public research university is driven by our outstanding people. Our employees are the bedrock of our university and are empowered to be true to themselves, to participate fully in our vibrant university, and to thrive as individuals. UT Austin offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education and public service. Looking for a student job? Please see our Student Employment site. Comments and Inquiries: Email comments to: Human Resource Service Center. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact Equal Opportunity Services. Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment. For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at (512) 471-4772, or toll-free at (800) 687-4178. UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus

Lead and manage strategic, cross-functional projects in an academic medical setting, including planning, risk management, stakeholder communication, and reporting. | Bachelor’s degree, 2–5 years project management experience in complex organizations, proficiency with project management tools, excellent communication and stakeholder skills, healthcare or academic experience preferred. | Job Posting Title: Project Manager, Enterprise Project Management Office ---- Hiring Department: Dell Medical School ---- Position Open To: All Applicants ---- Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40 ---- FLSA Status: Exempt ---- Earliest Start Date: Immediately ---- Position Duration: Expected to Continue ---- Location: AUSTIN, TX ---- Job Details: Job Summary This is not just project management—this is your opportunity to shape the strategic future of academic medicine. At The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School, we are building a world-class academic medical center, and the Enterprise Project Management Office (EPMO) plays a critical role in driving the strategic transformation of our institution. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Project Manager who is energized by the opportunity to lead high-impact initiatives that support our five-year strategic plan, Health Starts Here. This is your chance to lead complex, cross-functional efforts that touch every part of our academic, research, and healthcare mission—from referral strategy and expansion planning to workforce transformation. You’ll work side-by-side with a talented team of project managers and executive leaders to deliver results that drive real change across Central Texas and beyond. Why Join Us At The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School we’re not just managing timelines and deliverables—we’re building something bigger: a better model for health and care. As part of our central EPMO, you’ll join a highly collaborative team committed to excellence, stewardship, and impact. Here, you will: Lead strategic, mission-driven projects at a top-tier research university and medical school Collaborate across academic, clinical, and administrative units to implement meaningful change Influence institutional direction at the intersection of data, innovation, and execution Thrive in a culture of creativity, compassion, and continuous learning You will join a mission-driven institution during a transformational time and have the unique opportunity to build an Enterprise Project Management Office from the ground up, influence the culture and daily direction of our team, and directly impact the future of academic medicine and Excellence Impact Collaboration Compassion Humility Stewardship What You'll Do Lead High-Stakes, Mission-Aligned Projects Manage the full lifecycle of strategic projects—from scoping and planning to delivery and evaluation Create and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, resource allocations, and budgets Proactively identify risks, track issues, and ensure alignment with institutional goals and compliance standards Partner with Stakeholders & Drive Change Serve as a key liaison to clinical, research, and academic stakeholders Communicate clearly and regularly with leadership and project sponsors Build trust and collaboration across departments while leading cross-functional teams Leverage Data to Drive Outcomes Work alongside a dedicated project coordinator to deliver executive reports, project updates, risk logs, and strategic documentation Present weekly, monthly, and quarterly updates to key governance bodies Use data insights to inform decisions and anticipate roadblocks Support Meetings & Events with Excellence Plan and execute project-related meetings, including scheduling, agendas, and logistics Collaborate with administrative support to manage communication and follow-ups Ensure all stakeholders remain informed and aligned at every stage of project execution Contribute to a High-Performing Team Lead with accountability, transparency, and curiosity Support enterprise-wide initiatives and ad-hoc projects as assigned by senior leadership Help shape our project management culture through process improvement and collaboration Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, IT, Healthcare Administration, Communications, or a related field 2–5 years of professional experience managing projects in a complex organizational environment Experience with Microsoft Project or similar project management tools Excellent communication, planning, and stakeholder management skills Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate. Preferred Qualifications: Master’s degree in a related field 2+ years of experience in a healthcare, clinical, or academic setting Expertise in executive-level reporting, change management, and enterprise planning Salary Range $80,000 + depending on qualifications Total Rewards Competitive health benefits, with full-time employee premiums covered at 100% Voluntary vision, dental, life and disability insurance Generous paid vacation, sick time and holidays A defined benefit retirement plan with employer matching funds Additional voluntary retirement programs: 403(b) and 457(b) Flexible spending account options for medical and childcare expenses Robust training through LinkedIn Learning, plus other professional development opportunities Tuition assistance An expansive employee discount program, including athletic tickets Free access to UT Austin's libraries and museums with staff ID Free rides on all Capital Metro buses with staff ID card For details, see: hr.utexas.edu/prospective/benefits hr.utexas.edu/current/services/my-total-rewards Required Materials Resume/CV 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor Letter of interest Important for applicants who are NOT current university employees or contingent workers: You will be prompted to submit your resume the first time you apply, then you will be provided an option to upload a new Resume for subsequent applications. Any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) will be uploaded in the Application Questions section; you will be able to multi-select additional files. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL Required Materials have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. Important for Current university employees and contingent workers: As a current university employee or contingent worker, you MUST apply within Workday by searching for Find UT Jobs. If you are a current University employee, log-in to Workday, navigate to your Worker Profile, click the Career link in the left hand navigation menu and then update the sections in your Professional Profile before you apply. This information will be pulled in to your application. The application is one page and you will be prompted to upload your resume. In addition, you must respond to the application questions presented to upload any additional Required Materials (letter of interest, references, etc.) that were noted above. ---- Employment Eligibility: Regular staff who have been employed in their current position for the last six continuous months are eligible for openings being recruited for through University-Wide or Open Recruiting, to include both promotional opportunities and lateral transfers. Staff who are promotion/transfer eligible may apply for positions without supervisor approval. ---- Retirement Plan Eligibility: The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length. ---- Background Checks: A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position. ---- Equal Opportunity Employer: The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. ---- Pay Transparency: The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. ---- Employment Eligibility Verification: If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form. You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States. Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment. Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university. ---- E-Verify: The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following: E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF] Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF] ---- Compliance: Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031. The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701. In 2024, The University of Texas at Austin was recognized as a 5 Year Champion having placed in the top 10 among Texas employers and top 15 for higher education institutions on Forbes’s list of 500 best large employers five years running. The University’s aspiration to become the world’s highest-impact public research university is driven by our outstanding people. Our employees are the bedrock of our university and are empowered to be true to themselves, to participate fully in our vibrant university, and to thrive as individuals. UT Austin offers competitive salaries, full benefits, an extensive support network, and above all, an enriching and highly collaborative working community that is deeply passionate about our vision for higher education and public service. Looking for a student job? Please see our Student Employment site. Comments and Inquiries: Email comments to: Human Resource Service Center. For questions or concerns regarding equal opportunity only, contact Equal Opportunity Services. Additional information for applicants can be found on the Human Resources web page: Applying for Employment. For more job information, call the Human Resource Service Center at (512) 471-4772, or toll-free at (800) 687-4178. UT Austin is a Tobacco-free Campus