Principal Lean Programs Administrator

Title: Principal Lean Programs Administrator

Employee Classification: Princ Lean Prgms Administrator

Campus: University of North Texas - System Administration

Division: SYS-UNTS Chancellor's Office

SubDivision-Department: SYS-Transformation Office

Department: SYS-Transformation Office-900120

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Salary Commensurate With Experience and Qualifications

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility: TRS Eligible

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.   We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.   Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

The Enterprise Transformation Office partners with all campuses to drive student-centered, sustainable improvements across academic and administrative operations. Guided by Lean principles, the office enhances value for students and stakeholders by streamlining processes, reducing waste, and fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Emphasizing respect for people, the department empowers faculty, staff, and students to lead change through training, engagement, and data-driven decision-making. By standardizing best practices and promoting agility, the office supports long-term institutional excellence and responsiveness to evolving needs.

Position Overview

The Principal Lean Programs Administrator serves as the internal expert responsible for driving enterprise-wide continuous improvement efforts using Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Reporting directly to the Chief Transformation Officer, this role partners with business leaders to execute strategic priorities, enhance operational efficiency, and improve customer outcomes. This position builds internal capacity for transformation, reduces process inefficiencies, and ensures sustainable improvements across the organization.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management or a closely related field, certification as a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, and ten years of experience leading complex Lean Six Sigma initiatives, or any equivalent combination of experience, education or training.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

* Advanced understanding of Lean Six Sigma tools and continuous improvement frameworks.
* Operational knowledge across functions (e.g., finance, HR, IT, clinical or production workflows).
* Knowledge of performance measurement, KPI development, and statistical analysis.
* Skill in facilitation of executive-level workshops and Kaizen events.
* Skill in coaching and development of internal Lean talent.
* Analytical and data interpretation capabilities using tools like Minitab, Power BI, Excel.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences.
* Ability to conduct project management for multiple complex initiatives.
* Ability to lead strategic process improvement aligned to organizational priorities.
* Ability to influence and engage across leadership levels and functions.
* Ability to balance hands-on execution with strategic consultation.
* Ability to promote Lean culture and sustain improvements