Administrative Director, Center for Comparative Studies in Race & Ethnicity

About the role

The position has been deemed critical by the School of Humanities and Sciences Dean's Office and is exempt from the hiring freeze. Work Arrangement: Hybrid work schedule (at least 3 days per week on-site).

Responsibilities

• Independently implement, administer and evaluate day-to-day activities of the unit, function or program by identifying and executing tasks and objectives, making recommendations that impact policies and programs, and assigning resources to achieve the goals of the program.
• Collect and analyze data, create reports, review and explain trends; formulate and evaluate alternative solutions and/or recommendations to achieve the goals of the program or function.
• Analyze and interpret policies; develop, revise and implement procedures for program or function.
• Represent the program or function as the key contact and subject matter expert within the department, unit or school. Organize and/or participate in outreach activities that may include developing communications and training, planning/promoting events and/or conferences.
• May perform limited forecasting and provide recommendations that determine the budget.
• May direct staff to perform various tasks and assignments. May also supervise staff.

Requirements

Minimum Education And Experience: Bachelor’s degree and three years of relevant experience, or combination of education and relevant experience.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities: Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work and multi-task. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions. Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team. Relevant subject matter knowledge. Ability to direct the work of others, for jobs requiring supervision.

Qualifications

Significant progressively responsible administrative management experience in an academic environment, including experience supporting interdepartmental programs and research centers. Proficiency with networking and collaborating with people in diverse roles and positions. Experience supporting research and teaching on race and ethnicity.

Skills

Demonstrated ability to prioritize own work and multi-task. Demonstrated excellent organizational skills. Demonstrated ability to take initiative and ownership of projects. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to routinely and independently exercise sound judgment in making decisions. Demonstrated experience working independently and as part of a team. Relevant subject matter knowledge. Ability to direct the work of others, for jobs requiring supervision.

Benefits

N/A

Pay

$115,000 - $128,000 per annum

Schedule

Hybrid work schedule (at least 3 days per week on-site)