Academic Operations Manager

University of South Florida; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition programs for employees

Generous leave

Job summary

The University of South Florida’s College of Public Health seeks an experienced administrator to oversee department operations and business affairs. You will lead office functions and ensure efficient workflows across COPH and USF.

You will coordinate budgeting, recruitment, space planning, compliance and student support, working with COPH leadership to support teaching, research and student success. Strong communication and MS Office proficiency are preferred; a Master’s degree is required.

Qualifications

• This position requires a master's or a bachelor's with relevant experience in education or related field.
• Experience in university administration, budgeting and compliance is preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with multiple stakeholders is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership to departmental operations and coordinates office functions for COPH & USF.
• Manages financial operations including budgets, travel, and procurement compliance.
• Supports recruitment, credentialing, onboarding and staff evaluation processes.
• Supports student lifecycle, course calendar and academic policies as needed.
• Maintains records and generates reports on faculty research, accreditation and program metrics.

Skills

Leadership

Office management

Budgeting

HR coordination

Academic administration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in education or related field

Bachelor's degree in education or related field + 2 years experience

FLSA equivalency: 4 years experience for bachelor's

FLSA equivalency: 6 years experience for master's

Tools

GEMS

FAST

Bulls Marketplace

Archivum

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The University of South Florida’s College of Public Health seeks an experienced administrator to oversee department operations and business affairs. You will lead office functions and ensure efficient workflows across COPH and USF.

You will coordinate budgeting, recruitment, space planning, compliance and student support, working with COPH leadership to support teaching, research and student success. Strong communication and MS Office proficiency are preferred; a Master’s degree is required.