Academic Operations & Programs Lead

School of Visual Arts; New York (NY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The School of Visual Arts in New York seeks a Director of Operations to oversee daily administrative and operational functions within the Humanities and Sciences Department. Reporting to the Department Chair, this role serves as a liaison among students, faculty, advisors, and external partners, ensuring smooth office logistics, payments, scheduling changes, website updates, and space management.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in academic administration, strong PC/Mac

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 3–5 years of administrative experience in an academic department.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day departmental administration and operations.
• Coordinate payments, scheduling changes, and classroom/space management.
• Serve as liaison with students, faculty, advisors and external partners.
• Support accreditation reviews and long-range initiatives.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office

LMS

Job description

The School of Visual Arts in New York seeks a Director of Operations to oversee daily administrative and operational functions within the Humanities and Sciences Department. Reporting to the Department Chair, this role serves as a liaison among students, faculty, advisors, and external partners, ensuring smooth office logistics, payments, scheduling changes, website updates, and space management.

The position requires a Bachelor's degree and 3–5 years in academic administration, strong PC/Mac