Administrative Assistant and Operations Manager

Oral Roberts University; Tulsa (OK); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Oral Roberts University invites applications for an Administrative Assistant and Operations Manager in Student Life. This full-time role provides high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to the Vice President of Student Life and the Student Life Department.

The position coordinates operations, communications, scheduling, projects, budgeting, events, and student engagement initiatives. Responsibilities include executive support, budget coordination, event oversight, and

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in a related field (Higher Education, Business, etc.)
• 3–5 years administrative/operational/project management experience
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism

Aufgaben

• Provide direct administrative support to the Vice President of Student Life including calendar management, meeting coordination, travel arrangements, and project follow-up.
• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the Student Life division and support strategic planning, assessments, and campus events.
• Monitor timelines and budgets; manage contracts, invoices, and vendor communications.
• Coordinate Student Life events, leadership programs, retreats, training, orientation, and campus engagement initiatives.
• Support divisional communications, calendars, marketing requests, and digital platforms for Student Life.

Kenntnisse

Strong organizational skills

Excellent communication

Multi-project management

Discretion & professionalism

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's degree in Higher Education or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Jobbeschreibung

About Us

Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!

About Us

Oral Roberts University is a non-profit organization whose staff and faculty actually make a difference in the lives of its students. We pride ourselves on our culture and the values we uphold. Our team is passionate about what we do, and we want you to make us even better!

CURRENTLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR ALL POSITIONS UNTIL FILLED.

Job Description

• FULL TIME

The Administrative Assistant and Operations Manager provides high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to the Vice President of Student Life and the Student Life Department. This position serves as a key coordinator for departmental operations, communication, scheduling, projects, budgeting, special events, and select student engagement initiatives.

Responsibilities

Executive Support

• Provide direct administrative support to the Vice President of Student Life, including calendar management, meeting coordination, correspondence, travel arrangements, and project follow-up.
• Prepare agendas, presentations, reports, meeting notes, and departmental communications.
• Assist in managing confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Serve as a liaison between the Vice President, students, parents, faculty, staff, and external partners.

Operations Management

• Coordinate day-to-day operations of the Student Life division to ensure efficiency and alignment across departments.
• Assist with strategic planning initiatives, departmental assessments, and divisional projects.
• Monitor timelines, deadlines, and follow-through for key initiatives and campus events.
• Develop and maintain operational systems, workflows, and organizational procedures.
• Support policy implementation and compliance within Student Life departments.

Budget & Administrative Coordination

• Assist in monitoring divisional budgets, purchasing, reimbursements, and expense tracking.
• Coordinate contracts, invoices, and vendor communications.
• Maintain accurate records, files, and departmental documentation.

Event & Program Support

• Help coordinate Student Life events, leadership programs, retreats, training, orientation activities, and select campus engagement initiatives.
• Collaborate with campus partners to support a vibrant and Spirit-empowered student experience.
• Provide logistical oversight for meetings, conferences, and special events.
• Provide oversight and coordination of the University Esports Team.

Communication & Collaboration

• Support internal and external communication efforts for Student Life initiatives.
• Coordinate divisional calendars, marketing requests, announcements, and communication strategies.
• Manage and coordinate Student Life digital platforms, including the Student Life webpage and mobile app, to support student engagement initiatives and campus communication.
• Foster collaborative relationships across campus departments.

REQUIREMENTS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Higher Education, Business Administration, Communication, Ministry, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of administrative, operational, or project management experience, preferably in higher education or ministry settings.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and administrative systems.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Demonstrated commitment to the mission, vision, and values of the university.

Preferred

• Experience in Student Life, higher education administration, or nonprofit leadership.
• Knowledge of budgeting, event coordination, and project management practices.
• Experience supporting senior-level leadership.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of initiative, flexibility, and professionalism.
• Strong relational skills with students, parents, faculty, and staff.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Oral Roberts University promotes equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of differences in race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.