Art History & Design Department Operations Supervisor

Wayne State University; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an experienced Supervisor for the Art, Art History & Design department to oversee daily operations, coordinate scheduling, and liaison with faculty and staff. The role includes supervising clerical and technical staff, maintaining records, preparing reports, and supporting university committees while ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to university policies.

A Bachelor's degree and 3–4 years related experience are required; strong computer skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 3–4 years of related experience.
• Proficiency with common computer programs (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas).
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining effective working relationships with a wide range of constituents.
• Ability to work through others and intervene to ensure workflow is efficient.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the day-to-day workflow of the Department of Art, Art History & Design within the College of Fine, Performing and Communication Arts (CFPCA).
• Serves as the key contact for external constituents and for faculty and staff seeking assistance with university processes.
• Supervise and participate in the processing of university paperwork including personnel, payroll, travel reimbursements, guest artists, awardees, and special guests.
• Prepare class scheduling, coordinate scheduling, room changes, liaison to scheduling.
• Supervise and coordinate clerical/technical staff, student assistants and temporary employees; assign tasks and develop standard procedures.
• Maintain faculty and staff personnel files and departmental records; prepare departmental activity reports.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Canvas

Job description

Wayne State University in Detroit seeks an experienced Supervisor for the Art, Art History & Design department to oversee daily operations, coordinate scheduling, and liaison with faculty and staff. The role includes supervising clerical and technical staff, maintaining records, preparing reports, and supporting university committees while ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to university policies.

A Bachelor's degree and 3–4 years related experience are required; strong computer skills