Assistant Director, Programs

uscareers-nyu; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

New York University School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) seeks an Assistant Director, Programs, to oversee degree program operations, develop systems, and coordinate day-to-day activities. The role includes course planning, scheduling, syllabus management, and faculty/student communications.

The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree with 5+ years in higher education, and preferably a Master's. Strong interpersonal, presentation, and strategic execution skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute tactically.
• Able to work in a changing environment and apply creative problem solving.
• Ability to market programs and interact with individuals at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational oversight of degree programs and direct administration of day-to-day activities.
• Develop and implement systems and procedures; participate in course planning and scheduling.
• Oversee syllabus management, course submission, and cancellation processes; liaise with faculty and students.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Presentation skills

Strategic thinking

Problem solving

Marketing programs

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Summary

The Division of Programs in Business (DPB) within the NYU School of Professional Studies (SPS) is seeking an Assitant Director, Programs. This role will provide operational oversight of degree program(s) direct administration of day-to-day program activities, develop and implement systems and procedures, participate in course planning and develop course schedules. Manage course syllabus and submission processes. Oversee course cancellation and faculty and student notification. Oversee preparation of course-related forms in academic and operational platforms. Ensure courses are scheduled and academic and payroll deadlines met. Develop positive relationships with faculty and serve as a resource to direct problems to appropriate parties or to address and resolve problems. Manage communication to faculty. Ensure facilities and technology issues in the classroom or laboratories are resolved. Assist with the onboarding of new faculty. Provide support and contribute to the successful execution of the department’s strategic agenda. Serve as administrative liaison to student clubs. Support the planning of special student programs and manage the implementation of these programs. Present at recruitment events and/or identify guest speakers. Supervise staff. Please note this role is located at our Midtown Center 20 W 43rd Street New York, NY 10036.

Qualifications

Required Education:Bachelor's Degree in a relevant fieldPreferred Education:Master's Degree MA, MS or MBA.Required Experience:5+ years relevant experience or an equivalent combination. Must include experience planning and implementing administrative activities.Preferred Experience:Experience in higher educationRequired Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute tactically. Must be able to work well in a changing environment and practice creative problem solving. Ability to market programs, solve problems and interact with individuals at all levels.Preferred Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:None

Additional Information

In compliance with NYC's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is USD $85,000.00 to USD $105,000.00. New York University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. This pay range represents base pay only and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.

Since 1934, the NYU School of Professional Studies (NYU SPS) has been a deeply respected institution of higher education that is grounded in applied learning. From its early years, training returning World War II veterans to fulfill the nation’s urgent need for skilled technical workers, it has evolved into a professional education powerhouse that offers 20 graduate degrees, 14 bachelor’s degrees for undergraduate students, four associate’s degrees, and a plethora of continuing education courses and credentials.

NYU SPS is a thought leader, and serves as an incubator for new ideas in industries that are constantly changing. We prepare students for in-demand jobs in fields including real estate, hospitality and tourism; global affairs; global sports management; publishing; marketing and public relations; project management; executive coaching and organizational consulting, human capital management; information technology, management and systems; translation; publishing and professional writing. NYU SPS is focused on building skills that open doors to opportunities in emerging fields and global markets. NYU SPS faculty members are leading experts in their areas of discipline, with a hands‑on approach that encourages students to push beyond their limits and to break new ground.

NYU aims to be among the greenest urban campuses in the country and carbon neutral by 2040. Learn more at nyu.edu/nyugreen.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to a policy of equal treatment and opportunity in every aspect of its recruitment and hiring process without regard to age, alienage, caregiver status, childbirth, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, domestic violence victim status, ethnicity, familial status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital status, military status, national origin, parental status, partnership status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, race, religion, reproductive health decision making, sex, sexual orientation, unemployment status, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis. All interested persons are encouraged to apply at all levels.