Dean's Office Operations Manager

Usmd; College Park (MD); On-site; USD 86,507 - 103,808; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Libraries seeks a Dean's Office Manager to provide senior administrative leadership, directing operations and strategic support for the Dean’s Office. You will supervise staff, coordinate with Associate/Assistant Deans, and work with campus partners to advance library initiatives.

Reporting to the Dean of Libraries, the role requires strong communication, policy execution, project leadership, and a collaborative approach to managing resources and priorities across the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Three or more years of professional experience and one year in a supervisory or lead role.
• Experience with Workday and APA system; knowledge of faculty affairs procedures preferred.
• Knowledge of UMD policies and procedures; ability to coordinate with campus offices.

Responsibilities

• Direct the operational, administrative, and strategic support functions of the Dean’s Office.
• Coordinate activities for Associate/Assistant Deans and serve as liaison to internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead special projects, committees, and tasks to advance library initiatives.
• Supervise staff and manage resources to ensure efficient administrative operations.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Documentation standards

Office productivity software

Presentations & training

Cross-functional collaboration

Coaching and mentoring

Deadline management

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office 365

Google Workspace

Workday

APA system

Job description

University of Maryland Libraries seeks a Dean's Office Manager to provide senior administrative leadership, directing operations and strategic support for the Dean’s Office. You will supervise staff, coordinate with Associate/Assistant Deans, and work with campus partners to advance library initiatives.

Reporting to the Dean of Libraries, the role requires strong communication, policy execution, project leadership, and a collaborative approach to managing resources and priorities across the