Director, Administration

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Rootstown Township (OH); Hybrid; USD 62,167 - 73,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare Coverage

Hybrid work environment

Educational benefits

Lean Six Sigma certification

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

NEOMED's College of Medicine seeks a Director, Administration to lead day-to-day operations, fiscal planning, HR and communications in collaboration with senior leadership. This role reports to the Senior Executive Director of Operations and works closely with the Dean and Vice Dean, overseeing procurement, contracts, staff development, and strategic initiatives.

Starting salary range is $62,167 to $73,564, with a hybrid work environment, comprehensive benefits, and professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, business administration, or a related field.
• Progressively responsible administrative or leadership experience in higher education or related environment.
• Supervisory and budget management experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations for the College of Medicine, including procurement, contracts, HR and project management.
• Support annual budget process, requests and monitoring with long-range projections.
• Collaborate with Senior Executive Director on position planning and workload analysis.

Skills

Leadership

Budget management

Human resources

Communications

Education

Bachelor's degree in higher education administration or related field

Tools

Website administration

Job description

Director, Administration

Position Type: Admin/Professional
Department: College of Medicine, Office of the Dean
Full or Part Time: Full Time
Pay Grade: MN10

Summary

The Director of Administration provides a high level of leadership in day-to-day operations, fiscal planning, human resources and implementation of communication strategies and management of special initiatives within the College of Medicine. This position reports to the Senior Executive Director of Operations and also works collaboratively with the Dean and the Vice Dean.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

• Administrative Management and Oversight — Oversee and implement day-to-day operations for the College, including divisional business components such as procurement, contracts, human resources and project management. Supervise and mentor administrative support staff, evaluate performance and foster cross training among team members. Serve as liaison to Collegiate, University and External constituents. Service on and support of various committees.
• Fiscal Planning — Support annual COM budget process, requests and monitoring, including divisional variance reporting. Develop long range projections.
• Human Resources — Collaborate with Senior Executive Director with position planning, including workload analysis and drafting position descriptions.
• Communications — Develop, implement and evaluate annual communications plan as it relates to faculty and student engagement, student satisfaction and positioning of the College of Medicine. Design and implement strategies intended to increase visibility and engagement and improve web and social media presence in collaboration with the NEOMED Public Relations Department.
• Other Duties — Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in higher education administration, business administration, or a related field. An equivalent combination of education and progressively responsible experience is also acceptable.
• Progressively responsible administrative, operational, or communications leadership experience in higher education or a related environment.
• Supervisory and budget management experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting senior level executives and working collaboratively across complex organizations.
• Knowledge of website administration and communications strategy.
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management and process improvement principles, with the ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and implement operational efficiencies.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to utilize a phone, computer and screen and other office equipment.

Department Specific Information

Join Northeast Ohio Medical University’s (NEOMED) College of Medicine. NEOMED is a mission‑driven, community‑based medical university committed to educating health professionals, advancing discovery, and improving the health of our region. We are seeking a Director, Administration, who wants to contribute to meaningful work in a collaborative academic environment. Lead the operational strategy and administrative excellence of the College of Medicine by overseeing key initiatives in operations, fiscal planning, human resources, and communications while partnering with senior leadership to advance the College’s mission and strategic priorities. At our organization, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and team‑oriented environment that is essential to fulfilling our mission. We believe every employee should feel appreciated, valued, and empowered. To maintain a supportive organizational culture, we seek individuals whose values align with our mission and who thrive in a team‑based approach. We encourage individuals whose values align with this collaborative approach to apply.

Starting Salary Range

$62,167 - $73,564, commensurate with experience

Benefits & Perks

Healthcare Coverage

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance through Medical Mutual
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short‑and long‑term disability coverage, long‑term care coverage options, and life insurance

Retirement

State retirement plan with 14% employer matching to help you plan for the future

Paid Time Off

Generous vacation and sick leave, in addition to 11 paid holidays each year

Additional Benefits

• Hybrid work environment (up to two remote days per week after six months) (Policy#3349-7-151)
• Educational benefits with our partner universities (Policy#3349-07-45)
• Ongoing investment in your professional growth through onsite training and Lean Six Sigma certification
• Employee wellness activities and initiatives that support a healthy work‑life balance

To Apply

To apply, visit https://neomed.peopleadmin.com/postings/6889

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

NEOMED is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable state or federal law. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, NEOMED also affirms its commitment to nondiscrimination in its employment policies and practices. In compliance with Title IX, NEOMED prohibits sex discrimination, including sexual harassment.