Faculty Affairs Specialist: Operations & Compliance

University Of Michigan; Ann Arbor (MI); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Time off

Retirement match

Health insurance

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Flexible spending

Job summary

University of Michigan is seeking a Faculty Affairs Specialist to provide critical administrative support for promotion and tenure processes, Regents communications, and related faculty affairs matters. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong writing and diplomacy in a fast-paced academic environment.

The successful candidate will coordinate with faculty and staff across campus, manage timelines, ensure privacy and data accuracy, and adapt to changing

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or equivalent combination of education, certification, and experience.
• Minimum of two years related administrative experience in a complex organization, requiring confidentiality, organization, prioritization, and attention to detail.
• Experience drafting professional written communications and serving as an effective administrative liaison across teams.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with a variety of stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience handling sensitive and confidential information; proficiency with standard business software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Co-manage faculty reference check process, investigate disclosures for risk mitigation, and maintain privacy compliance.
• Oversee CaseIQ platform tracking, monitor timelines, and follow up with stakeholders to ensure deadline compliance.
• Co-facilitate the promotion and tenure process on behalf of the Office of the Provost; audit submissions for accuracy and compliance.
• Direct special initiatives and projects from concept to completion, managing timelines, resources, and stakeholders.
• Generate and analyze data and reports to support tenure and promotion processes.
• Maintain follow-up processes to ensure deadlines are met and data from other offices is received promptly.

Job description

University of Michigan is seeking a Faculty Affairs Specialist to provide critical administrative support for promotion and tenure processes, Regents communications, and related faculty affairs matters. The role requires meticulous attention to detail, problem-solving, and strong writing and diplomacy in a fast-paced academic environment.

The successful candidate will coordinate with faculty and staff across campus, manage timelines, ensure privacy and data accuracy, and adapt to changing